On the Calculation of Volume Iv

Book Playlist

On the Calculation of Volume Iv Playlist

by Solvej Balle

21 tracks

balanced

Jul 26, 2026

This playlist mirrors the enigmatic and introspective tone of Solvej Balle's "On the Calculation of Volume IV," blending minimalist instrumentals with evocative vocals that explore themes of identity, displacement, and introspection. The instrumental tracks balance sparse modern classical and ambient textures reflecting the book's contemplative pace, while the vocal selections delve into nuanced emotional states and character complexities, offering a rich sonic backdrop for the book's layered narrative.

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Track List

21 songs

1

12 Études, Op. 10: No. 3 in E Major "Tristesse"

Frédéric Chopin · Chopin: Etüden

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2

The Arena

Lindsey Stirling · Brave Enough

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3

The Approaching Night

Philip Wesley · Dark Night of the Soul

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4

A Close Friend

James Newton Howard · Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

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5

Evensong

Safe Mode · Evensong

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6

Fragment

Limbo Slice · Fragment

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7

The Last Goodbye

ODESZA · The Last Goodbye

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8

Late

Nils Frahm · Old Friends New Friends

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9

The Blue Notebooks

Max Richter · The Blue Notebooks (15 Years)

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10

Time

Hans Zimmer · My take

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11

Big Jet Plane

Angus & Julia Stone · Down The Way

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12

Shadow of the Day

Icons of Alternative · Burn It Down - A Tribute to Linkin Park

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13

The Crane Wife 3

The Decemberists · Happy Folk Songs

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14

All We Ever Knew

The Head And The Heart · Signs of Light

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15

A Case of You

Joni Mitchell · 70s Acoustic

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16

Cherry Wine - Live

Hozier · Música Chill Para Cocinar

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17

Bloodbuzz Ohio

The National · Gasoline Rainbows

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18

Holocene

Bon Iver · Bon Iver, Bon Iver

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19

Slow Burn

Kacey Musgraves · Kiddie Folk Jams

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20

Heart's On Fire

Passenger · Heart's On Fire

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21

Wrong Tomorrow

Luminary Flux · Too Many Monsters in My Closet

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