RAG Music - Ranking Pyotr Tc...ng [2026] Pyotr Tchaikovsky Popular Song Rankings [2026] Pyotr Tchaikovsky, who also composed the classic ballet pieces Swan Lake and The Nutcracker.
His musicality is still loved by many classical music enthusiasts today.
This time, we’ll introduce a ranked list of his popular works, so please take this opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of Pyotr Tchaikovsky.
Table of Contents Pyotr Tchaikovsky Popular Song Rankings [2026] String Quartet No. 1, Movement II: Andante cantabile Pyotr Tchaikovsky Waltz of the Flowers Pyotr Tchaikovsky Six Pieces, Op. 51: No. 6, “Valse Sentimentale” Pyotr Tchaikovsky Sentimental Waltz Pyotr Tchaikovsky Overture “1812” Pyotr Tchaikovsky Babayaga Op. 39-20 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Six Pieces: “Nocturnes” Pyotr Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat minor, Op. 23 Pyotr Tchaikovsky “The Four Seasons” – 12 Character Pieces, Op. 37a: October, “Autumn Song” Pyotr Tchaikovsky “The Seasons” – 12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 37bis: October “Autumn Song” Pyotr Tchaikovsky String Serenade Pyotr Tchaikovsky String Quartet No. 1, Movement II Pyotr Tchaikovsky “The Seasons” – 12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 37b-6: June ‘Barcarolle’ Pyotr Tchaikovsky “The Four Seasons” — From 12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 37bis: “February: Carnival” Pyotr Tchaikovsky Waltz of the Flowers from The Nutcracker Pyotr Tchaikovsky “Waltz of the Flowers” from the ballet The Nutcracker Pyotr Tchaikovsky Scene from the ballet music Swan Lake Pyotr Tchaikovsky Children’s Album, Op. 39, No. 16: “Old French Song” Pyotr Tchaikovsky Andante cantabile Pyotr Tchaikovsky Capriccio Italien, Op. 45 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Tchaikovsky: Polonaise from the opera Eugene Onegin, Op. 24 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Dumka in C minor, Op. 59 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Miniature Overture from The Nutcracker (ballet music) Pyotr Tchaikovsky Overture “1812” Pyotr Tchaikovsky Dance of the Reed Flutes (from The Nutcracker) Pyotr Tchaikovsky The Nutcracker Pyotr Tchaikovsky “Four Seasons” – 12 Character Depictions: December “Christmas” Pyotr Tchaikovsky “The Seasons” – 12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 37bis: June “Barcarolle” Pyotr Tchaikovsky “December – Christmas” from “The Four Seasons” Pyotr Tchaikovsky “Four Seasons” — 12 Character Sketches, November “Troika” Pyotr Tchaikovsky Waltz of the Flowers (from The Nutcracker) Pyotr Tchaikovsky “Sweet Dreams” Op. 39, No. 21 from Children’s Album Pyotr Tchaikovsky From ‘Children’s Album’ – ‘Baba-Yaga’ Op. 39 No. 20 in E minor Pyotr Tchaikovsky The Nutcracker “Trepak” Pyotr Tchaikovsky March from The Nutcracker Pyotr Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35 – First Movement Pyotr Tchaikovsky Dance of the Reed Flutes from The Nutcracker (ballet) Pyotr Tchaikovsky Waltz of the Flowers from The Nutcracker (ballet music) Pyotr Tchaikovsky Variations on a Rococo Theme in A major, Op. 33 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 6 “Pathétique” Pyotr Tchaikovsky Album for the Young, Op. 39, No. 8: Waltz Pyotr Tchaikovsky String Quartet No. 1 in D major, Op. 11 – II. Andante cantabile Pyotr Tchaikovsky Galanthus (snowdrop) Pyotr Tchaikovsky Swan Lake · Opening 20a · TH219: Russian Dance Pyotr Tchaikovsky Festive Overture ‘1812’ Pyotr Tchaikovsky Suite “The Nutcracker,” Op. 71a, No. 3: “Dance of the Sugar-Plum Fairy” Pyotr Tchaikovsky Suite “The Nutcracker,” Op. 71a, No. 3: “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” Pyotr Tchaikovsky Suite “The Nutcracker,” Op. 71a, No. 8: Waltz of the Flowers