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 (21–30)
dreamClaude Debussy
What we introduce here is a beautiful piano miniature by Claude Debussy from 1890, as if drifting through a dream.
It is characterized by a gently sweet melody and arpeggios that weave a fantastical atmosphere, inviting the listener into a pleasant doze.
Close your eyes quietly, and you can almost see a cool, serene scene—like dozing in the shade on a summer day.
The piece was later given lyrics by Larry Clinton and became a hit in 1938 as “My Reverie,” sung by artists including Bing Crosby.
It’s highly recommended for those seeking a musical experience that makes you forget the summer heat, or for times when you want to soak in a calm mood—you’re sure to have a lovely time listening.
Like a melodyJohannes Brahms
This work, set to a poem by Klaus Groth, a friend of Johannes Brahms, is characterized by a warmly embracing quality.
The wide intervals within the phrases and skillful modulations lend the piece delicacy and depth.
Its melody, deeply intertwined with the poem’s content, conveys an attempt to express emotions and thoughts beyond words through the power of music.
Beginning with broad, arpeggiated progressions and unfolding into long-breathed, beautiful melodic lines, this piece is recommended for those who wish to explore the deepest emotions of the heart through music.
Composed in 1886 and published in 1888, this song, written when Brahms was 53, has continued to be cherished by many performers and audiences.
Morning Classics | A selection of famous classical music pieces recommended for those who want to wake up feeling refreshed (31–40)
In the ForestAlbert Ketèlbey
How about a piano piece that conjures up a tranquil forest scene with shafts of sunlight filtering through the trees? This work by Albert Ketèlbey brings a sense of calm, as if you’re taking a deep breath in the woods.
The piano’s gentle melody seems to depict the whisper of the trees and the chirping of little birds.
Included in the piano collection “A Dream Picture,” it is sometimes described as “cute” for its charm.
Rosemary Tuck’s 1993 recording is also deeply moving.
In just three to four minutes, it distills the breath of nature.
It’s perfect for forgetting the heat, spending a quiet moment, or accompanying your reading.
Listen to this piece, and you’ll surely feel at peace.
The Symphonic Poem ‘The Moldau’Bedřich Smetana
This symphonic poem by the Czech composer Bedřich Smetana vividly portrays the majestic journey of a river through music.
It begins with the shimmering of two springs depicted by flute and clarinet, gradually swelling into a broad current that reflects the bustle of a peasant wedding and a fantastical scene of fairies dancing under the moonlight.
The river’s stately flow through the ancient city of Prague is so grand that it’s unforgettable after a single hearing.
A movement from the renowned symphonic cycle Má vlast, this work was composed in 1874 as Smetana was losing his hearing, and its beautiful melodies have captivated many listeners.
It has been widely cherished and used in films such as The Tree of Life.
It’s a perfect piece for those seeking a refreshing mood on a summer day or anyone who wants to immerse themselves in richly pictorial orchestral music.
The Carnival of the Animals, No. 13: The SwanCamille Saint-Saëns
A celebrated work by Camille Saint-Saëns, based on a melody from the suite Le Carnaval des animaux.
Originally conceived as one of the pieces in a suite intended as entertainment for Carnival in early 1886, it was the only movement the composer allowed to be published during his lifetime.
The flowing melody played by the cello evokes the elegant figure of a swan gliding over the water and conjures the dreamlike imagery of the legendary “swan song.” The ballet The Dying Swan, created by Anna Pavlova in 1905 to this music, is renowned worldwide, and figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu’s exhibition performance to the piece also moved many audiences.
This is a piece for those who want to immerse themselves in the beautiful tone of the cello—a sound that seems to make you forget the summer heat and refresh the spirit.
Symphonic Poem ‘The Sea’ — From Three Symphonic Sketches, I. From Dawn to Noon on the SeaClaude Debussy
A movement from Claude Debussy’s orchestral work that heralds the beginning of the day, evoking a scene of the glittering sea.
This piece paints, almost like a painting, the ocean’s transformation from the faint light of dawn to the dazzling midday sun, using the orchestra’s rich palette of colors.
Its delicate layers of sound leave listeners feeling cool and serene.
Though its first performance in October 1905 elicited a range of reactions, today it is cherished by many as one of Debussy’s masterpieces.
It’s a must-hear for anyone seeking refreshing music on a summer day or wishing to immerse themselves in beautiful melodies that spark the imagination.
Suite ‘Mirrors’: A Boat on the OceanClaude Debussy
How about a piano piece that carries a cool breeze on a summer afternoon? The opening movement of Claude Debussy’s Petite Suite for piano four hands offers a gentle, beautiful melody that evokes a small boat gliding gracefully across the water and sinks deep into the heart.
Sparkling light and the rippling of water seem to come into view, as if enjoying an Impressionist painting rendered in sound.
First performed in February 1889 in a piano four-hands rendition with the composer himself participating, the work is said to have been influenced by the poetry of Paul Verlaine.
It was later arranged for orchestra in 1907, which has its own distinct charm.
Rich in poetic atmosphere that helps you forget the heat, this piece is perfect for those who wish to enjoy music quietly or add a beautiful accent to everyday life.
The gentle resonance of the piano is sure to bring a most pleasant time.