Classic masterpieces recommended for women
We’ve put together a selection of classic masterpieces especially recommended for women.
Looking back, classical musicians in the past—both composers and performers—were almost all men.
In recent years, however, the number of female conductors and performers has grown significantly.
Watching performances on TV or video sites, you can see that many women are now thriving in the field.
There are also many pieces written for or associated with women, such as The Maiden’s Prayer by the rare female composer in classical music, Tekla Bądarzewska, and Elgar’s Salut d’Amour, dedicated to his beloved wife.
Think of this as a beginner’s guide to classical music.
We’ve included many familiar pieces, so why not take this opportunity to make classical music your hobby?
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Classic Masterpieces Recommended for Women (31–40)
Pavane for a Newborn PrincessCharles-Henry
Characterized by an elegant and serene melody, this piece is filled with joy and hope celebrating the birth of new life.
Despite its brief duration of about 1 minute and 25 seconds, it demands delicate touch and expressive nuance.
The key to performance lies in conveying the work’s grace and joy through subtle changes in phrasing and dynamics.
Often featured in piano education settings, it is recommended for those wishing to cultivate expressiveness or seeking an encore piece for a recital.
In May 2023, a concert including this piece was held at the Paris Conservatoire, captivating the audience.
EARTHMuramatsu Takatsugu
This piece, performed as a flute and piano duo, is a grand work themed around the Earth’s environment and the beauty of nature.
The flute’s gentle melodies and the piano’s rich resonance intertwine exquisitely, evoking the sensation of traveling through the great outdoors.
The structure begins with a quiet introduction, gradually unfolds into a dramatic development, and finally moves toward a tranquil close.
This dynamic contour brings deep emotional expression to the music and captivates listeners.
It’s a recommended piece for those who want to feel their love for nature and the Earth through music, and for anyone who wishes to fully savor the charm of the flute.
From the New WorldAnton Dvorak
Even a child would recognize it upon hearing it—it’s the ultra-famous piece, “New World.” It conveys the birth of something new.
The music brims with a sense that something is about to begin.
It’s the kind of piece that fills you with anticipation.
The Swan from The Carnival of the AnimalsCamille Saint-Saëns
Camille Saint-Saëns’s The Carnival of the Animals is a suite and a popular work enjoyed by both children and adults for its pieces that evoke the movements of various animals.
Among them, The Swan captivates listeners with its refined, tranquil mood, reminiscent of a swan gracefully poised upon the water.
Wedding MarchFelix Mendelssohn
Felix Mendelssohn’s “Wedding March” evokes the image of a processional in a truly grand, luxurious wedding venue, and it doesn’t have a solemn atmosphere.
It’s a piece that makes you picture a bride in a long veil walking down the aisle.
It makes you long for that kind of wedding, doesn’t it?
Classic Masterpieces Recommended for Women (41–50)
Trumpet ConcertoFranz Joseph Haydn
What kind of image do you have of the trumpet? Perhaps a very sharp sound, or a tone that tightens up the atmosphere? If you listen to this Trumpet Concerto, the image of the trumpet you’ve held may be completely swept away.
It’s a masterpiece that conveys a sense of softness.
CarmenGeorges Bizet
The opera Carmen, arranged as a suite, is something you may often encounter in ballet as well.
Centered on Carmen, a woman from a land of passion, the story unfolds in a way that makes her an object of admiration for many women.
You’ll surely find yourself thinking you’d like to be a woman as passionate as she is.