Pyotr Tchaikovsky 18 Pieces, Op. 72: No. 5, ‘Meditation’ Pyotr Tchaikovsky June Pyotr Tchaikovsky Swan Lake Pyotr Tchaikovsky Waltz of the Flowers Pyotr Tchaikovsky The Nutcracker, No. 3: Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy Pyotr Tchaikovsky Meditation, from Memories of a Beloved Place, Op. 42 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Polonaise from Eugene Onegin, Op. 24 Pyotr Tchaikovsky The Queen of Spades, Op. 68 Pyotr Tchaikovsky “The Seasons” 12 Characteristic Pieces: November “Troika Ride,” Op. 37b Pyotr Tchaikovsky “Barcarolle” from The Four Seasons: 12 Character Pieces, June, Op. 37b Pyotr Tchaikovsky “The Seasons” – 12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 37bis: November “Troika” Pyotr Tchaikovsky Waltz of the Flowers from The Nutcracker Pyotr Tchaikovsky Slavonic March, Op. 31 Pyotr Tchaikovsky The Nutcracker Ballet Suite: Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy Pyotr Tchaikovsky “Chinese Dance” from The Nutcracker ballet music Pyotr Tchaikovsky March from The Nutcracker (ballet) Pyotr Tchaikovsky Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy from The Nutcracker (ballet music) Pyotr Tchaikovsky Waltz from the ballet music Swan Lake Pyotr Tchaikovsky Overture from the ballet The Sleeping Beauty Pyotr Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1, Op. 23 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat minor, First Movement Pyotr Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 2 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Piano Suite “The Seasons” June: Barcarolle Pyotr Tchaikovsky Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Romance Pyotr Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 6 in B minor, Op. 74 “Pathétique” Pyotr Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 1 “Winter Daydreams” Pyotr Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 4, Op. 36 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5, Op. 64 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5, Second Movement Pyotr Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 6 “Pathétique,” Op. 74 Pyotr Tchaikovsky From ‘The Seasons’ Op. 37b: October — ‘Autumn Song’ (character piece) Pyotr Tchaikovsky Children’s Album: 24 Easy Pieces, Op. 39 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Fantasia Overture “The Tempest,” Op. 18 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Fantasy Overture “Romeo and Juliet” Pyotr Tchaikovsky String Sextet in D minor, Op. 70 “Souvenir de Florence” Pyotr Tchaikovsky String Quartet No. 1, Op. 11 Pyotr Tchaikovsky String Quartet No. 1 in D major, Op. 11 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Melancholy Serenade Pyotr Tchaikovsky Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, No. 3 from The Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a Pyotr Tchaikovsky Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom, Op. 41 Pyotr Tchaikovsky Boat Song Pyotr Tchaikovsky “The Four Seasons” – 12 Characteristic Sketches, Op. 37bis: June “Barcarolle” Pyotr Tchaikovsky Once Upon a Dream Pyotr Tchaikovsky, Jack Lawrence, Sammy Fain Ballet Suite “The Nutcracker” Pyotr Tchaikovsky No. 7 “Dance of the Reed Flutes” from the Suite “The Nutcracker” Pyotr Tchaikovsky Trepak from The Nutcracker Pyotr Tchaikovsky The Nutcracker, No. 8: Waltz of the Flowers, Op. 71a Pyotr Tchaikovsky Ballet music Swan Lake, Op. 20 — Act II: Scene Pyotr Tchaikovsky Trepak from The Nutcracker ballet music Pyotr Tchaikovsky play_arrow Play in playlistPyotr Tchaikovsky Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (21–30) Dumka in C minor, Op. 59 Pyotr Tchaikovsky 22rank/position This is a piano work by Pyotr Tchaikovsky that conjures up the vast Russian countryside.
