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 (41–50)
William Tell OvertureGioachino Rossini
It’s the famous William Tell Overture.
The piece that’s often played at school sports days is actually the one performed toward the end of the overture.
Since this is music from an opera with various scenes, I think the pieces performed before the finale are also enjoyable to listen to, not just the last one.
Classic Masterpieces Recommended for Women (51–60)
Symphony No. 1Johannes Brahms
It’s a very popular piece among the classics, and I think you’ve heard it in many different contexts.
Brahms certainly has his own distinctive world and quirks, but as you listen, it gradually becomes something quite comfortable—a masterpiece among masterpieces.
springRobert Schumann
Like flower buds in spring and creatures freed from the cold beginning to stir, the refreshing music unfolds in a very pleasant tone.
Doesn’t Schumann’s personality and character, after all, seem to be reflected directly in his music? Many people likely love the unique sense of relaxation this piece conveys.
moonlightClaude Debussy
There’s probably no other piece that soothes a woman’s heart like this one.
Claude Debussy’s Clair de Lune is, I think, the perfect piece to listen to while gazing up at the moonlit night.
It’s a very popular piece that’s sometimes used in commercials, so many people have probably heard it.
moonlightLudwig van Beethoven
It gives a different impression from Debussy’s Clair de Lune.
Rather than a brilliantly shining moon, this feels more like a moon emerging from between the clouds, gradually beginning to cast its light.
The fine-grained depiction strikes me as very Beethoven-like.
Romanian Folk DancesBartók Béla
Romanian Folk Dances by Béla Bartók are often featured in piano competitions.
Perhaps their popularity among pianists stems from how brilliantly they showcase the instrument.
Their flowing melodies are sure to captivate listeners.
In conclusion
How was it? We’ve introduced some classic masterpieces recommended for women.
When you think about it, classical performers and composers have mostly been men.
There’s still an image that piano lessons are for girls, but I feel like the ones who keep it up are surprisingly often men.
Even so, there are many classical works by women composers and pieces that take women as their theme.
Tekla Bądarzewska’s “A Maiden’s Prayer” is a representative example.
Elgar’s “Salut d’Amour” was also a piece dedicated to his beloved wife.
Be sure to find a favorite piece and spread the word: this is a work themed around women!