Best classical music anime
45 anime about classical music, ranked by community score. Tags come from AniList voters; the percentage on each title page says how strongly the tag applies.
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4.2Your lie in April
TV · 2014 · 22 ep
Your lie in AprilShigatsu wa Kimi no UsoTV · 2014 · 22 ep4.2Piano prodigy Arima Kousei dominated the competition and all child musicians knew his name. But after his mother, who was also his instructor, passed away, he had a mental breakdown while performing at a recital. This resulted in him no…
3.5takt op.Destiny
TV · 2021 · 12 ep
takt op.DestinyTakt Op. DestinyTV · 2021 · 12 ep3.5Music is the light that illuminates people's hearts-- and that "light" was suddenly taken from the world. The world changed the night the black "Kuroya Meteorite" fell. Grotesque monsters known as D2 emerged from the meteorite and began to…
4.0Sound! Euphonium
TV · 2015 · 13 ep
Sound! EuphoniumHibike! EuphoniumTV · 2015 · 13 ep4.0Spring in the first year of high school. Kumiko, a member of the brass band in junior high school, visits the high school brass band club with classmates Hazuki and Sapphire. There, she comes across Reina, her former classmate from junior…
4.2Sound! Euphonium 2
TV · 2016 · 13 ep
Sound! Euphonium 2Hibike! Euphonium 2TV · 2016 · 13 ep4.2With another tournament fast approaching, Kumiko's band is doubling down on practice and discipline, leaving little time for sleep or other recreational activities. The redoubled practice schedule brings Kumiko and Reina closer together…
4.0Ascendance of a Bookworm Part 2
TV · 2020 · 12 ep
Ascendance of a Bookworm Part 2Honzuki no Gekokujou: Shisho ni Naru Tame ni wa Shudan wo Erandeiraremasen 2nd SeasonTV · 2020 · 12 ep4.0When Myne learns that the temple is in need of mana for their relics, she sees it as her chance to be cured of her life-threatening mana disorder. After seeing their bountiful library, she throws herself headfirst into the temple's grasp…
4.2Liz and the Blue Bird
Movie · 2018 · 1 ep
Liz and the Blue BirdLiz to Aoi ToriMovie · 2018 · 1 ep4.2Students and best friends Mizore Yoroizuka and Nozomi Kasaki prepare to play a complex musical duet, Liz and the Blue Bird , for oboe and flute. Though they play beautifully together and have been friends since childhood, Mizore and Nozomi…
4.0Nodame Cantabile
TV · 2007 · 23 ep
Nodame CantabileTV · 2007 · 23 ep4.0Shinichi Chiaki is a first class musician whose dream is to play among the elites in Europe. Coming from a distinguished family, he is an infamous perfectionist; not only is he highly critical of himself, but of others as well. The only…
3.5Forest of Piano
TV · 2018 · 12 ep
Forest of PianoPiano no Mori (TV)TV · 2018 · 12 ep3.5A tranquil tale about two boys from very different upbringings. On one hand you have Kai, born as the son of a prostitute, who's been playing the abandoned piano in the forest near his home ever since he was young. And on the other you…
4.3Sound! Euphonium 3
TV · 2024 · 13 ep
Sound! Euphonium 3Hibike! Euphonium 3TV · 2024 · 13 ep4.3Kumiko's third year finally begins! With the concert band at Kitauji High School over 90 members, Kumiko is now the president and does her best with her final high school club activities to try to win her long-desired gold at nationals…
3.9Sound! Euphonium: The Movie - Our Promise: A Brand New Day
Movie · 2019 · 1 ep
Sound! Euphonium: The Movie - Our Promise: A Brand New DayHibike! Euphonium Movie 3: Chikai no FinaleMovie · 2019 · 1 ep3.9The next piece begins! Kumiko is now in her second year at Kitauji High School, and with a new year comes new problems. As if making it to Nationals wasn't hard enough, Kumiko is tasked with mentoring the concert band's troublesome first…
3.8Your lie in April: Moments
OVA · 2015 · 1 ep
Your lie in April: MomentsShigatsu wa Kimi no Uso: MomentsOVA · 2015 · 1 ep3.8OVA bundled with the 11th Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso manga volume. The OVA focuses on Kousei, Emi and Takeshi when they were younger, showing their troubles during their competitions and the beginning of their rivalry. (Source: Shigatsu wa…
