Ever feel like selecting the right songs to learn is like stepping into a vast ocean with no compass? Totally get that feeling! It's like, where do you even start, right? Well, let's chat about it.
So, when you're just starting out as a classical singer, picking the right songs is key. It's kinda like building a house – you gotta start with a solid foundation. Just like a builder carefully chooses the right materials, we singers need to pick songs that match our current skill level and voice type.
Now, I've put together this list of 50 classical songs specifically for beginners, and let me tell you, I've really geeked out over it. I've thought about everything – from vocal range to difficulty level, even down to the lyrics and musical style. My goal? To make sure these songs not only provide a variety of classical styles but also fit your voice like a glove. Because hey, singing should feel awesome, not like squeezing into shoes that don't quite fit, right?
So, get ready to dive in and discover some gems that'll light up your singing journey. I've got your back every step of the way!
50 Classical songs for beginners - Sopranos
Au Clair de la Lune - Traditional French folk song
Simple Gifts - Joseph Brackett
Lullaby (Brahms' Wiegenlied) - Johannes Brahms
Minka - Traditional Russian folk song
Santa Lucia - Traditional Neapolitan song
All Through the Night - Traditional Welsh song
Fais dodo - Traditional French lullaby
Aloha 'Oe - Queen Liliʻuokalani
Morning Has Broken - Traditional Gaelic melody
Scarborough Fair - Traditional English ballad
Cuckoo (The Echo Song) - Thomas Arne
Oh, Susanna - Stephen Foster
The Water is Wide - Traditional Scottish folk song
Shenandoah - Traditional American folk song
The Minstrel Boy - Traditional Irish melody
Camptown Races - Stephen Foster
Clementine - Percy Montrose
Down by the Sally Gardens - Traditional Irish melody
Go Tell Aunt Rhody - Traditional American folk song
John Kanaka - Traditional Sea Shanty
Greensleeves - Traditional English folk song
Danny Boy - Traditional Irish melody
Simple Simon - Traditional English nursery rhyme
Early One Morning - Traditional English song
"low Gently, Sweet Afton - Jonathan E. Spilman
Drink to Me Only with Thine Eyes - Traditional English song
The Ash Grove - Traditional Welsh melody
The Lark in the Clear Air - Traditional Irish melody
Blow the Wind Southerly - Traditional English folk song
O Waly, Waly - Traditional English folk song
Simple Joys (from "Pippin") - Stephen Schwartz
Oh! Susanna - Stephen Foster
Wayfaring Stranger - Traditional American folk song
The Lonesome Road - Nathaniel Shilkret
The Last Rose of Summer - Thomas Moore
The Watermill - Ronald Binge
Cara Sposa (from "Rinaldo") - George Frideric Handel
Nymphs and Shepherds - Henry Purcell
Where the Bee Sucks (from "The Tempest") - Thomas Arne
The Plough Boy - Traditional English melody
Plaisir d'amour - Jean-Paul-Égide Martini
Voi che sapete (from "The Marriage of Figaro") - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
An die Musik - Franz Schubert
Nel cor più non mi sento - Giovanni Paisiello
Die Forelle - Franz Schubert
Oh! Had I Jubal's Lyre (from "Joshua") - George Frideric Handel
Che farò senza Euridice? (from "Orfeo ed Euridice") - Christoph Willibald Gluck
Sebben, crudele - Antonio Caldara
Batti, batti o bel Masetto (from "Don Giovanni") - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Se tu m'ami - Giovanni Battista Pergolesi
I really hope these 50 classical songs for beginners have sparked some inspiration for you! Bookmark this page so you can come back when you’re ready for more. Because they're not just a random list—they're little gems, perfect for helping you refine your technique and discover new things about your voice along the way. So, whether you're just starting out or looking to level up your skills, these songs are here to support you every step of the way.
Let's keep this momentum going and dive deeper into the magic of classical repertoire together!
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* Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog post is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional or medical advice. Singers and professional voice users should always consult with qualified professionals, such as singing teachers or medical practitioners before making any decisions or taking any actions related to their vocal health and wellbeing.
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