Figure skating music list. We also introduce pieces that colored the masterpieces of pairs!

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.
Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

Have you ever paid attention to the music when enjoying figure skating and ice dance performances more deeply?When skaters weave a story on the ice, it is ultimately the power of music that supports their worldbuilding.In pairs and ice dance, the music is often chosen so you can almost feel the two skaters’ breathing in sync, while in solo programs, a striking melody can instantly draw the entire arena in—the impression can change completely with a single piece.In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of music used in figure skating.As you picture the athletes performing, try savoring the music anew!

Figure skating program music list: Introducing pieces that colored memorable pair performances as well! (81–90)

Merry Christmas Mr. LawrenceSakamoto Ryuichi

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Merry Christmas Mr. LawrenceSakamoto Ryuichi

At the 2022 Grand Prix Series event in Finland, Mai Mihara performed to Ryuichi Sakamoto’s “Merry Christmas, Mr.

Lawrence,” a piece by a Japanese composer renowned worldwide.

It is the main theme of the 1983 film Merry Christmas, Mr.

Lawrence and won the BAFTA Award for Best Original Music.

This famous piano instrumental blends a Japanese-style melody with an oriental atmosphere.

The piece was also performed at the much-discussed livestream concert held in December 2022.

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OnmyojiBairin Shigeru

Onmyoji Main Theme

OnmyojiBairin Shigeru

Yuzuru Hanyu won back-to-back gold medals at the 2014 Sochi Olympics and the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics.

For his free skating program titled “SEIMEI” during the 2015–2016 season, he used music from Onmyoji.

Composed by Shigeru Umebayashi, it features a grand sound built around traditional Japanese instruments such as flutes and drums, themed on “Wa” (Japanese aesthetic).

The piece perfectly suits his elegant performance on the ice, and it’s a composition that enhances figure skating with its brilliance while at times showcasing dynamic elements.

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Now We Are FreeLisa Gerrard

Now We Are Free

Now We Are FreeLisa Gerrard

A song that surely remains in the memories of many skating fans is “Now We Are Free.” That’s because Yuma Kagiyama used it at the 2022 World Figure Skating Championships, and Kaori Sakamoto used it at the Beijing Olympics.

The piece, performed by Lisa Gerrard, was used by these two star skaters.

It is also famous as the theme song for the film Gladiator, with lyrics about freedom.

Perhaps that very message was one of the reasons it was chosen.

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In conclusion

We presented, all at once, the songs that popular figure skaters actually used in their programs. Many of you probably recalled each skater’s performances—short program, free skate, and exhibition. Figure skating is always in the spotlight, so we can’t take our eyes off what wonderful performances they’ll show us next, and to what music!