4.0Pompo: The Cinéphile
Movie · 2021 · 1 ep
Pompo: The CinéphileEiga Daisuki Pompo-sanMovie · 2021 · 1 ep4.0The manga depicts the craft of movie-making and revolves around Joelle Davidovich "Pompo" Pomponette, a talented movie producer who looks like a little girl. Operating out of the movie capital "Nyallywood," Pompo has been shooting one…Highest rated
4.3Sound! Euphonium 3
TV · 2024 · 13 ep
Sound! Euphonium 3Hibike! Euphonium 3TV · 2024 · 13 ep4.3Kumiko's third year finally begins! With the concert band at Kitauji High School over 90 members, Kumiko is now the president and does her best with her final high school club activities to try to win her long-desired gold at nationals… 4.2Your lie in April
TV · 2014 · 22 ep
Your lie in AprilShigatsu wa Kimi no UsoTV · 2014 · 22 ep4.2Piano prodigy Arima Kousei dominated the competition and all child musicians knew his name. But after his mother, who was also his instructor, passed away, he had a mental breakdown while performing at a recital. This resulted in him no… 4.2Sound! Euphonium 2
TV · 2016 · 13 ep
Sound! Euphonium 2Hibike! Euphonium 2TV · 2016 · 13 ep4.2With another tournament fast approaching, Kumiko's band is doubling down on practice and discipline, leaving little time for sleep or other recreational activities. The redoubled practice schedule brings Kumiko and Reina closer together… 4.2Liz and the Blue Bird
Movie · 2018 · 1 ep
Liz and the Blue BirdLiz to Aoi ToriMovie · 2018 · 1 ep4.2Students and best friends Mizore Yoroizuka and Nozomi Kasaki prepare to play a complex musical duet, Liz and the Blue Bird , for oboe and flute. Though they play beautifully together and have been friends since childhood, Mizore and Nozomi… 4.0Pompo: The Cinéphile
Movie · 2021 · 1 ep
Pompo: The CinéphileEiga Daisuki Pompo-sanMovie · 2021 · 1 ep4.0The manga depicts the craft of movie-making and revolves around Joelle Davidovich "Pompo" Pomponette, a talented movie producer who looks like a little girl. Operating out of the movie capital "Nyallywood," Pompo has been shooting one… 4.0Sound! Euphonium
TV · 2015 · 13 ep
Sound! EuphoniumHibike! EuphoniumTV · 2015 · 13 ep4.0Spring in the first year of high school. Kumiko, a member of the brass band in junior high school, visits the high school brass band club with classmates Hazuki and Sapphire. There, she comes across Reina, her former classmate from junior…
4.0Nodame Cantabile Finale
TV · 2010 · 11 ep
Nodame Cantabile FinaleTV · 2010 · 11 ep4.0The series continues the relationship between two aspiring classical musicians, Megumi "Nodame" Noda and Shinichi Chiaki, as students and after graduation. 4.0Ascendance of a Bookworm Part 2
TV · 2020 · 12 ep
Ascendance of a Bookworm Part 2Honzuki no Gekokujou: Shisho ni Naru Tame ni wa Shudan wo Erandeiraremasen 2nd SeasonTV · 2020 · 12 ep4.0When Myne learns that the temple is in need of mana for their relics, she sees it as her chance to be cured of her life-threatening mana disorder. After seeing their bountiful library, she throws herself headfirst into the temple's grasp… 4.0Nodame Cantabile
TV · 2007 · 23 ep
Nodame CantabileTV · 2007 · 23 ep4.0Shinichi Chiaki is a first class musician whose dream is to play among the elites in Europe. Coming from a distinguished family, he is an infamous perfectionist; not only is he highly critical of himself, but of others as well. The only…
3.9Nodame Cantabile: Paris-hen
TV · 2008 · 11 ep
Nodame Cantabile: Paris-henTV · 2008 · 11 ep3.9Having been given the opportunity to study in Paris, Noda accompanies Chiaki to Europe as he strives to become the accomplished conductor he always dreamt to be. (Source: Anime News Network)
3.9Sound! Euphonium: Ensemble Contest
Movie · 2023 · 1 ep
Sound! Euphonium: Ensemble ContestHibike! Euphonium: Ensemble Contest-henMovie · 2023 · 1 ep3.9Along with the summer brass band competition, the ensemble contest, commonly known as "Ancon," is a place where exciting performances are held. The performance of several people in one group has a charm different from that of a…
3.9Sound! Euphonium The Movie — May the melody reach you! —
Movie · 2017 · 1 ep
