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 music used in figure skating. We also introduce pieces that graced memorable pair performances! (41–50)
Piano Concerto No. 2Sergei Rachmaninov
For many people, this is “the” piece associated with Mao Asada.
It was the music she used at the 2014 Sochi Olympics.
Her powerful free skate moved audiences around the world beyond mere rankings.
Among Rachmaninoff’s four piano concertos, it is one of the most popular masterpieces.
In addition to its accessible melodic beauty, its virtuosic, brilliant chords and arpeggios make it an exceptionally captivating work.
List of music used in figure skating. Introducing pieces that colored memorable pair performances as well! (51–60)
MIRACLESarah Brightman
This is “MIRACLE,” created by YOSHIKI of X JAPAN, enveloped in a majestic atmosphere.
Included on the 2013 album “YOSHIKI CLASSICAL,” the piece was used by figure skater Mana Kawabe for her free program at the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics.
Sarah Brightman’s powerful, impassioned vocals, together with the grand sonorities that seem to draw you into an immense, otherworldly realm, create a soundscape that feels almost beyond this world.
The song conveys a message of overcoming any obstacle to create miracles and to make one’s dreams come true.
Split, Postcards From Far AwayEzio Bosso
Following his strong results in 2023, Sota Yamamoto also achieved excellent results at the 2024 All-Japan Figure Skating Championships.
Here is the piece he used for his short program in the 2024–2025 season.
It was included on Italian pianist Ezio Bosso’s 2015 album “The 12th Room.” The wistful piano tones are beautiful and draw you ever deeper into the world of the music.
The choreography for the short program was done by Benoît Richaud.
Great SpiritArmin van Buuren vs Vini Vici
The music used by Shoma Uno for his short program in the 2019–2020 season.
Armin van Buuren is such a formidable artist that he’s regarded as a godlike figure in the EDM world—so much so that he’s often called a Dutch hero.
Uno’s costume incorporates a neon-colored EDM aesthetic, and combined with the catchy, cool music and performance, it makes for a program that’s pure fun to watch.
Liebesträume No. 3Franz Liszt
Liebesträume No.
3, the third piece in the set of three composed by Hungarian pianist Franz Liszt, was used by one of Japan’s leading figure skaters, Mao Asada, in the 2011–2012 season.
It begins with a quietly unfolding piano tone that gradually shifts into a performance suggestive of a more passionate heart.
Although the piece has a bright character, its progression in A-flat major imparts a somewhat dark impression that is quite striking.
It’s a composition well-matched to figure skating, which not only glides smoothly but also showcases acrobatic elements.
TurandotGiacomo Puccini
The piece used by Shizuka Arakawa when she won the gold medal at the 2006 Turin Olympics—where her “Ina Bauer” became a social phenomenon.
The song is also highly popular as a figure skating program choice, having been used by Yuna Kim for her final performance as an active competitor.
This Turandot is Puccini’s last opera, left unfinished.
It depicts the grand story of the beautiful yet cold princess Turandot and Prince Calaf of the Tartar kingdom coming together.
Street LightsKanye West
In ice dance, a wide variety of music is used in figure skating, and of course there are tracks that pair particularly well with it.
Because skaters can’t make abrupt stops by nature, music that gradually builds in intensity tends to be a good match.
From that perspective, Kanye West’s “Street Lights” is an excellent fit for figure skating.
Its grand track and steadily rising energy structure bring out the very best in a skating program.
