Antonín Dvořák Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Cello Concerto, Movement IIIAntonín Dvořák57rank/position

Xenia Jankovic plays Dvorak Cello Concerto 3rd mvt part1

Cello Concerto, Third Movement: Allegro moderato (moderately fast).

It features a rhythm reminiscent of Bohemian folk dances and a melody in the style of African American spirituals, conveying a dark yet powerful feel.

Performed by Serbian cellist Xenia Jankovic, conducted by Jansug Kakhidze, with the Budapest Symphony Orchestra.

Humoresque (Humoresky), Op. 101, B. 187, No. 7 in G-flat majorAntonín Dvořák58rank/position

Violin version of a legendary piano classic! [Dvořák–Kreisler: Humoresque]

It was in 1894 that a masterpiece by Antonín Dvořák—one of the Czech Republic’s proud Romantic-era composers—came into being.

While incorporating elements of Czech folk music, Dvořák achieved international acclaim.

Carrying impressions from his stay in America, he completed this work during a summer holiday in his native Bohemia; it is characterized by its lively rhythms and accessible melodies.

It is said that Dvořák’s hobby as a railway enthusiast is reflected in the opening rhythm, which evokes the motion of a train.

Blending familiarity with a touch of melancholy, the piece has become a heartwarming favorite often used at weddings and other ceremonies.

Symphony No. 9 in E minor, Op. 95, From the New World, Second Movement “Going Home”Antonín Dvořák59rank/position

Dvořák Symphony No. 9 From the New World, Second Movement (Goin’ Home) John Barbirolli

The McDonald’s rice burger commercial features Knights’ Hanawa, along with Mari Natsuki and Kokoro Terada.

The ad, which depicts a warm parent–child exchange, uses the piece “Symphony No.

9 in E minor, Op.

95 ‘From the New World,’ II.

‘Goin’ Home.’” This is a song in which the American composer William Arms Fisher arranged and added lyrics to the main theme of “Largo,” the second movement of Dvořák’s “New World Symphony.” The gentle melody perfectly suits the homely interaction and the slightly lonely nighttime atmosphere, leaving a memorable impression.

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Symphony No. 1, First MovementAntonín Dvořák60rank/position

Antonín Dvořák – Symphony No. 1 “Zlonické zvony”, Martin Mazánek, O.M

Antonín Dvořák is a composer who represents Czech Romantic music.

With a distinctive style rooted in folk music, he has captivated music lovers around the world.

This work is Dvořák’s first symphony, brimming with youthful passion.

The string theme that follows the introduction bears Dvořák’s characteristic melodic richness and rhythmic vitality, offering a glimpse of the seeds of his later masterpieces.

Composed between February and March of 1865, this piece provides a valuable glimpse into Dvořák’s emerging talent.

It is recommended for those interested in the depth of classical music and the developmental stages of a young genius.

Symphony No. 2 in B-flat major, Op. 4 — complete movementsAntonín Dvořák61rank/position

Dvořák: Symphony No. 2 in B-flat major, Op. 4 / Václav Neumann conducting the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, 1987

Composed in 1865 by the 24-year-old Antonín Dvořák and imbued with the feelings of his first love, this work is a grand symphony in four movements that brims with musical richness throughout.

Brimming with the passions and emotions of his youth, it showcases Dvořák’s gift as a melodic craftsman to the fullest.

Highlights include the beautifully nocturne-like second movement and the elegant, minuet-like third movement.

The premiere took place on March 11, 1888, performed in Prague by the National Theatre Orchestra.

This is a highly recommended piece for those who wish to understand Dvořák’s development and his inner emotional world.

Finale (4th Movement) from Symphony No. 5Antonín Dvořák62rank/position

Sinfonieorchester Basel & Kaspar Zehnder – A. Dvorak: Symphony No 5 F Major Op. 76: Finale

“From Symphony No.

5, Fourth Movement” Allegro molto (fast, very).

Premiered in Prague in 1879.

It opens with a weighty and majestic introduction in the lower registers.

The performance is by the Basel Symphony Orchestra, based in Basel, Switzerland, conducted by Kaspar Zehnder.

Symphony No. 6, Fourth MovementAntonín Dvořák63rank/position

Dvořák: Symphony no. 6, op. 60: IV. Finale. Allegro con spirito

From Symphony No.

6, Fourth Movement: Allegro con spirito (fast and lively).

This work was dedicated to Hans Richter, the Hungarian conductor who commissioned its composition.

Performed by the George Enescu Philharmonic, conducted by Alexander Walker.