[Classic] Introducing famous songs about love
In classical music, which mostly consists of pieces without lyrics, there are actually many works themed around love.
Even with pieces you already know, understanding the composer’s intentions and background can change the way you hear them dramatically—so take this opportunity to explore classical love songs.
These works, each expressing different forms of love, may convey something meaningful to us living today, transcending time.
Songs about love with lyrics are wonderful, of course, but I hope this also conveys the appeal of classical music that expresses itself through melody and resonance alone.
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Waltz of the Flowers from The Nutcracker (Ballet Suite)Pyotr Tchaikovsky
It’s a very dazzling piece.
It begins with the harp, followed by a melody in which flashes of passion flicker within its beauty.
The final section reaches a climax with the full orchestra.
I feel that listening to it in a moment of pure, cloudless happiness makes that sense of joy grow even stronger.
Intermezzo from Cavalleria RusticanaPietro Mascagni
The opening passage that begins with the strings is an otherworldly, heavenly beautiful melody.
It makes you feel that not tomorrow, nor the day after, will misfortune ever come, and that warm, gentle, and utterly peaceful days will stretch on without end.
Nessun dorma from the opera TurandotGiacomo Puccini
This is the song that Prince Calaf sings out loud after proposing to Princess Turandot, convinced that his love will be fulfilled.
It’s the kind of piece that makes you want to pump your fist as you listen.
I think it’s the perfect song to play when a long, long unrequited love finally comes true.
Messiah ~Hallelujah Chorus~Georg Friedrich Händel
This is a piece of music used in happy moments and celebratory settings.
From the very beginning, it overflows with joy.
The interjection “Hallelujah” seems to express gratitude to God for the miracle of meeting a loved one and to proclaim God’s greatness.
I feel as if I can see two people with a bright future ahead of them.
A Midsummer Night’s DreamFelix Mendelssohn
This suite is based on Shakespeare’s play A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
The “Nocturne” features a truly dreamlike, beautiful melody that continues throughout.
It feels like you can immerse yourself in a world of happiness reserved just for the two of you.
The thorns in your heart are removed, leaving you calm, peaceful, and gentle.
The “Wedding March” is the most famous piece; rather than simply affirming love, it conveys a powerful resolve—a strong will for the two to live their lives together from here on.
The Drinking Song from the opera La TraviataGiuseppe Verdi
It’s truly a celebratory song.
You can almost hear the clinking of glasses in it.
How about listening to it when your love comes to fruition and you want to raise a toast to your life? It’s an exceptionally bright and powerful track that makes you feel as if your friends are celebrating with you.
Concerto for Flute and Harp, 2nd movementWolfgang Amadeus Mozart
It begins with the violin carrying the main melody.
Partway through, the harp and flute join in.
The sweet melody, played with a gentle, soft tone, evokes a romantic feeling.
It’s a piece that feels like a faint, first love.