[Classics] Famous waltzes: recommended popular pieces

Introducing a selection of famous waltzes all at once! From classic staples to lesser-known gems, we’ve picked a wide range.

The true charm of the waltz lies in its 3/4 time, doesn’t it? That distinctive meter creates such a romantic atmosphere.

Whether in major or minor keys, it’s captivating music.

This time, it’s a special feature on waltzes! You might even discover something like, “I didn’t know there was such a great piece!” We’ve selected pieces across various styles, so be sure to read to the end!

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[Classics] Famous waltzes: recommended popular pieces
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	The Waltzing CatLeroy Anderson		A masterpiece that depicts stylish music for cats
2	Romantic WaltzClaude Debussy		Debussy’s Chopin-style waltz
3	Serenade for Strings in C major, II. MovementPeter Ilyich Tchaikovsky		Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece, the splendid Serenade for Strings
4	Waltz = BalletÉric Satie		A romantic piece from Satie’s younger days
5	Je te veuxÉric Satie		Satie’s famous piece “Je te veux” is a love song.
6	In the style of BorodinMaurice Ravel		A Borodin-style waltz, a charming miniature
7	Drinking SongGiuseppe Verdi		A drinking song, a masterpiece that sings of love and life
8	Wedding Waltzsugiyama kouichi		Koichi Sugiyama-composed DQ masterpiece
9	Waltz from “Masquerade”Aram Khachaturian		Aram Khachaturian’s famous orchestral piece
10	Roses of the TropicsJohann Strauss II		The graceful tropical waltz composed by Strauss
11	Waltz for the MoonUematsu Nobuo		An inspiring waltz in video game music
12	St-ÉtienneJohann Burgmüller		Burgmüller’s “Graceful Etude”
13	Merry-Go-Round of LifeHisaishi Joe		The Wistful Melody of Howl’s Moving Castle
14	Waltz of the FlowersPeter Ilyich Tchaikovsky		Tchaikovsky’s famous piece “Waltz of the Flowers”
15	Eccentric WaltzCharles-Henry		An eccentric waltz that bridges jazz and classical music
16	In the style of Chabrier, M. 63Maurice Ravel		A homage piece to Chabrier by Ravel
17	Joy of LoveFritz Kreisler		A beloved masterpiece by Kreisler brimming with happiness
18	Chihiro’s WaltzHisaishi Joe		Spirited Away, Joe Hisaishi's Waltz
19	The Blue DanubeJohann Strauss II		Johann Strauss II’s Hymn to the Danube
20	Waltz from Sleeping BeautyPeter Ilyich Tchaikovsky		Sleeping Beauty, Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece
21	Waltz No. 7 in C-sharp minor, Op. 64 No. 2Frederic Chopin		Chopin’s crowning achievement: a masterpiece on a mazurka theme
22	Ripples of the DanubeIosif Ivanovici		An elegant musical piece depicting the flow of the Danube River
23	The Skaters’ WaltzÉmile Waldteufel		An elegant piece that captures the atmosphere of an ice skating rink
24	Cinderella and the Prince, Op. 102-1Sergei Prokofiev		A piece from the Cinderella piano suite
25	Waltz No. 15, Op. 39-15Johannes Brahms		Brahms’s waltz, a piece that stands out for its profound musicality
26	German-style waltzRobert Schumann		Carnaval: Schumann’s work infused with his feelings for Ernestine
27	Waltz “Voices of Spring”Johann Strauss II		The waltzes of Johann Strauss II that color the springtime of Vienna
28	A noble and sentimental waltzMaurice Ravel		Ravel’s famous impressionistic waltz
29	Waltz No. 9 in A-flat major, Op. 69 No. 1 “Farewell”Frederic Chopin		An elegant piece that depicts Chopin’s love and farewell
30	Gold and SilverFranz Lehár		Orchestral piece for the Gold and Silver Ball
31	Waltz Brillante, Op. 89 No. 4Johann Burgmüller		Burgmüller’s dazzling waltz piece
32	Waltz No. 14 in E minor, “Posthumous”Frederic Chopin		A charming piece by Chopin with a virtuosic main section and a sweet middle section.
33	Viennese TemperJohann Strauss II		Wedding Waltz for the Austrian Imperial Family
34	Waltz from “The Merry Widow”Franz Lehár		A charming waltz from a popular operetta
35	Waltz, Op. 65 No. 6Sergei Prokofiev		Characteristics of Prokofiev’s pieces for children
36	Waltz No. 10 in B Minor, Op. 69, No. 2Frederic Chopin		A beautiful waltz by Chopin, filled with melancholy.
37	Mary’s Golden Wedding AnniversaryJean Gabriel Marie		A masterpiece for a French composer's 50th wedding anniversary
38	Tales of the Vienna WoodsJohann Strauss II		Music of the Vienna Woods, a patriotic song resonating with the zither
39	Mephisto Waltz No. 1: “Dance at the Village Inn”Franz Liszt		Mephisto Waltz, a piece of rapturous ecstasy
40	Grand WaltzFrederic Chopin		Chopin’s waltzes: brilliant and deeply familiar.
41	schoolgirlÉmile Waldteufel		Waldteufel's representative Spanish-style waltz
42	Waltz No. 4 in F major “Kitten Waltz”Frederic Chopin		A Chopin waltz as sprightly as a kitten
43	Waltz No. 6 in D-flat major, Op. 64 No. 1 “Minute Waltz”Frederic Chopin		A rhythmic masterpiece that captures the mannerisms of a puppy.
44	Waltz No. 11 in G-flat major, Op. 70 No. 1Frederic Chopin		Chopin’s posthumous waltzes, with their distinctive musicality
45	Emperor WaltzJohann Strauss II		Emperor Wilhelm II’s Imperial Waltz
46	Beyond the billowing wavesJuventino Rosas		A bright waltz depicting the sea of Mexico
47	Swan Lake Act I: WaltzPeter Ilyich Tchaikovsky		The love story in the ballet Swan Lake
48	Waltz No. 6 in D-flat major, Op. 64 No. 1 “Minute Waltz”Frederic Chopin		An elegant piece that expresses the movements of a puppy