Morning Classics | A selection of classic masterpieces recommended for those who want to wake up feeling great
Classical music is said to have various effects.
In particular, its relaxing effects have been recognized academically, and it has even been put to practical use—for example, in the livestock industry, where animals are made to listen to classical music.
Of course, the same applies to humans, and there are many works that soothe the mind.
This time, we’ve selected masterpieces from classical music that are perfect for the morning.
Listening to classical music in the morning is sure to boost your studying and work throughout the day!
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Morning Classics | A Selection of Classical Masterpieces Recommended for Those Who Want to Wake Up Feeling Good (11–20)
Siegfried IdyllRichard Wagner
Recommended for when you want to be wrapped in a calm, intimate atmosphere.
This piece was composed by Richard Wagner, known as the “King of Music Drama.” It was performed in December 1870 as a birthday gift for his wife, Cosima, and is accompanied by a heartwarming story: it was played on the staircase of their home solely for his family.
While Wagner is often associated with grand, monumental operas, this work is characterized by the delicate and gentle timbre of a small orchestra.
It is also cherished as a classic of the Christmas season, and its pastoral melodies—evoking birdsong and the light of morning—can bring a pleasant sense of focus without interrupting your work as background music.
A perfect classical number for those who want to study or work quietly.
Joy of LoveFritz Kreisler
Viennese dance music that is resplendent and full of elegance.
If you like that atmosphere, this work by Fritz Kreisler is recommended.
It is often mentioned as part of a trilogy together with “Liebesleid” (Love’s Sorrow) and “Schön Rosmarin” (Beautiful Rosemary), and is a celebrated piece.
Published around 1905, it also has a history of being released on SP record in 1911, and it was featured on the TV Tokyo program “100 Years of Music.” Sergei Rachmaninoff’s piano arrangement is also well known, so if you’re interested, be sure to check it out.
Use it as background music while you work, and you’ll likely feel more elegant and focused.
Music on the Water – Alla HornpipeGeorg Friedrich Händel
This is a masterpiece by George Frideric Handel, a composer emblematic of the Baroque era.
It premiered in 1717 on the River Thames for King George I of Great Britain during a royal water party.
It is characterized by its brilliant, lively rhythms and melodies, with horns, trumpets, and strings carrying the main themes.
The work evokes the opulent atmosphere of the royal court and the excitement of festivities, achieving a style that is both elegant and grand.
It’s perfect for those who want to savor a refreshing morning mood.
Its bright, splendid melodies are sure to energize you for a new day.
Even those new to classical music will find it approachable and enjoyable, making it highly recommended.
String Quartet: Divertimento in F major, K. 138Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Composed by the genius composer Mozart, whom Vienna, Austria proudly claims, this piece was written when he was 16.
Completed in Salzburg in 1772, it is scored for string quartet or string orchestra.
Consisting of three movements, it lasts about 12 minutes.
The opening of the first movement has a playful, opera buffa-like character that gives listeners an approachable impression.
Its bright, light Italianate style makes it perfect for waking up in the morning.
With its pleasant timbre and elegant atmosphere, it’s sure to set a refreshing tone for the start of your day.
It’s also a great recommendation for those interested in classical music but unsure where to begin.
Piano Quintet “The Trout,” Movement 4Franz Schubert
This refreshing masterpiece of chamber music was composed in the summer of 1819 by Franz Schubert, known as the King of Song.
It is based on a song that depicts fish darting across the river’s surface on the piano, and unfolds in the form of variations.
The conversation woven by five instruments, including the double bass, is bright and full of happiness, sure to lift the listener’s spirits.
The work was published posthumously in 1829.
Thanks to its familiarity, it has been used as background music in many films and videos.
It’s recommended for starting a fresh morning or for working in a relaxed mood.
Its pleasant rhythm will naturally help boost your efficiency in studying or desk work.
Minuet from ‘L’Arlésienne’Georges Bizet
An elegant piece by Georges Bizet, a composer emblematic of French Romanticism.
The brilliant melodies of flute and harp evoke the graceful ambiance of the southern French countryside.
Its calming character makes it perfect for a morning listen.
Originally composed as incidental music for a play, it was later arranged for concert performance.
It’s also interesting that it was composed in a short period in 1872.
Highly recommended for those who want to start their day pleasantly with classical music.
Suite “The Gadfly” Op.97a No. 8 “Romance”Dmitri Dmitriyevich Shostakovich
Dmitri Shostakovich was one of the great pianists active during the Soviet era.
After achieving excellent results at the first Chopin Competition, he also produced several masterpieces as a composer.
Among Shostakovich’s works, the one I especially recommend is Suite “The Gadfly,” Op.
97a: No.
8, “Romance.” As the title suggests, it features a wistful melody that evokes romance.
It’s a very gentle and beautiful piece that can make you feel as if you’re in a Disney movie, so I highly recommend using it as morning background music.
From ‘With heart and mouth and deed and life’ No. 10, Chorale chorus ‘Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring’J.S.Bach
The father of music, Johann Sebastian Bach.
Bach composed several church cantatas, and among his most famous works is Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben.
The chorale that concludes it, Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring, is a melody almost everyone has heard at least once.
From this work, a piece that’s perfect for the morning and highly recommended is “Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben, No.
10: Chorale Chorus ‘Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring.’” Though it features rich harmonies, it is wrapped in a light and warm atmosphere, so please use it as your morning background music.
Beautiful RosemaryFritz Kreisler
The light, charming melody reminiscent of a Viennese ball is truly striking.
“Schön Rosmarin,” composed by the renowned Austrian violinist Fritz Kreisler, is a short piece for violin and piano that seems to paint a delicate flower in music.
Its springy, waltz-like tone naturally brightens the listener’s mood.
The score was published in 1910, and Kreisler himself recorded it in December 1912.
As one of a trilogy alongside “Liebesfreud” (Love’s Joy) and “Liebesleid” (Love’s Sorrow), it’s highly recommended to listen to them together.
It is also frequently used as background music in commercials and visual works, so do check it out as a refreshing interlude during tasks or as gentle study BGM.
String Quartet: Divertimento in D major, K. 136Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Listening to Mozart’s music is said to reduce stress and be beneficial for your health.
This piece, composed by Mozart when he was 16, is characterized by its bright and refreshing melodies.
It consists of three movements, offering variety with the brisk theme of the first movement, the elegant beauty of the second, and the lively finale of the third.
Composed in Salzburg in 1772, it also shows the influence of Italian music.
With its invigorating tone that can help you wake up refreshed in the morning, it’s perfect as morning classical music—highly recommended for anyone who wants to start the day feeling good.