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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!

Morning Classics | A selection of famous classical music pieces recommended for those who want to wake up feeling good (51–60)

Opera Carmen Act 2, Flower Song: “This flower that you threw to me”Georges Bizet

Carmen: “La fleur que tu m’avais jetée” (The Flower Song – Arr. for String Orchestra)
Opera Carmen Act 2, Flower Song: “This flower that you threw to me”Georges Bizet

When thinking of works that suit the morning, many people probably imagine string quartets or solo piano.

Of course, many such pieces do create a leisurely morning atmosphere, but opera holds its own as well.

That’s why I’d like to recommend “La fleur que tu m’avais jetée” (the Flower Song) from Act II of the opera Carmen.

It’s one of the many masterpieces from Carmen, unfolding with an exquisitely graceful melody.

If you want to spend a calm, unhurried morning, this is a must-listen.

Water MusicHenderu

Handel: Suite “Water Music”
Water MusicHenderu

A work in which majestic and resplendent orchestral melodies resound with beauty.

Composed by Handel for a boating party on the River Thames in July 1717, this piece musically depicts the gentle flow of the river.

The rich sonorities woven by a variety of instruments—such as horns, oboes, and strings—create an elegant, soothing atmosphere, like light shimmering on the water’s surface.

Even today, its universal appeal is evident in its use as the theme music for NHK-FM’s “Enjoying Early Music” and as the departure melody at Kyoto Station.

It is a recommended piece for tasks or study that require concentration, or whenever you wish to quietly calm your mind.

Album for the Young, Op. 68 No. 41 “Nordic Song”Robert Alexander Schumann

Robert Schumann’s masterpiece Album for the Young is a collection of 43 pieces in two parts, as the title suggests, written for children.

Many of the pieces are gentle and perfectly suited to mornings, but the one I especially recommend as morning BGM is No.

41, “Nordic Song,” from Album for the Young, Op.

68.

Its slightly wistful mood makes it a perfect fit for a dark, rainy morning.

Be sure to check it out.

In conclusion

How was it? We introduced some classical music that’s perfect for the morning—did you find any favorites? Classical music has a long history and includes many pieces that evoke the morning; some even have “morning” in the title. It’s said that listening to classical music can help reduce stress, so when you want to wake up feeling good, play your favorite classical pieces. It’s sure to help you study and work more efficiently. There are still many pieces we couldn’t cover here, but if you found something you liked, try exploring more works by the same composer. Since they’re by the same composer, you’ll likely find many pieces with a similar character!