The Best Classical Music Playlists on YouTube

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YouTube has a lot to offer when it comes to classical music. If you’re looking for the best of the best, look no further than these 10 classical music playlists.

Introduction

Classical music is one of the most timeless and versatile genres of music. It can be relaxing, stimulating, emotional, and everything in between. Whether you’re looking for something to help you focus while you work or something to enjoy on a leisurely Sunday afternoon, there’s a classical playlist for you on YouTube.

In this article, we’ll share some of the best classical music playlists on YouTube, ranging from traditional symphonies to modern piano pieces. Whether you’re a seasoned classical music fan or just getting started, we hope you’ll find something to enjoy in these playlists.

The Best of Bach

There are literally hundreds of great Bach pieces, so it’s hard to narrow things down to just a few, but here are some of our favorites:

-Prelude and Fugue No. 1 in C Major: BWV 846
-Toccata and Fugue in D Minor: BWV 565
-The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude and Fugue No. 1 in C Major, BWV 846
-The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Prelude and Fugue No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 847
-Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G Major, BWV 1048
-Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: Air on the G String

The Best of Beethoven

There are few greater pleasures in life than listening to a beautifully crafted piece of classical music. But with so much great music out there, where do you start?

If you’re looking for the best of Beethoven, we’ve got you covered. From his famous Symphony No. 5 to the lovely “Moonlight” Sonata, these are some of the German composer’s most beloved works.

So sit back, relax, and enjoy some of the greatest classical music ever composed.

The Best of Chopin

There are few classical music pieces as well-known or as popular as Frederic Chopin’s Minute Waltz. Even if you’re not a classical music fan, you’ve probably heard this piece played at some point in your life.

The Minute Waltz is one of Chopin’s most famous compositions, and it’s often used in pop culture. It was featured in the movie The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, for example, and it was also used in an episode of the popular TV show The Simpsons.

If you’re looking for a great classical music playlist on YouTube, we recommend checking out The Best of Chopin. This playlist features some of Chopin’s most famous pieces, including the Minute Waltz, as well as other classical favorites.

The Best of Mozart

There are quite a few YouTube channels that specialize in nothing but classical music, and they’re a great resource if you’re looking for some new music to listen to. Here are a few of our favorites.

The Best of Mozart is a channel that specializes in, you guessed it, the music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The channel has over 200 videos, all of them featuring pieces by Mozart. You’ll find everything from his famous works like Symphony No. 40 and Eine kleine Nachtmusik to lesser known pieces like his Masonic Funeral Music and his study in C minor, K. 550.

If you’re looking for something a little more modern, check out The Best Classical Music Playlist on YouTube. This channel features classical pieces from the Romantic era up through the present day. You’ll find everything from Brahms and Tchaikovsky to John Adams and Philip Glass. And if you want something truly modern, check out the Playlist Edits series, which features pieces that have been adapted for use in popular culture, like the piece that was used in the film Interstellar or the piece that was used in the TV showBreaking Bad.

And if you want to explore classical music from different cultures, check out Global Classical Music. This channel features classical music from all over the world, including India, China, Japan, and Africa. You’ll find everything from traditional pieces like “Aloha Oe” to contemporary pieces like “Ngoma Ludovico Einaudi: Africa Express.”

The Best of Tchaikovsky

If you’re a fan of Tchaikovsky’s music, then you’ll love this playlist. It includes some of his most famous and well-loved pieces, including Swan Lake, The Nutcracker Suite, and his 1812 Overture.

The Best of Vivaldi

There are so many great pieces of classical music out there, it can be hard to decide what to listen to. If you’re in the mood for some Vivaldi, we’ve got you covered. Here are some of the best Vivaldi pieces and where to find them on YouTube.

The Four Seasons: Spring – From The Four Seasons, this is one of Vivaldi’s most well-known pieces. You can find it performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra here.

The Four Seasons: Winter – Also from The Four Seasons, this piece is full of energy and perfect for a snowy day. You can find it performed by the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra here.

Concerto for Violin and Strings in E Minor – This is a beautiful, emotional piece that will leave you feeling deeply moved. You can find it performed by Joshua Bell and the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields here.

The Best of Wagner

Wagner is one of the most controversial and influential composers in the history of Western music. His operas, particularly The Ring Cycle, changed the landscape of opera forever and his music continues to inspire and divide audiences to this day.

If you’re looking for the best Wagner has to offer, look no further than this playlist. It includes some of his best-known pieces, like “Ride of the Valkyries” and “Prelude to Act III of Lohengrin,” as well as lesser-known gems like “Siegfried’s Funeral Music” and “Wotan’s Farewell.” No matter your feelings on Wagner, there’s no denying that he was a master composer and this playlist is a great introduction to his work.

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