Emma the Bard

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Original Highland folk and modern folk storytelling songs from Emma the Bard — music about courage, community, and the people who stand when others need them most. Tribute songs. Fantasy-touched tales. Folk with meaning. Welcome to the Glen. I write original lyrics inspired by Scottish storytelling traditions and bring them to life through Hearthlight Studios, where music, story, and visual craft meet. Here you’ll find: • Highland-inspired folk songs • modern folk ballads with heart • story-driven fantasy pieces • tribute songs honouring firefighters, paramedics, police, carers, and those who serve • music rooted in resilience, hope, and shared ground Support the Glen on Ko-fi: tips help keep the kettle on Explore more from the Glen at hearthlight.uk ko-fi.com/emmathebard Stories with soul. Music that stands for something. 🎻✨ If you’ve found your way here, you’re welcome to stay a while. 🕯️

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an extra chair at the hearth

an extra chair at the hearth Emma the Bard

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the suns a wee bit tipsy

the suns a wee bit tipsy Emma the Bard

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One Step, Then Home/ A song for descisions

One Step, Then Home/ A song for descisions Emma the Bard

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Dust on the Rafters — A Foot Stomping Tavern Reel After a Long Day’s Work

Dust on the Rafters — A Foot Stomping Tavern Reel After a Long Day’s Work Emma the Bard

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there's a light left on for you

there's a light left on for you Emma the Bard

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Come Find the Glen | A Lively Highland Tavern Reel

Come Find the Glen | A Lively Highland Tavern Reel Emma the Bard

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Begin Again Softly — When the Week Was Too Much

Begin Again Softly — When the Week Was Too Much Emma the Bard

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The Weather’s Had a Dram | A Storm Walked Into The Tipsy Sheep

The Weather’s Had a Dram | A Storm Walked Into The Tipsy Sheep Emma the Bard

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A Cup Before You Ask | A Song for the Little Kindnesses

A Cup Before You Ask | A Song for the Little Kindnesses Emma the Bard

63 views - 4 weeks ago

The Cooper’s Curse | One Cask More!

The Cooper’s Curse | One Cask More! Emma the Bard

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Aye, You’re Ours (The Song of Chosen Kin)

Aye, You’re Ours (The Song of Chosen Kin) Emma the Bard

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sneeze into summer

sneeze into summer Emma the Bard

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come back to the glen

come back to the glen Emma the Bard

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four casks for the loudest stomp

four casks for the loudest stomp Emma the Bard

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the ones who kept us going

the ones who kept us going Emma the Bard

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What’s in the Burn? (We Didn’t Stay to Find Out)

What’s in the Burn? (We Didn’t Stay to Find Out) Emma the Bard

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Shoulder to the Stone | A Quiet Song for Carrying On

Shoulder to the Stone | A Quiet Song for Carrying On Emma the Bard

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Corvin Said It Was Safe — Sing If You’re Still Standing

Corvin Said It Was Safe — Sing If You’re Still Standing Emma the Bard

179 views - 2 months ago

Emma the Bard ch 1 "The night the door knocked back!"

Emma the Bard ch 1 "The night the door knocked back!" Emma the Bard

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We've the same way to go

We've the same way to go Emma the Bard

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I'm a Highland girl

I'm a Highland girl Emma the Bard

241 views - 2 months ago

The day set right

The day set right Emma the Bard

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The long way round

The long way round Emma the Bard

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You Can Feel It Today

You Can Feel It Today Emma the Bard

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A light in the dark

A light in the dark Emma the Bard

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Ivan and the Tiny Terror

Ivan and the Tiny Terror Emma the Bard

157 views - 2 months ago

Come to the Table | A Warm Tavern Song of Welcome & Community

Come to the Table | A Warm Tavern Song of Welcome & Community Emma the Bard

36 views - 2 months ago

Rain at the Tavern Door | A Cozy Hour by the Hearth in the Rain

Rain at the Tavern Door | A Cozy Hour by the Hearth in the Rain Emma the Bard

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Turn the Soil | A Highland Work Shanty from the Glen

Turn the Soil | A Highland Work Shanty from the Glen Emma the Bard

52 views - 3 months ago

A Chair by the Fire Tonight | The Cosiest Song in the Glen This Week 🔥

A Chair by the Fire Tonight | The Cosiest Song in the Glen This Week 🔥 Emma the Bard

42 views - 3 months ago

They Tried to Catch the Sea… Here’s What Happened”

