[Disney BGM] Just listening will boost your mood! A collection of Disney classics

Someday My Prince Will ComeBill Evans Trio

Someday My Prince Will Come/Bill Evans Trio (1960) *Public domain

Known as an insert song from the film Snow White, this piece is also popular as a jazz standard.

It’s included on the Bill Evans Trio’s 1960 album Portrait in Jazz, where Evans’s delicate piano touch and distinctive harmonic progressions are especially captivating.

The lyrics, which express Snow White’s pure feelings of first love, are interpreted with the sophistication unique to jazz, resonating deeply with listeners.

Ranked 19th on the American Film Institute’s list of the 100 greatest songs in film history, its appeal is widely recognized.

It’s a perfect track for boosting concentration or unwinding.

Why not tackle your work or studies while savoring its relaxed, elegant atmosphere?

Dreams in secretMagic Philharmonic Disney Orchestra

Philharmonic Disney Orchestra – 03.A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes (Cinderella)

A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes is the theme song from the film Cinderella and is considered one of the most iconic pieces in Disney’s movie music.

It’s no exaggeration to say that Walt Disney’s message—“If you believe, your wishes will come true”—comes from this song.

The classical atmosphere suits it perfectly, and the orchestra, which sings out the waltz in 3/4 time slowly at first and with a quicker tempo in the latter half, sounds absolutely gorgeous.

Part Of Your WorldAlan Menken

Part Of Your World – The Little Mermaid (Piano Cover)

This is “Part of Your World,” a song from the film The Little Mermaid, covered by New Zealand composer and pianist Samantha van der Sluijs.

It’s a grand, moving piece, but when arranged for piano it transforms into soothing, calming music.

It’s also great to switch between arrangements depending on your mood.

Go the DistanceAlan Menken

Disney – Hercules – I Can Go the Distance Piano Solo

A Disney movie classic known for its soul-stirring, powerful melody and heartfelt lyrics.

Featured as a song in the 1997 film Hercules, it strikingly portrays the protagonist’s growth and adventures.

In a piano arrangement, the work’s grandeur and delicacy stand out even more, leaving a deep impression on listeners.

The beautiful melody evokes scenes from the movie, and combined with the piano’s timbre, it creates a dreamlike atmosphere.

It also works seamlessly as background music, making it perfect for quiet moments or when you want to motivate yourself.

The Sorcerer’s ApprenticeDukas&Morino Gojuusoudan

The Sorcerer’s Apprentice / Forest Quintet L’apprenti Sorcier, Scherzo Symphonique / Dukas / Disney / Fantasia / Mori-no Wind Quintet

One of the pieces used in the film Fantasia, which is composed of short films set to classical music.

It’s often mistaken as an original Disney work, but the piece is actually based on the symphonic poem The Sorcerer’s Apprentice by the French composer Paul Dukas, and the version used in the film was arranged by Leopold Stokowski, who served as the music director.

For many people, hearing this piece instantly brings to mind Mickey Mouse wearing the sorcerer’s hat.

Without youRandy Newman/Hirohashi Makiko

If I Didn't Have You (from “Monsters, Inc.”)

This is the theme song from Monsters, Inc., one of the most popular films produced by Disney and Pixar.

Am I the only one who feels its style is similar to “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” from Toy Story? When it’s arranged in a jazz style, it makes you want to listen to it quietly at night.

Door to FreedomAlan Menken

Mandy Moore – When Will My Life Begin? (From “Tangled”/Sing-Along)

This song is from the movie Tangled.

You probably remember the scene where Rapunzel sings it in the intro and other parts of the film.

With its high, clear vocals playing in the background, it’s a track that always puts you in a good mood.