Mozart: An Introduction to His Signature and Popular Works
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, who had a profound impact on classical music.
He began composing at the age of five, displayed his talents from an early age by performing before European royalty, and left behind more than 800 works during his 35-year life.
He also produced masterpieces in every musical genre of his time and excelled not only as a composer but also as a conductor, pianist, organist, and violinist, earning him the title of a musical genius.
In this article, we introduce some of Mozart’s signature and most popular pieces.
Please enjoy his music—melodies that are catchy and familiar, yet of high quality and imbued with a charm that defies simple description.
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[Mozart] Introducing Representative and Popular Works (71–80)
Overture from the opera “The Marriage of Figaro”Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
An opera composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart based on a satirical play by the French dramatist Beaumarchais.
It is an opera buffa in an overture and four acts, and in Japan the overture in particular is widely used in commercials, so even people who don’t usually pay attention to or listen to classical music have likely heard it.
Its dynamics, which truly embody the essence of the orchestra, offer a sense of power that’s hard to experience in other musical genres.
It’s a grand yet beautiful classical number that makes the brilliance of the orchestra easy to appreciate.
Fantasia for Mechanical Organ, K. 608Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
It may come as a surprise to think of Mozart having written organ music.
This piece is a fantasia for a mechanical organ—not played by a performer, but composed for a machine that automatically plays pre-programmed music, like a music box, powered by a spring or hand crank.
It is said to have been commissioned by an aristocratic art collector.
That in itself is quite fascinating.
While the music bears Mozart’s unmistakable touch, it is crafted to suit the organ, showcasing his remarkable talent.
Piano Sonata No. 11 in A major, Op. 311, Third Movement “Turkish March”Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
When it comes to the masterpieces of classical music genius Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, this piece is indispensable.
It is actually the third movement of the Piano Sonata No.
11, but it is a popular work often performed on its own.
The left-hand accompaniment, modeled after a Turkish military band, is distinctive, giving it a brilliant and valiant character.
It is said to have been composed in 1783, the centennial year of the Siege of Vienna.
Though it is a demanding piece that requires both technique and stamina, the sense of accomplishment when you finish is exceptional.
Master this famous work with style and showcase the fruits of your practice to the fullest at your recital!
[Mozart] Introducing representative and popular pieces (81–90)
Overture to the opera ‘The Marriage of Figaro’Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
This is the overture from the opera that Mozart composed in 1786, based on a satirical play written in 1778 by the French playwright Beaumarchais.
Centered on the events surrounding the wedding of Figaro, a servant to a nobleman, the work harshly criticized the aristocracy and was consequently banned from performance multiple times.
It remains one of the masterpieces in which you can fully enjoy Mozart’s brilliant music.
Fantasy in C minorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart
He is one of the composers representing Classical music, born in Austria.
Among his fantasies, this piece is unusual for Mozart—who typically favors major progressions—in that it is written in a minor progression.
Its comfortable tempo is very soothing, making it perfect for bedtime, among other times.
Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor, K. 466: II. RomanceWolfgang Amadeus Mozart
The commercial for Nescafé Coffee Blessing Green Coffee Tea featuring Shoko Nakagawa, Ayako Imoto, and Sayaka Nakamura.
The piece playing in this stylish tea party-themed ad is the second movement, “Romance,” from Piano Concerto No.
20 in D minor, K.
466.
Composed by the famous Austrian musician Mozart, the concerto’s second movement is renowned for its beautiful melody.
Its elegant and refined tune perfectly matches the impression of an afternoon tea, leaving a memorable impression.
It makes the women appear even more beautiful and the coffee look even more delicious.
Symphony No. 25 in G minor, K.183 – 1st movementWolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Amazon Prime Video’s hugely popular docuseries The Bachelor Japan follows roughly twenty single women as they use every trick in the book to compete for an attractive, highly accomplished single man.
In the gender-reversed spin-off, The Bachelorette Japan, the commercial uses Mozart’s Symphony No.
25 in G minor, K.183 – First Movement.
The urgent, almost menacing string melody perfectly matches the men fiercely battling for the bachelorette.
Thanks in part to Mozart’s stirring music, it instantly makes you think, “I want to watch this!”