[Ghibli] Timeless Ghibli Classics in Classical Arrangements: The charm of Ghibli music performed with live instruments

Classical music and Ghibli.

At first glance, this combination may seem worlds apart, yet it’s quietly sparking a boom among music fans.

Ghibli’s beloved melodies, performed on classical instruments like the piano and violin, bring us new allure and profound emotion.

While preserving the warmth and tenderness of the originals, the grandeur and delicacy unique to classical music are added, creating a fresh experience that feels like listening to an entirely different story.

Experience for yourself how those famous tunes you know so well are reborn through classical arrangements.

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[Ghibli] Timeless Ghibli Classics in Classical Arrangements: The charm of Ghibli music performed with live instruments
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	To That SummerJoe Hisaishi		The famous song from the Ghibli film Spirited Away resonates in my heart.
2	The Pigeon and the BoyJoe Hisaishi		Pazu's trumpet from Castle in the Sky (Laputa)
3	Become the windAyano Tsuji		“Kaze ni Naru” is being performed as a piano solo.
4	Mother’s BroomJoe Hisaishi		Joe Hisaishi’s classic from Kiki’s Delivery Service resonates with the heart.
5	strollJoe Hisaishi		Joe Hisaishi performs Ghibli’s “Sanpo”
6	Ashitaka DiaryJoe Hisaishi		The epic music of Studio Ghibli’s Princess Mononoke
7	Anna (Piano Arrangement)Takatoki Muramatsu		Music from the Studio Ghibli film “When Marnie Was There”
8	My Neighbors the Yamadas Theme – Orchestral VersionAkiko Yano		Akiko Yano’s masterpieces colored by an orchestra
9	My Neighbor TotoroJoe Hisaishi		Moved by the orchestral performance of the Totoro ending
10	CatbusJoe Hisaishi		The music from My Neighbor Totoro was moving when performed by an orchestra!
11	Ask me why (A Mother’s Thoughts)Joe Hisaishi		The moving theme song from Hayao Miyazaki’s latest film
12	Music of the CelestialsJoe Hisaishi		The Celestials’ Music in The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
13	Dragon BoyJoe Hisaishi		Studio Ghibli’s iconic song from Spirited Away
14	Path of the WindJoe Hisaishi		The famous piece from “My Neighbor Totoro,” orchestral version
15	I stopped being alone.Akiko Yano		Expressing the warmth of everyday life through the piano
16	Haru’s MemoriesYuji Nomi		Here, I summarized it as “The Cat Returns: a story in which Haru saves a cat.”
17	againJoe Hisaishi		Impressive music from Studio Ghibli films performed by an orchestra
18	A Town with an Ocean ViewJoe Hisaishi		The famous song from the Ghibli film “A Town With an Ocean View.”
19	Carrying YouJoe Hisaishi		The charm of Azumi Inoue, who sings famous songs from Studio Ghibli films
20	Country RoadYoko Honna		A coming-of-age story about a book-loving girl and an artisan
21	Love is a flower, and you are its seed.Amanda McBroom		Theme song of Harumi Miyako's film “Only Yesterday”
22	“Always With Me” to “Reprise” from Spirited AwayJoe Hisaishi		A lovely, atmospheric song resonates with the heart.
23	Ponyo on the CliffJoe Hisaishi		Nozomi Ohashi, moved by an overwhelming singing voice
24	Treasure of FlamesYuji Ohno		Theme song of Lupin the Third, a masterpiece by Yuji Ohno.
25	Kiki’s Delivery ServiceJoe Hisaishi		The heartwarming classic from Kiki’s Delivery Service
26	Memories of the AlhambraFrancisco Tárrega		Tárrega’s famous guitar piece “Recuerdos de la Alhambra”
27	My Humble CottageHenry Rowley Bishop		A nostalgic classic that sings of love for one's hometown
