BGM for a haunted house. Scary music.
Some classes might plan a haunted house for their school festival or cultural festival, right?
There are tons of elements to obsess over in a haunted house—worldbuilding, visuals, lighting, and how you scare people—but one thing you mustn’t forget is the BGM!
If you have music that instantly ramps up the fear just by playing, it raises the quality of the haunted house on its own.
So in this article, we’ve rounded up some delightfully scary BGM tracks that are perfect for haunted houses.
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BGM usable for haunted houses. Scary music (1–10)
Lavender Town ThemeMasuda Junichi
A background track that uses the Game Boy sound system to convey dissonance and instability so strongly that it sparked the overseas urban legend known as the “Lavender Town Syndrome.” “Lavender Town Syndrome” refers to an alleged wave of illness and suicides among Japanese children aged 7 to 12 following the release of Pokémon Green and Red.
Because this area also features the Pokémon Tower, where Pokémon are laid to rest, the events that occur here are known for their horror flavor and poignant atmosphere.
It’s famously one of the most traumatic pieces of music associated with a top trauma spot in the original Pokémon games.
Carnival of Souls – Main TitleGene Moore
One of the fun aspects of getting into horror films is discovering that truly great music often lies not in world-famous, globally celebrated works, but rather in those with a cult following and passionate niche acclaim.
Made in 1962, Carnival of Souls is a quintessential classic of cult horror and is even said to have inspired The Sixth Sense.
Beyond the film itself, its soundtrack—composed entirely for pipe organ in light of the protagonist being an organist—has earned high praise.
Even if you don’t know the film, you can likely sense from the melodies the unsettling, ominous atmosphere, and yet a certain mystical aura, all expressed with exquisite balance.
It’s the kind of appeal you can savor precisely because it’s the music of a film so different from Hollywood blockbusters—lacking in lavishness or polish, steeped instead in that low-budget cult vibe.
If this has piqued your curiosity, by all means check out the feature itself!
Tenshō Shō Tenshōkikuo
“Tenshō Shōtenshō” stands out with its gothic atmosphere and a strongly driving, fast-paced melody.
Rather than feeling creepy, it leans heavily into a gothic vibe.
The track itself is produced in an EDM style, so even though the melody exudes an eerie mood, it’s still an easy song to get into and groove to.
BGM for haunted houses. Scary music (11–20)
One, Two, Freddy’s Coming For You
A parody of a nursery rhyme that has become a symbol of the film A Nightmare on Elm Street.
This piece sets eerie lyrics to an innocent-sounding melody, inspiring a spine-chilling fear just by listening.
Since the film’s release in 1984, various versions have appeared throughout the series, and it continues to reign as a landmark of horror movie music.
Symbolizing the presence of Freddy Krueger, the killer who exacts revenge in dreams, the song deftly expresses the fear of falling asleep and has become a staple at Halloween parties and haunted houses.
When you listen to it, you might just find yourself glancing over your shoulder.
Amygdala’s Rag DollGHOST
This is an original Vocaloid track using the synthetic voice library Oliver.
As the song progresses, it gives the impression of growing eeriness and darkness.
The ear-catching intro, the toy-like vibe, and Oliver’s somewhat wistful vocals all enhance the Halloween feel!
The theme song of the movie “Friday the 13th”Harī Manfuredīni
When it comes to horror movies, you just can’t leave out Friday the 13th.
The fun part of this track is definitely that high-pitched, screechy scariness—it’s the kind of BGM that instantly conjures up Jason’s mask.
It’s a spine-chilling theme song that amped up the 1980 splatter-film masterpiece!
Tales of the Unusual Main Title: “Garamon Song”Kuniaki Haishima
In Japan, this series, Tales of the Unusual, is also well-known for its focus on horror and the supernatural.
The opening melody is very famous, but what follows—especially the part that sounds like a children’s chorus—is incredibly eerie.
How about listening to the entire piece again, including the sections people don’t usually hear?