The Soundtrack of Your Favorite Shows: TV-Inspired Music for Flutists

What are you watching these days? The soundtracks of today’s top shows offer a wealth of inspiration for musicians, whether you’re binging Cobra Kai or eagerly awaiting each new episode of The White Lotus. We’ve curated a list of flute pieces that match the mood, themes, and iconic sounds of these TV hits. 

The White Lotus

Set in a lavish seaside resort with an undercurrent of tension, The White Lotus thrives on a hypnotic, exotic soundscape. Capture the show’s sense of luxury, nature, and mystery with these pieces:

• Birds of Paradise - Exotic and colorful, much like the tropical settings of The White Lotus.

• Whistle around the world - This book gathers tunes from over 50 countries around the world, including Thailand.   

• Undine - A modern retelling of a mermaid legend, this piece pairs beautifully with the show’s oceanfront backdrop.

• Three for Eight - Sandpiper Evoking the sounds of coastal birds, this trio feels right at home in the White Lotus universe.

• Deep Blue – A meditative piece that brings to mind the rolling waves of the sea. Shop here.  

• Asia – A collection of Eastern-inspired flute music, perfect for the show’s second season in Thailand.

Severance 

The eerie, minimalist music of Severance reflects the show’s themes of corporate control and fractured identity. These pieces evoke a similar unsettling atmosphere:

• Memory – A haunting exploration of shifting recollections and lost time. 

• Memorias – A reflective, introspective piece that captures the show’s psychological depth. 

Reacher

This action-packed series about an ex-military investigator demands bold, confident music with a sense of discipline and power.

• Gary Schocker Second Piccolo Sonata - A piece full of energy and command, much like the character of Jack Reacher.

• Prokofiev Flute Sonata - The first movement of Prokofiev’s Sonata for flute features a sharp, saccato military theme.

Cobra Kai

A perfect blend of 80s nostalgia and intense training sequences, Cobra Kai thrives on energetic, high-impact music.

• The Snake Charmer - Evokes the hypnotic and unpredictable energy of Cobra Kai’s dojo.

• 101 Movie Hits (Popular Arrangements) - Features the theme from The Karate Kid III, making it a great nod to the show’s roots.

Yellowjackets

This psychological thriller follows a stranded soccer team, mixing eerie folk horror with 90s nostalgia.

• Flight of the bumblebees - Fast, frantic, and buzzing with tension—perfect for the chaotic survival themes of Yellowjackets.

• Three-nine line - A dark and moody flute and piano piece that reflects the show’s psychological and physical struggles.

Invincible

This animated superhero series is as emotionally rich as it is action-packed. These pieces capture its epic battles and futuristic settings:

• Super Studies - A dynamic collection of études that challenge and empower flutists, just like a superhero origin story.

• Hatching Aliens - Sci-fi-inspired music with an extraterrestrial flair, fitting for Invincible’s space-faring storylines.

The Pitt

A medical drama with high stakes and emotional depth, The Pitt calls for introspective and expressive pieces.

• “Hospital stay” - A poignant piece that mirrors the emotional highs and lows of a hospital setting.

• Flexion - A contemporary composition full of tension and release, much like the show’s dramatic storylines.

• Wake Up Piccolo and Alarm clock - Playful yet jarring, this piccolo piece captures the chaos of hospital life.