Music is the soul of ballet—it guides every plié, every jeté, and every emotional crescendo. Whether you’re warming up at the barre or rehearsing a contemporary piece, the right soundtrack can transform your routine into magic. In 2025, ballet soundtracks blend timeless classics with fresh, innovative compositions. Here are the top 10 ballet soundtracks to inspire your dance journey this year.
1. "The Seasons" – Alexei Ratmansky (2024)
A modern reimagining of Glazunov’s score, Ratmansky’s The Seasons is a burst of energy. Its playful rhythms and lush orchestration make it perfect for allegro combinations and character work.
2. "Swan Lake Reborn" – Isobel Waller-Bridge (2025)
Waller-Bridge’s haunting electronic reinterpretation of Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece adds a futuristic edge. Ideal for contemporary ballet or avant-garde choreography.
3. "Carmen.IA" – AI-ssembly Collective (2025)
This AI-composed twist on Bizet’s Carmen merges flamenco beats with synth waves. Use it for fiery port de bras or dramatic solos.
4. "Giselle: Echoes of the Forest" – Hildur Guðnadóttir (2024)
Guðnadóttir’s ethereal cello-driven score redefines the Wilis’ ghostly scenes. A must for lyrical adagio or atmospheric improvisation.
5. "Rite of Spring 2.0" – Flying Lotus x Stravinsky Estate (2025)
Jazz, tribal percussion, and digital glitches revive Stravinsky’s primal energy. Perfect for bold, grounded movement or experimental workshops.
6. "Coppélia: Neon Dreams" – Arca (2024)
Arca’s hyperpop remix of Delibes’ classic turns doll mechanics into a cybernetic fantasy. Great for petit allegro with a twist.
7. "Sleeping Beauty: Lullaby & Storm" – Max Richter (2025)
Richter’s minimalist take on Tchaikovsky balances delicate harp motifs with thunderous climaxes. Try it for grand pas de deux drills.
8. "Afternoon of a Faun: Remixed" – Kelsey Lu & Nils Frahm (2024)
Debussy’s iconic piece gets a dreamy, ambient overhaul. Ideal for floorwork or fluid rond de jambe sequences.
9. "Firebird: Phoenix Edition" – Jessie Montgomery (2025)
Montgomery’s vibrant strings and percussion amplify Stravinsky’s folkloric roots. Use it for explosive jumps or storytelling choreography.
10. "Boléro 2085" – Rina Sawayama (2025)
Sawayama’s pulsating pop-orchestral version of Ravel’s Boléro builds to a euphoric climax. A killer choice for endurance barre or finale pieces.
From AI collaborations to genre-defying recompositions, 2025’s ballet soundtracks prove that tradition and innovation can dance hand in hand. Which one will you add to your playlist? Turn up the volume and let the music move you.
