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 famous classical music pieces recommended for those who want to wake up feeling good (1–10)
Violin Concerto “The Four Seasons” — “Spring,” First MovementAntonio Lucio Vivaldi
Let me introduce a masterpiece by the Italian composer Antonio Lucio Vivaldi, a leading figure of Baroque music: the first movement of Spring from the concerto set themed on the Four Seasons.
The music, which depicts birdsong and spring storms, is perfect for waking up in the morning.
It opens with a lively Allegro, conjuring vivid scenes of spring.
Vivaldi’s own sonnets merge with the music to vividly portray nature celebrating the arrival of spring.
Published in 1725, this piece remains beloved today and is often used in films and commercials.
Listening to it in the morning might let you feel the breath of spring and start your day with a refreshing mood.
Horn Concerto No. 1Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
This masterpiece is filled with the charm of one of classical music’s defining composers, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
Composed in 1782, the piece is a concerto written for a friend.
It has two movements, featuring a bright and lively first movement and a light, rhythmical second movement.
It’s a delightful work that conveys Mozart’s playful spirit, with the horn’s warm, rich timbre standing out.
It’s perfect for a fresh morning mood, making it an excellent choice as background music during breakfast or before heading out.
Song of SpringFelix Mendelssohn
Let me introduce a piano piece by the German composer Felix Mendelssohn.
This work is one of the pieces included in the fifth volume of Songs Without Words and was published in 1842.
It is one of the 48 pieces composed over 15 years across eight volumes.
Characterized by a bright, lively melody and rhythmic accompaniment, it exudes a fresh atmosphere that evokes the arrival of spring.
Throughout the piece, a cheerful, joy-filled world is depicted, conveying to the listener the delight of spring and the anticipation of new beginnings.
It is very popular among piano students and performers, and has become a standard frequently featured in recitals and concerts.
Listening to this piece in the morning seems like a great way to start the day on a positive note!
Morning Classics | A Selection of Classical Masterpieces Recommended for Those Who Want to Wake Up Feeling Good (11–20)
The Nutcracker, Ballet Suite: 3. Waltz of the FlowersPeter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Let me introduce a splendid, elegant piece that’s perfect for waking up in the morning.
It’s a movement from the ballet music premiered in March 1892 by the Russian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.
It opens with the sparkling tones of the harp, followed by beautiful melodies from the horns and strings.
Depicting flowers dancing through music, this work evokes the feeling of gradually awakening from the morning’s quiet.
Often performed during the Christmas season, it’s a masterpiece enjoyable year-round.
If you want to start your day on a pleasant note by listening to classical music, this is highly recommended.
How about welcoming a new morning wrapped in its graceful melody?
Canon and Gigue in D major, P.37 No. 1: CanonJohann Pachelbel
Johann Pachelbel’s masterpiece, Canon and Gigue in D major for three violins and basso continuo, features the first half—the Canon—which almost everyone has heard at least once, and it’s especially famous in Japan as one of the most beloved chord progressions.
Among its versions, I particularly recommend Canon and Gigue in D major, P.37, No.
1: Canon.
While it includes the familiar phrases from the commonly known Canon, this performance is played with a light touch rather than a dramatic one.
It truly feels like chamber music, making it a perfect piece for a quiet morning.
Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Op. 56aJohannes Brahms
Johannes Brahms’s 1873 masterpiece Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Op.
56a—also known as the Haydn Variations or Variations on the St.
Anthony Chorale—features a consistently gentle melody that unfolds while giving each variation its own character.
It’s a perfect piece for a leisurely weekend morning.
With its slightly noble tone, it also pairs nicely with breakfast listening.
Be sure to give it a try.
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.