Alan Menken’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

A Whole New World, from the movie AladdinAlan Menken50rank/position

“A Whole New World”- Sheet Music and Cover | Sax Duet Alto/Soprano

This song is from the movie Aladdin, and in performance it’s characterized by the slightly difficult high B-flat.

I think playing it with a tenor sax could be interesting, but matching pitch will make it a challenging performance, so why not practice it solo first? Try to play while envisioning a cool performance like jazz player Kenny G.

Arabian NightsAlan Menken51rank/position

Arabian Nights (Aladdin)

This is a famous Disney song that captivatingly expresses an exotic Middle Eastern worldview through music.

Composed by Alan Menken, it features a grand melody that evokes the mystique of Arabia and a spirit of adventure, instantly drawing the audience into the story’s world.

Premiering as the opening of the Disney film Aladdin in October 1992, it went on to win numerous music awards, including the Academy Awards and the Grammys.

It’s a track that not only shines when enjoyed with the film, but also sprinkles a bit of wonderful magic into everyday life when listened to simply as background music.

A Whole New WorldAlan Menken52rank/position

【Piano】Aladdin/A Whole New World/Disney/Piano cover/CANACANA

Disney’s Aladdin—recently remade as a live-action film—is probably familiar even to younger audiences.

“A Whole New World” is known as the theme song from Aladdin.

As for this piece’s difficulty, it feels suitable for beginners approaching the lower end of intermediate, rather than complete novices.

Depending on the sheet music, the difficulty can increase, but it still wouldn’t be considered particularly hard.

The performance in the video is challenging for absolute beginners, so if you’re going to work on it, choose a simpler arrangement.

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Ryo

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Colors of the WindAlan Menken53rank/position

Colors of the Wind (Pocahontas)

The 1995 film Pocahontas was created based on Pocahontas, a Native American woman who lived from the 15th to the 16th century.

Its theme song, Colors of the Wind, won the Academy Award for Best Original Song, a Grammy Award, and a Golden Globe.

It’s a sweeping ballad perfectly suited to Pocahontas, who lives freely in the great outdoors, and it questions the settlers expanding their territories.

Although the work has faced considerable criticism over racial issues and differing perspectives, I encourage you to watch it at least once.

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Hamada Takuya

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A Whole New World ~Aladdin~Alan Menken54rank/position

[Sheet Music Release] A Whole New World from Aladdin (Violin & Piano) “Beginner-Friendly Series”

The popular song from Disney’s Aladdin is the work of Alan Menken, an iconic figure of the Disney Renaissance.

Familiar with piano and violin from childhood, Menken was born and raised in New York in July 1949.

This piece portrays Aladdin and Jasmine riding a magic carpet and exploring a whole new world.

Filled with hopes for freedom and dreams, the two sing of limitless possibilities, inspiring courage in listeners.

As a practice piece for beginner violinists, this song strikes an excellent balance between a beautiful melody and rhythmic sections, making it ideal for developing technique.

Why not enjoy practicing it?

Pocahontas “Color of the Window”Alan Menken55rank/position

POCAHONTAS – COLORS OF THE WIND – EASY Piano Tutorial(Synthesia) [Top Anime Music]

The beautiful melodies delivered by Pocahontas invite us to reflect on our connection to nature and the way we live.

The melody stays within a single octave, creating a simple yet striking tune that incorporates elements of Native American music.

While the film won an Academy Award in 1995, its acclaim stems not only from its musicality but also from its gentle message about the importance of living in harmony with nature and fostering cross-cultural understanding.

Judy Kuhn’s vocals blend wonderfully with the sweeping, flowing lines of the music.

Its emotionally rich melody and universal themes offer a deeply moving experience—one that lets you feel the joy of playing the piano while resonating in your heart.

It’s a recommended piece for those who cherish kindness and wish to value harmony with nature and others.

Under the Sea from The Little MermaidAlan Menken56rank/position

Haruka Shimazaki gives a live saxophone performance of Disney songs, delivers a “god-tier” response to reporters’ unreasonable request — “Blast! The Music of Disney”

The theme song of the Disney film The Little Mermaid, “Under the Sea.” It’s the piece Haruka Shimazaki of AKB48 performed on the opening day of the Tokyo run of Blast!.

I hear she played saxophone in her middle school brass band.

Try practicing the lively rhythms in this piece.