Figure skating music list. We also introduce pieces that colored the masterpieces of pairs!
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!
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List of Figure Skating Music Selections: Introducing Pieces that Enhanced Iconic Pair Performances as Well! (11–20)
My WayChris Mann
Figure skater Wakaba Higuchi, competing in women’s singles, drew major attention by selecting this piece for her short program in the 2025–2026 season, which will be the final season of her competitive career.
The song, performed by powerhouse vocalist Chris Mann on his major-label debut album “Roads,” released in October 2012, is a standard originally crafted by Frank Sinatra, with lyrics adapted by Paul Anka into an arrangement that conveys the resolve to forge a path forward.
It’s perfect for moments when you need the courage to take a new step.
You’ll Never Walk AloneRichard Charles Rodgers/Oscar Greeley Clendenning Hammerstein II
Pair skaters Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara shone at the Grand Prix Final.
The piece they used, which moved audiences, was “You’ll Never Walk Alone.” Composed by Richard Rodgers in 1945 as a song for a musical, it features a sacred-sounding melody and lyrics that encourage those who are striving—qualities that have endeared it to many and, in recent years, led to its use as a sports anthem as well.
Fans who know the lyrics likely felt their hearts swell.
Air on the G StringJ.S.Bach
Shoma Uno, who has achieved numerous accomplishments including winning a silver medal at the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics, used the classical masterpiece “Air on the G String” during the 2022–2023 season.
As one of Bach’s representative works, its relaxed tempo evokes majestic natural landscapes, while the rich orchestral timbre conveys a sense of power.
The piece unfolds with a grand sense of expansiveness, and it feels as though the magnitude and strength of his performance are further emphasized by the music.
It’s also a piece worth noting for how well it harmonizes with the sound of blades carving the ice.
Fantasy for Violin and OrchestraJoshua Bell
Shun Sato, who achieved excellent results in 2024—third at the Grand Prix Final and second at the Four Continents Championships—used this piece for his short program in the 2024–2025 season: music from the 2004 film “Ladies in Lavender,” directed by Charles Dance.
Its warm melody, carried by wind and string instruments, is beautiful and gives an elegant impression.
At the Japan Figure Skating Championships, he performed in a purple costume, likely to match the imagery of the film.
The Sounds of SilenceSimon&Garfunkel
This is the piece of music Yuma Kagiyama, who has achieved excellent results at competitions in Japan and abroad including the 2022 Beijing Olympics, used for his short program in 2024.
At the 2024 All-Japan Figure Skating Championships, he delivered a splendid performance to this song and won the title.
In the program, only delicate guitar sounds are used in the first half, and vocals come in from the second half, building excitement along with the performance.
The song is by the American folk duo Simon & Garfunkel and was released in 1964.
CreepRadiohead
In 2023, Mako Yamashita placed eighth at the All-Japan Championships, and expectations are high for her future performances.
This is the piece she used for her free skate.
It’s a grand song sung by Mónica Naranjo over piano and orchestral accompaniment, but it is actually a cover of a song by the British rock band Radiohead.
As a program, it gives an impression that leans more toward a piano ballad than rock, showcasing large, soft movements as if in sync with the vocals.
The gentle motions that overlap with the sound seem to warm the hearts of those watching.
Figure Skating Music List: Introducing Pieces That Enriched Iconic Pair Performances Too! (21–30)
Training With Mr. SchaibelCarlos Rafael Rivera
The piece that drew attention because rising star of Japanese figure skating Mao Shimada used it in her free program for the 2021–2022 season is a number composed by Carlos Rafael Rivera.
The quietly repeating piano motif evokes the image of earnest, day-by-day training.
As the strings gradually join in, they seem to express an inner passion, leaving you with a sense of being cleansed.
It’s included on the album “The Queen’s Gambit: Music from the Netflix Limited Series,” released in October 2020 as the score for the drama The Queen’s Gambit.
The music, which colors the story of a young chess prodigy’s growth, pairs perfectly with performances on the ice.
It’s an ideal track for times when you want to sharpen your focus or immerse yourself in something.
As you listen, let it remind you of the dignity of striving toward your dreams.