[Easy Halloween Vibes] Perfect BGM and Theme Songs for a Halloween Party

“Ma mère l’Oye” Scene 3: Dialogue of Beauty and the BeastMaurice Ravel

Ravel: Ballet Music 'Ma mère l’Oye': Dialogue of Beauty and the Beast [Naxos Classical Curator #Fantasy]

Maurice Ravel, the French composer renowned for his masterful portrayals of fairy-tale worlds.

A passage from his suite Ma mère l’Oye brilliantly renders the story of Beauty and the Beast in sound.

Set to an elegant waltz, a sweet woodwind melody representing Beauty and the heavy, ominous timbre of the contrabassoon embodying the Beast unfold like a dialogue, drawing listeners into the story’s realm.

Originally premiered in 1910 as a piano four-hands piece and later orchestrated, the work was memorably used in the 2021 film The Worst Person in the World.

Interweaving unease and beauty, it’s perfect for creating a slightly grown-up, mysterious Halloween mood.

If you listen while imagining how the tale concludes, you’ll enjoy it all the more.

Night on Bald MountainModest Mussorgsky

Symphonic Poem “Night on Bald Mountain”

From the thrilling opening melody that feels like being chased to the frenzied climax where monsters run wild, this dramatic musical progression is perfect for creating a Halloween that’s not only fun but a little scary, too! Composed by the Russian composer Modest Mussorgsky, this piece depicts a midnight sabbath where witches gather.

It was also used in Disney’s classic film Fantasia, so many will remember its striking impact.

Since the premiere of Rimsky-Korsakov’s arrangement in October 1886, it has been widely beloved.

The structure culminating in the quiet arrival of morning with the tolling of bells is superb as well, making it an excellent choice as BGM to signal the end of a Halloween night.

Symphonic Scherzo “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice”Paul Dukas

Dukas: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice | Dukas: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice

It’s a symphonic poem by the French composer Paul Dukas, one of his signature works.

A perfectionist, Dukas destroyed most of the pieces he didn’t like during his lifetime.

This work is said to be one of the few masterpieces that survived.

Known as Dukas’s breakthrough piece, it was used as the music for the story in Disney’s 1940 film Fantasia, in which Mickey Mouse appears as the Sorcerer’s Apprentice, making it even more widely beloved.

Don’t you think its thrilling, comical tone—where clumsy imitation of magic leads to utter chaos—perfectly matches the exciting, heart-pounding atmosphere of Halloween?

Ballet Music “The Sleeping Beauty”: Puss-in-Boots and the White Cat (Act III)Pyotr Tchaikovsky

Tchaikovsky: Ballet Music The Sleeping Beauty – Puss-in-Boots and the White Cat [Naxos Classical Curations #Fantasy]

How about a comical piece to heighten Halloween’s mischievous mood? It’s a work included in the ballet suite The Sleeping Beauty by Pyotr Tchaikovsky, who created many masterpieces of ballet music.

This piece brilliantly depicts, through music, two fairy-tale cats as they frolic and hiss at each other.

With phrases that mimic meows and rhythms suggesting agile movements, it feels as if costumed characters are dancing right before your eyes—just listening is enough to lift your spirits.

The ballet containing this piece premiered in January 1890, and its extraordinary wedding-celebration setting also suits the Halloween vibe perfectly.

Play it as background music for your party, and it will help create a strange and delightful night.

Grim Grinning GhostsVoicePlay

Grim Grinning Ghosts – VoicePlay A Cappella

A Halloween song that’s also used in attractions at Tokyo Disneyland.

The eerie atmosphere is expressed entirely through a cappella throughout, yet the harmonies are so beautiful that some listeners may find themselves completely captivated.

Not only the percussion and bass, but even the bat screeches and ominous noises are all created using the human voice, making it an extremely technical piece! Listening to this track might bring back various memories from your time in the park.

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Otherworldly Mixed Grand Ball (feat. Ghost)Hoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Otherworldly Mixed Grand Ball (feat. Obake) [Official Video]

This song is used as the theme for the movie “Ghost Book: Obake Zukan.” With its pop sound and quirky lyrics, it’s a track that’s sure to capture children’s interest.

When you think of Halloween, many people imagine ghosts, right? This song is exactly about that—ghosts! The chorus is rhythmic and gives you the urge to dance.

It would be a blast to incorporate the official video’s choreography and add your own spin while dancing to it.

Definitely give it a try!

Addams Family Theme songAddams Family

The Addams Family Theme song

It’s the theme song of the timeless classic The Addams Family.

It’s been used in commercials, so many of you may recognize its memorable phrase.

It has a somewhat eerie, horror-like mood, doesn’t it? There are versions as a TV series, films, and animations—please give them a watch and then try listening to it as BGM.