The Phantom of the Opera West End soundtrack: A complete guide to the West End setlist

Sing for me! Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical, The Phantom of the Opera, is a masterclass in dramatic storytelling through song. With deeply haunting melodies at its core, the show has captivated audiences across the globe, cementing its place in entertainment and theater history.

Here's every song on The Phantom of the Opera West End soundtrack.

Prologue

The musical begins with an auction at the Paris Opera House, where various artifacts, like a monkey music box, are being sold. A significant item, Lot 666—a chandelier—sets the stage for a journey back in time to the opera's former grandeur.

Overture

As the chandelier ascends, the powerful overture transports the audience to the vibrant world of the opera house in its prime.

Hannibal Dress Rehearsal

Phantom features a show-within-a-show format. Like the unraveling of a Russian Doll, the show draws you into its story, beginning with a present-day auction, leading into an orchestral delight, followed by a dress rehearsal scene for the play Hannibal, starring prima donna soprano Carlotta.

Think of Me

A stage mishap causes Carlotta to storm off, and Christine steps in to replace her, delivering this beautiful aria and capturing the attention of the audience and her childhood friend, Raoul.

Angel of Music (Little Lotte / The Mirror)

Christine confides in her friend Meg about the mysterious Angel of Music tutoring her, a figure she believes to be the spirit of her late father. The dreamy sequence showcases her naivete and leads into Little Lotte, a romantic moment in which Christine and Raoul reconnect. The moment is underscored by something sinister, however, as a jealous Phantom reveals himself in The Mirror, luring Christina away into a reprise of Angel of Music.

The Phantom of the Opera

The Phantom leads Christine through the labyrinth beneath the opera house to his secret lair, singing this mesmerizing duet that delves into his obsession and her curiosity. One of the most recognized songs of all time, this duet is the epitome of theater, opera, drama, and passion.

The Music of the Night

In his lair, the Phantom reveals to Christine that she is his muse, overwhelming her. The tender track matches the Phantom's seeming gentleness for her as he serenades Christine with this enchanting ballad, urging her to embrace the allure of his darkness and the power of music.

I Remember/ Stranger Than You Dreamt It

Christine, having fainted, awakens to the sound of a monkey music box. She hears the Phantom composing at the organ and sneaks over to remove his mask, revealing his disfigured face. An enraged Phantom roars at her, before softening to reveal a desire to be loved.

Notes / Prima Donna

The opera managers, along with Raoul and Carlotta, strategize to keep their leading soprano from quitting, highlighting the behind-the-scenes politics of the opera world. Despite the seriousness of its theme, this song is a light-hearted tune that counters the darkness of the labyrinth beneath.

Why Have You Brought Me Here?

The Phantom, determined to replace Carlotta with Christine in his play, sabotages her, prompting Christine to confess his existence and obsession to Raoul, who believes it is all just a vivid dream, a fiction of her mind.

All I Ask of You

On the rooftop, Raoul and Christine profess their love for each other, promising to protect and cherish one another away from the Phantom's influence. A stark contrast to the Phantom's dark, sinister song, Raoul's is full of light, a promise of sincerity, yearning only to be in Christine's presence and asking for nothing in return. A tender moment, it is, once more, underscored by a pair of sinister eyes watching from the shadows.

Masquerade / Why So Silent?

Six months pass and the opera house hosts a grand masquerade ball, celebrating a period of peace and prosperity. The jubilant track comes to a screeching halt when the Phantom crashes the party with a new play - and an old demand.

Notes / Twisted in Every Way

Christine finds herself stuck between the Phantom's obsession and Raoul's love. Will she betray her mentor through the ruse of an opera, or will she succumb to his temptations?

Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again

Christine visits her father's grave, expressing her longing and seeking guidance in this poignant solo. A melancholic expression of Christine's inner turmoil, this is another tender number that provides reprieve amid the tension.

Wandering Child

Christine's melancholy is interrupted by the Phantom whose voice lures her once more, beckoning her to his side, nearly entrapping her before Raoul breaks the spell.

Don Juan Triumphant / The Point of No Return

During a performance of the Phantom's new play, Don Juan, he sneaks in as the titular character to perform an intense duet with Christine that blurs the lines between reality and performance. A moment of glory turns, however, to an unmasking in more ways than one.

Down Once More / Track Down This Murderer

In the climactic sequence, the Phantom captures Christine, leading to a dramatic confrontation that forces each character to confront their deepest fears and desires and make their final choice, ending the terror, once and for all.

These songs, among others, weave together a tale of passion, mystery, and unrequited love, making The Phantom of the Opera a timeless masterpiece in musical theater. Its true beauty lies in the ebb and flow of gentle melancholy and powerfully haunting terror. You feel what the characters feel, each melody designed to get under your skin and stay there long after you've awoken from the allure of the Music of the Night.