Sound! Euphonium The Movie — May the melody reach you! —Hibike! Euphonium Movie 2: Todoketai MelodyMovie · 2017 · 1 ep3.9A compilation film recapping the events from the second season of the anime television series. 3.9Sound! Euphonium: The Movie - Our Promise: A Brand New Day
Movie · 2019 · 1 ep
Sound! Euphonium: The Movie - Our Promise: A Brand New DayHibike! Euphonium Movie 3: Chikai no FinaleMovie · 2019 · 1 ep3.9The next piece begins! Kumiko is now in her second year at Kitauji High School, and with a new year comes new problems. As if making it to Nationals wasn't hard enough, Kumiko is tasked with mentoring the concert band's troublesome first…
3.9ef ~ A Tale of Melodies
TV · 2008 · 12 ep
ef ~ A Tale of Melodiesef: A Tale of Melodies.TV · 2008 · 12 ep3.9In a story set years in the past, Himura Yuu is a studious and diligent young man intent solely on maintaining his top academic position at Otowa Academy. One day, he meets a mysterious girl named Amamiya Yuuko, who, to his surprise…
3.8Detective Conan: Full Score of Fear
Movie · 2008 · 1 ep
Detective Conan: Full Score of FearMeitantei Conan Movie 12: Senritsu no Full ScoreMovie · 2008 · 1 ep3.8Serial murders involving all kinds have happened. All the victims are from a Music School led by a famous pianist. Conan and company have been invited to a opening concert of the Music Hall built by the pianist. The biggest attraction of… 3.8Your lie in April: Moments
OVA · 2015 · 1 ep
Your lie in April: MomentsShigatsu wa Kimi no Uso: MomentsOVA · 2015 · 1 ep3.8OVA bundled with the 11th Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso manga volume. The OVA focuses on Kousei, Emi and Takeshi when they were younger, showing their troubles during their competitions and the beginning of their rivalry. (Source: Shigatsu wa…
3.8Sound! Euphonium The Movie: Welcome to the Kitauji High School Concert Band
Movie · 2016 · 1 ep
Sound! Euphonium The Movie: Welcome to the Kitauji High School Concert BandHibike! Euphonium Movie 1: Kitauji Koukou Suisougaku-bu e YoukosoMovie · 2016 · 1 ep3.8After swearing off music due to an incident at the middle school regional concert band competition, euphonist Kumiko Oumae enters high school hoping for a fresh start. As fate would have it, she ends up being surrounded by people with an…
3.8Nodame Cantabile: Finale - Mine to Kiyora no Saikai
Special · 2010 · 1 ep
Nodame Cantabile: Finale - Mine to Kiyora no SaikaiSpecial · 2010 · 1 ep3.8DVD special episode taking place before Episode 1 of Finale that focuses on Miki Kiyora making it to the final round of a competition in Paris. (Source: Wiki)
3.7Sound! Euphonium: Ready, Set, Monaka
Special · 2015 · 1 ep
Sound! Euphonium: Ready, Set, MonakaHibike! Euphonium: Kakedasu MonakaSpecial · 2015 · 1 ep3.7The 10 members of the concert band club who failed Taki's audition form "Team Monaka" to support the club members participating in the Kyoto Concert Band competition. Even as they support the performers, they continue to hone their…
3.7Blue Orchestra Season 2
TV · 2025 · 21 ep
Blue Orchestra Season 2Ao no Orchestra Season 2TV · 2025 · 21 ep3.7After the seniors' retirement, the Orchestra Club begins preparing for the national competition with a new line-up focusing on the 2nd-years, as they struggle to achieve their ideal sound. (Source: ANIPLUS Asia)
3.6Piano no Mori
Movie · 2007 · 1 ep
Piano no MoriMovie · 2007 · 1 ep3.6Amamiya Shuuhei moves from Tokyo to the country side due to his grandmother's bad health. His father is a famous pianist and Shuuhei has taken strict piano lessons since he was very young, aspiring to follow in his footsteps. In school, he…
3.6Forest of Piano Season 2
TV · 2019 · 12 ep
Forest of Piano Season 2Piano no Mori (TV) 2nd SeasonTV · 2019 · 12 ep3.6With the start of the Chopin piano competition, Kai Ichinose, Shuuhei Amamiya, and many other hopeful musicians from around the world strive to reach the top. The stakes have never been higher, and the judges are rigorous when it comes to…
3.6Saishuu Gakushou Hibike! Euphonium: Zenpen
Movie · 2026 · 1 ep
Saishuu Gakushou Hibike! Euphonium: ZenpenMovie · 2026 · 1 ep3.6The music isn’t over yet! “Sound! Euphonium, The Final Movie” is coming in 2026!
