- Jerome Kern: Webber has praised Kern for his "melodic genius" and "extraordinary ability to write memorable tunes."
- Richard Rodgers: Webber has called Rodgers "the master of the American musical" and has said that his music is "incredibly clever and sophisticated."
- Stephen Sondheim: Webber has said that Sondheim is "one of the greatest songwriters of all time" and that his work has influenced him "enormously."
- Tim Rice: Webber's long-time collaborator Tim Rice has also had a significant influence on his music. Rice's lyrics have helped Webber to create some of his most memorable songs, including "Don't Cry for Me, Argentina" and "The Music of the Night."
Webber has also been influenced by a variety of other composers, including classical composers such as Mozart and Beethoven, as well as contemporary composers such as John Williams and Hans Zimmer.