The Name of the Wind

Book Playlist

The Name of the Wind Playlist

by Patrick Rothfuss

16 tracks

balanced

May 7, 2026

4 mixes for this book

This playlist captures the epic, mystical, and intimate journey of Kvothe in "The Name of the Wind." The instrumental tracks blend folk, classical, and ambient styles to reflect the rich fantasy setting and introspective moments, while the vocal songs explore the character's emotional depth, his struggles, and the enchanting world he inhabits. A diverse mix that moves from mystery and magic to heartache and courage, mirroring the book's layered narrative.

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Track List

16 songs

1

Inspirit

Julianna Barwick · Healing Is A Miracle

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2

Earnestly Yours (feat. Ren Ford)

Keaton Henson · Romantic Works

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3

The Luminous Path

Helios_Nebula · Quantum Heart

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4

Dusk

Gidge · Autumn Bells

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5

Become Ocean

John Luther Adams · John Luther Adams: Become Ocean

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6

Familiar

Agnes Obel · Citizen of Glass

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7

Forest Hymn

Deep Forest · World Mix

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8

Wayfaring Stranger

The LineWalkers - A Tribute to Johnny Cash · Peace in the Valley

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9

The Curse - Instrumental Version

Josh Ritter · The Hollars (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

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10

The One That Got Away

The Civil Wars · The Civil Wars

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11

Snow

Lisa Hannigan · At Swim

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12

Sophie

Bear's Den · Without/Within

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13

Be the Song

Foy Vance · Be the Song

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14

Oats In The Water

Ben Howard · The Burgh Island EP

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15

Thus Always To Tyrants

The Oh Hellos · Dear Wormwood

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16

Matcha Cookies

Luminary Flux · Spell She Cast

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