28	Que Sera, Sera (Whatever will be, will be)Jay Lavingston & Ray Evans		Doris Day’s classic song, with its appealing, upbeat lyrics
29	Fine On The OutsidePriscilla Ahn		A lonely singer who sings theme songs for Ghibli films
30	Arrietty`s SongSimon Caby		Cecil to perform the theme song with outstanding debts
31	NAUSICAA REQUIEM Nausicaä RequiemJoe Hisaishi		Healing piano arrangement of Nausicaä Requiem
32	Symphonic Poem“NAUSICAÄ”Joe Hisaishi		Ghibli music—moving and beautifully melodic
33	THE WIND RISES The Wind Rises From the film “The Wind Rises”Joe Hisaishi		The moving feeling when nostalgic music stirs the heart
34	“Princess Mononoke” Fantastic Scene (Wind Orchestra)Joe Hisaishi		Moved by classical music, I rewatched the movie.
35	“Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind” – Highlights –Joe Hisaishi		The Nausicaä song is moving and pleasant.
36	Always With MeJoe Hisaishi		The famous song from the Ghibli film Spirited Away resonates with the heart.
37	Name of LifeJoe Hisaishi		The famous song from Spirited Away: soothing music that resonates with the heart
38	The revolving seasonsJoe Hisaishi		The memorable song from Kiki’s Delivery Service, “Meguru Kisetsu” (Turning Seasons)
39	Princess MononokeJoe Hisaishi		Yoshikazu Mera’s beautiful singing voice adorns the film.
40	Ashitaka and SanJoe Hisaishi		The music of Princess Mononoke conveys hope and a profound worldview.
41	Promise of the WorldJoe Hisaishi		Theme song of 'Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea,' sung by Chieko Baisho.
42	Symphonic Suite “Princess Mononoke”Joe Hisaishi		A moving work that makes you feel the importance of nature
43	Symphonic Suite “Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind”Joe Hisaishi		The music in Nausicaä is powerful and captivating.
44	Merry-Go-Round of LifeJoe Hisaishi		Emotional expression with Joe Hisaishi’s “Merry-Go-Round”
45	Spirited Away Wind OrchestraJoe Hisaishi		The music from Spirited Away is an unforgettable masterpiece.
46	Mother of the SeaJoe Hisaishi		A beautiful theme song that portrays the allure of the sea
47	Chapter 4: Princess MononokeJoe Hisaishi		The beauty of Japanese music that resonates throughout the world
48	Nausicaä of the Valley of the WindJoe Hisaishi		The charm lies in the interpretation and expression of classical music.
49	I Became a BirdJoe Hisaishi		An otherworldly song by the singer from Kiki’s Delivery Service
50	Porco RossoJoe Hisaishi		The bittersweet, soothing melody of Porco Rosso
51	Memory of LifeKazumi Nikaido		Kazumi Nikaido, who sang the theme song of The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
52	When the cherries ripenTokiko Kato		The famous song sung by Tokiko Kato from Porco Rosso
53	Sometimes, old storiesTokiko Kato		Ending song of 'Porco Rosso': nostalgia and memories
54	The Summer of Goodbye ~From Up on Poppy Hill~Koichi Sakata		Songs featuring Ryoko Moriyama’s beautiful voice and vocal prowess
55	Song of TimeAkino Arai / Hisaaki Hogari		Aoi Teshima, whose enchanting, translucent singing voice is captivating.
56	If I could become the seaShigeru Nagata		Expressing a calmness like the sea for a movie ending theme
57	Someone at any timeRed Dragon		The borderless music and soothing melodies of Shang Shang Typhoon
58	contrailYumi Arai		Parents and children moved by music that transcends generations
59	If I’m wrapped in kindnessYumi Arai		The ending of a Ghibli film, gracefully with strings
60	Teru’s SongHiroko Taniyama		Aoi Teshima’s theme song for Tales from Earthsea, a tour de force by Hiroko Taniyama
61	Only Yesterday Main ThemeHoshikatsu		Heartwarming masterpieces from Studio Ghibli films