3.6Nodame Cantabile Finale OVA
OVA · 2010 · 1 ep
Nodame Cantabile Finale OVAOVA · 2010 · 1 ep3.6An anime-original story written by Ninomiya Tomoko, this is an extra episode that falls between the end of Nodame Cantabile (Finale) and Nodame Cantabile Opera-hen. It's spring. Nodame is getting very close to graduating from the…
3.6Suite Precure♪
TV · 2011 · 48 ep
Suite Precure♪TV · 2011 · 48 ep3.6Kanon Town is filled with music. Hibiki Houjou and Kanade Minamino have grown up in this town and have known each other since they were children. However, they no longer get along. One day the fairy Hummy from the land of music, Major… 3.5Forest of Piano
TV · 2018 · 12 ep
Forest of PianoPiano no Mori (TV)TV · 2018 · 12 ep3.5A tranquil tale about two boys from very different upbringings. On one hand you have Kai, born as the son of a prostitute, who's been playing the abandoned piano in the forest near his home ever since he was young. And on the other you…
3.5Blue Orchestra
TV · 2023 · 24 ep
Blue OrchestraAo no OrchestraTV · 2023 · 24 ep3.5Prodigy violinist Aono rekindles his passion for violin after meeting Ritsuko Akine, and they enroll in Umimaku High School’s orchestra club. (Source: ANIPLUS Asia)
3.5Hibike! Euphonium 3: Extra Episodes
Special · 2024 · 6 ep
Hibike! Euphonium 3: Extra EpisodesSpecial · 2024 · 6 ep3.5A series of extra episodes that is included with each Hibike! Euphonium 3 Blu-ray/DVD volume. 3.5takt op.Destiny
TV · 2021 · 12 ep
takt op.DestinyTakt Op. DestinyTV · 2021 · 12 ep3.5Music is the light that illuminates people's hearts-- and that "light" was suddenly taken from the world. The world changed the night the black "Kuroya Meteorite" fell. Grotesque monsters known as D2 emerged from the meteorite and began to…
3.4La Corda D'Oro: Primo Passo
TV · 2006 · 25 ep
La Corda D'Oro: Primo PassoKiniro no Corda: Primo PassoTV · 2006 · 25 ep3.4Hino Kahoko is a student whose school is divided into two branches - the Normal Branch, in which students wear grey uniforms, and the Music Branch, in which the students wear white. The school's tradition is a music competition, but it it…
3.4La Corda D'Oro: Primo Passo - A Summer Encore
Special · 2007 · 1 ep
La Corda D'Oro: Primo Passo - A Summer EncoreKiniro no Corda: Primo Passo - Hitonatsu no EncoreSpecial · 2007 · 1 ep3.4Hino Kahoko goes to a summer training camp to play the violin with all the members who participated in the concours. Also known as "La Corda d'oro - Special Episode 26"
3.4Sound! Euphonium 2 Shorts
Special · 2016 · 7 ep
Sound! Euphonium 2 ShortsHibike! Euphonium 2 SpecialsSpecial · 2016 · 7 ep3.4Short specials included in the Blu-ray/DVD releases.
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3.3Gauche the Cellist
Movie · 1982 · 1 ep
Gauche the CellistCello Hiki no Gauche (1982)Movie · 1982 · 1 ep3.3The story concerns Gauche, a professional cellist. During rehearsals for a performance, he is scolded by the conductor because his playing is not good enough. His timing is off and he seems to have no "feel" for the music. Gauche returns…
3.3La Corda D'Oro: Secondo Passo
Special · 2009 · 2 ep
La Corda D'Oro: Secondo PassoKiniro no Corda: Secondo PassoSpecial · 2009 · 2 ep3.3The story continues after the intraschool music competition of the first game and anime series. The budding music student Kahoko meets the brusque boy Etō, the new youthful school board director Akihiko Kira, and the mysterious…
3.1Polyphonica
TV · 2007 · 12 ep
PolyphonicaShinkyoku Soukai PolyphonicaTV · 2007 · 12 ep3.1Phoron Tatara's no ordinary musician. As one of the rare Dantists who can summon elder spirits using music called Commandia, his gift is so strong that his spirit partner is none other than the infamous Corticarte Apa Lagranges. Sure, she…
3.1Hakubo
Movie · 2019 · 1 ep
HakuboMovie · 2019 · 1 ep3.1Koyama Sachi, a high school girl living in Iwaki City, Fukushima, has been deeply scarred by the Tohoku earthquake of 2011. Since it occurred, she's distanced herself from her friends and family, and shows no interest in people or romance…