[Classical] Classical music BGM. Recommended classical music as background music for work and study.

Symphony No. 9 in E minor, Op. 95 “From the New World”Antonín Dvořák

Antonín Dvořák, Symphony No. 9 'From the New World'

Among Dvořák’s symphonies, this piece—often counted among the “three great symphonies” alongside Beethoven’s Symphony No.

5 in C minor and Schubert’s Symphony No.

7 in B minor “Unfinished”—is so famous that many people are inclined to use it as background music to lift their spirits.

It is said that Dvořák composed this work as a message from America to his homeland of Bohemia, and when heard as a whole symphony, it feels profoundly dramatic.

With its wide dynamic contrasts and strong sense of message, it resonates with many listeners and has been heard by countless people.

It’s a recommended classical piece for those who want to work or study while heightening their sense of elation.

Ave MariaCharles Gounod

Gounod “Ave Maria”

It is a piece composed by the French composer Charles Gounod, who used the lyrics of “Ave Maria” based on the “Prelude No.

1 in C major” from Book I of Bach’s The Well-Tempered Clavier.

This classical masterpiece has been sung by various singers around the world and enjoys wide popularity.

Two ArabesquesClaude Debussy

Debussy / Two Arabesques No. 1 / Performed by Ichiro Kaneko

It is a piano piece composed by the French composer Claude Debussy and is considered one of his signature works.

The piece consists of two movements and follows the ternary form typical of Romantic music.

It is a well-known masterpiece, widely recognized by the general public because it is used in anime and manga, among other media.

The Maiden with Flaxen HairClaude Debussy

The Maiden with Flaxen Hair — Debussy

This is the eighth piece from Claude Debussy’s Preludes for piano.

It’s a very short work—just one two-page spread—but its beauty is well known, and it is often used in TV commercials; it also suits background music for work or study perfectly.

Written in G-flat major with six flats, it can be quite challenging to read at first, but once memorized, its gentle, relaxed character makes it easy to play, so pianists love to perform it.

The title “The Girl with the Flaxen Hair” is borrowed from the phrase “la fille aux cheveux de lin” found in a poem by the Parnassian poet Leconte de Lisle.

Little Suite: “En bateau”Claude Debussy

Petite Suite I. En bateau

The flute, harp, and string accompaniment is wonderfully mellow and soothing.

Composed as a piano four-hands piece between 1886 and 1889, it was premiered in 1889, with the composer Claude Debussy himself apparently taking part.

Although it was originally written as a short suite for piano four hands, it was arranged by Debussy’s friend, the French musician Henri Büsser, and received high acclaim.

Today, the orchestral arrangement is more popular and is frequently performed.

In “En bateau,” notable for its flowing, graceful flute melody, the harp beautifully evokes the shimmering of a river.

It’s perfect not only as background music for work or study, but also as room ambience that will elevate everyday life with elegance and richness.

Among classical music BGM, this piece is especially recommended.

Little Suite “Procession”Claude Debussy

Petite Suite II. Procession

How about using works by Claude Debussy, a leading figure of Impressionist music, as study or work background music? You can almost feel a sense of excitement, as if thinking, “I don’t know what this line is for, but there’s quite a crowd and a queue forming!” The fine melodies carried by the strings provide a nice accent.

It’s a charming piece.

With a character reminiscent of game or film music, even first-time listeners are sure to enjoy it.

Its timbre is gentle, so would it be suitable to play as room BGM as well?

MoonlightClaude Debussy

Clair de Lune - Debussy

A solo piano piece composed by Claude Debussy, known as the third movement of the Suite bergamasque.

With its gentle, wistful character, it is a celebrated nocturne and enjoys great popularity.

The elegant melody in the middle section employs the Mixolydian mode.