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: Healing classical music (1–10)
Divertimento in D major, K. 136, I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Composed by Mozart in his youth, this piece captivates with its light and cheerful atmosphere.
The elegant resonance of the strings is pleasing to the ear, making it perfect as background music.
Created in Salzburg in 1772, it showcases the full breadth of Mozart’s talent at the age of sixteen.
Its rich melodies unfold one after another, lifting the listener’s spirits.
It is said to have been written for informal musical gatherings, so it’s recommended when you want to relax or refresh your mood.
It’s a piece you can enjoy in many everyday moments—on your commute to work or school, during lunch, and more.
Minuet from L’Arlésienne Suite No. 2Georges Bizet
This is a work by the French composer Georges Bizet.
In the second suite, there are the Minuet and the Farandole—titles that might not immediately ring a bell, but they’re pieces you’ve almost certainly heard somewhere.
The Farandole is bold and expansive in scale, while the Minuet, in contrast, has a gentle and calm character.
The flute’s tender lines are especially lovely, and it might even make for a refreshing morning wake-up BGM.
Although originally scored for orchestra, it’s also a staple in the flute repertoire and is often performed as a flute solo in concerts.
With a harp accompaniment, it becomes even more elegant!
Siegfried IdyllRichard Wagner
Recommended for when you want to be wrapped in a calm, intimate atmosphere.
This piece was composed by Richard Wagner, known as the “King of Music Drama.” It was performed in December 1870 as a birthday gift for his wife, Cosima, and is accompanied by a heartwarming story: it was played on the staircase of their home solely for his family.
While Wagner is often associated with grand, monumental operas, this work is characterized by the delicate and gentle timbre of a small orchestra.
It is also cherished as a classic of the Christmas season, and its pastoral melodies—evoking birdsong and the light of morning—can bring a pleasant sense of focus without interrupting your work as background music.
A perfect classical number for those who want to study or work quietly.
Je te veuxErik Satie
It is a sweet and romantic piece by Erik Satie.
Characterized by a sensual yet elegant style, it sings of a powerful longing for a lover.
Set to a waltz rhythm, it expresses deep passion for the beloved and serves as a fine example of the “simplicity” and “refinement” that Satie’s music embodies.
Composed in 1897 and officially published in 1903, it was later arranged for solo piano as well.
Often featured in classical concerts and film scores, it is beloved by many.
It’s perfect as background music for a quiet evening with your partner or a leisurely teatime.
Piano Sonata No. 14 “Moonlight,” First MovementLudwig van Beethoven
This is one of Beethoven’s signature works, depicting a magical scene where the night’s silence and moonlight are reflected on the surface of a lake.
The beautiful melody woven by the left hand’s octaves and the right hand’s triplets soothes the listener and leaves a deep impression.
Completed in 1801 and dedicated in 1802 to one of Beethoven’s students, the piece departs from conventional movement arrangement, giving the whole work a distinctive sense of motion.
Performance directions calling for delicate playing with the damper raised further heighten its ethereal, dreamlike atmosphere.
It’s a perfect choice as quiet nighttime background music or for moments when you want to relax.