Composed in February 1886, it adopts a form whose title in Ukrainian means “a novel in thoughts.” It opens quietly with a deeply plaintive melody, but in the middle section it suddenly turns passionate, like a folk dance, with emotions bursting forth.
In the end, however, it returns to silence and closes with a sound even more resigned than at the opening.
Interweaving sorrow with festive joy, this piece is one to hear when you want to linger in a sentimental mood while also savoring a dramatic unfolding.
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Miniature Overture from The Nutcracker (ballet music) Pyotr Tchaikovsky 23rank/position As the opening of the ballet The Nutcracker, this “Miniature” Overture is, true to its name, an utterly charming piece.
Cellos and double basses never appear, and the low-register woodwinds and brass sit out as well.
Scored only for middle- and high-register instruments, it’s a somewhat unusual work.
The Nutcracker tells the story of a girl who receives a nutcracker on Christmas Eve and journeys through a dream world with it.
The Miniature Overture is well known as the opener of the orchestral suite that arranges the ballet’s music for concert performance.
Since the story is set at Christmas, orchestras often perform it during the holiday season—so why not consider attending a concert?
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Overture “1812” Pyotr Tchaikovsky 24rank/position It is the Overture 1812 composed by Pyotr Tchaikovsky.
Written in 1880 as a concert overture, its title “1812” refers to the year of Napoleon’s invasion of Russia.
In contrast to the brilliant, light strings and woodwinds, the powerful, robust unisons and harmonies of the trumpets that appear throughout make this a strikingly impressive work.
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Dance of the Reed Flutes (from The Nutcracker) Pyotr Tchaikovsky 25rank/position This is a commercial that humorously showcases how astonishingly powerful the new iPhone—also available from SoftBank—is through comedic reactions.
The moment the Shirato family hears how powerful it is, they’re stunned and get blown backward endlessly, creating a distinctive world that conveys the impact.
The bold visuals are paired with the piece “Dance of the Mirlitons” from The Nutcracker.
With its light, gentle high tones, the music evokes a relaxed sense of fun.
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The Nutcracker Pyotr Tchaikovsky 26rank/position Hiroshi Abe appears as a music teacher conducting while the students sing.
They perform a famous passage from Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker, singing “Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky” set to the melody.
The lyrics then continue with “Cutie Mobile Otokudashi,” invoking the name of a fictitious musician.
It’s a humorous touch that makes for a memorable commercial highlighting the value of QT Mobile.
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“Four Seasons” – 12 Character Depictions: December “Christmas” Pyotr Tchaikovsky 27rank/position Composed in 1875, The Seasons is a piano suite of twelve pieces depicting the characteristics of each month.
This work elevates the atmosphere of Russia’s traditional Christmas season into an urbane, refined, and elegant waltz.
Its lilting main theme in A-flat major vividly conveys both winter scenery and the warmth of Christmas.
It is recommended for those interested in classical music or seeking pieces rich in seasonal flavor.
Enjoy this heartwarming work, which showcases Tchaikovsky’s delicate sensibilities and exceptional compositional craft.
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“The Seasons” – 12 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 37bis: June “Barcarolle” Pyotr Tchaikovsky 28rank/position Composed by Pyotr Tchaikovsky, The Seasons, Op.
37b portrays a year in Russia through twelve short pieces.
Among them, the June piece, Barcarolle, is especially beloved.
Many works bear the title “Barcarolle,” but Tchaikovsky’s stands out for its melancholy, wistful atmosphere.
Its touching melody evokes a sense of someone rowing absentmindedly to calm their heart, hinting at an unspoken backstory.
As you perform, keep a lateral flow in mind, and use tempo fluctuations and dynamic contrasts skillfully to express the music’s shifting emotions.
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