Recommended classical masterpieces for BGM. Soothing classical music.
Classical music has been used in many settings: as church music for religious services, live performances at aristocratic banquets, and as operatic incidental music depicting beautiful landscapes and people.
Even with pieces I already know, when I revisit them after learning their background, I often feel they were originally close in character to background music.
This time, I’ve gathered classical masterpieces that are perfect as BGM for everyday relaxation, commuting to work or school, and lunchtime or dinnertime.
You can rediscover world-famous pieces everyone knows, as well as lesser-known hidden gems—there’s a wide variety to choose from.
I hope you find a new favorite track.
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Recommended classical masterpieces for BGM: Soothing classical music (41–50)
La CampanellaFranz Liszt
Campanella means “bell” in Italian, and there are four pieces by Liszt titled La Campanella.
The most famous is the third piece from the Grandes études de Paganini.
It’s surprising that such a difficult piece is called an étude, but in fact this version is toned down to a more general level; there’s also a set called Études d’exécution transcendante d’après Paganini.
Technical prowess aside, the piece also carries a certain poignancy, so it might feel natural to use it for a farewell scene.
Farewell SongFrederic Chopin
I chose a violin and piano version of Chopin’s beautiful Farewell piece, which is almost too famous as a piano work.
Chopin himself praised it as a work unlike any other in its beauty, and the indescribable pathos it carries—whether it’s a parting that means never meeting again, or the pain of separating despite being in love—makes it a masterpiece that wells up with longing.
It’s a piece you really want to listen to closely, but as background music, it especially evokes memorial recollections at scenes of eternal farewell.
Etude Op.10 No.3 “Farewell”Frederic Chopin
Here lies a masterpiece woven from luscious melodies and profound emotion.
This gem of an étude by Frédéric Chopin is lovingly known as the “Farewell” or “Tristesse” due to its beauty.
Composed in 1832, it opens with a gentle, graceful theme and unfolds into a passionate middle section.
Chopin pursued not only technical advancement but also richness of musical expression.
This piece is perfect for moments of relaxation or calm.
Used as background music, it will add a touch of color to everyday life.
TurandotGiacomo Puccini
It’s a piece with a striking opening and powerful classical character, yet throughout it conveys a sense of beauty.
Because its contrasts are so clear, Olympic figure skating gold medalist Shizuka Arakawa and Mao Asada have both performed to it.
I expect there will be athletes who choose this piece for their programs in the future as well.
Swedish Rhapsody No. 1 “Midsummer Vigil”Hugo Alfvén
Originally derived from a Swedish folk song, this piece has verses one through three and portrays a day in the life of a young person.
In Japan, it’s also a lively, cheerful tune, so it’s been used in a variety of shows and programs.
While “The Entertainer” is the classic choice for magic tricks, I think this piece also fits well.