They Tried to Catch the Sea… Here’s What Happened” Emma the Bard

45 views - 3 months ago

Come Sit a While | I Saved You a Seat by the Fire

Come Sit a While | I Saved You a Seat by the Fire Emma the Bard

53 views - 3 months ago

You Hear It Too… Don’t You? | The Silent Stones

You Hear It Too… Don’t You? | The Silent Stones Emma the Bard

69 views - 3 months ago

A Sheep Outdrank the Blacksmith?! 🍺 | The Tipsy Sheep (Tavern Folk Song)

A Sheep Outdrank the Blacksmith?! 🍺 | The Tipsy Sheep (Tavern Folk Song) Emma the Bard

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The Pedlar That Broke Half the Glen | A Lively Tavern Tale

The Pedlar That Broke Half the Glen | A Lively Tavern Tale Emma the Bard

76 views - 3 months ago

Hearthlight Evening| Emma the Bard’s Cozy Tavern Ambience for Study & D&D

Hearthlight Evening| Emma the Bard’s Cozy Tavern Ambience for Study & D&D Emma the Bard

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The Quiet Road Home | A Hearth Song for Those Who Carry the Night

The Quiet Road Home | A Hearth Song for Those Who Carry the Night Emma the Bard

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Boots in the Hearthlight | Warm Highland Folk Song – Emma the Bard

Boots in the Hearthlight | Warm Highland Folk Song – Emma the Bard Emma the Bard

111 views - 3 months ago

Boots on the Table… and It Got Rowdy | Tavern Song

Boots on the Table… and It Got Rowdy | Tavern Song Emma the Bard

212 views - 3 months ago

Hold the Lantern High 🕯️ | A Tribute to Police Officers

Hold the Lantern High 🕯️ | A Tribute to Police Officers Emma the Bard

52 views - 3 months ago

Pull Up a Chair – A Cup for the Weary | Emma the Bard

Pull Up a Chair – A Cup for the Weary | Emma the Bard Emma the Bard

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The Miller’s Heavy Wheel 🍺 Highland Tavern Song | Emma the Bard

The Miller’s Heavy Wheel 🍺 Highland Tavern Song | Emma the Bard Emma the Bard

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Steel and Barley | A Highland Tavern Anthem of Sword & Song

Steel and Barley | A Highland Tavern Anthem of Sword & Song Emma the Bard

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The Long Night Calls | Highland Bardcore Guard Song

The Long Night Calls | Highland Bardcore Guard Song Emma the Bard

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Fill the Cup – A Highland Tavern Song | Emma the Bard

Fill the Cup – A Highland Tavern Song | Emma the Bard Emma the Bard

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Unbroken_A highland Battle Hymn

Unbroken_A highland Battle Hymn Emma the Bard

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Highland Whispers

Highland Whispers Emma the Bard

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The Wild Haggis Was Real (According to Scottish Folklore)

The Wild Haggis Was Real (According to Scottish Folklore) Emma the Bard

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Crownless King – A Bard’s Song of Love, Exile & Lost Thrones

Crownless King – A Bard’s Song of Love, Exile & Lost Thrones Emma the Bard

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Songs Shared by Firelight | Cozy Tavern Folk Song (Emma the Bard)

Songs Shared by Firelight | Cozy Tavern Folk Song (Emma the Bard) Emma the Bard

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When the Sirens Fade | A Firefighter’s Song of Loss & Hope – Emma the Bard

When the Sirens Fade | A Firefighter’s Song of Loss & Hope – Emma the Bard Emma the Bard

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Dawn at the Gate | Epic Bardcore Battle Ballad | Fantasy Highland Music

Dawn at the Gate | Epic Bardcore Battle Ballad | Fantasy Highland Music Emma the Bard

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Crowned by the Dawn | Emma the Bard | Epic Bardcore Battle Ballad

Crowned by the Dawn | Emma the Bard | Epic Bardcore Battle Ballad Emma the Bard

247 views - 5 months ago

Guardian of the Glen | Bardcore Highland Ballad | Emma the Bard

Guardian of the Glen | Bardcore Highland Ballad | Emma the Bard Emma the Bard

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Echoes of the Hearth | Cozy Fantasy Tavern Music by Emma the Bard

Echoes of the Hearth | Cozy Fantasy Tavern Music by Emma the Bard Emma the Bard

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Highland Echoes – A Scottish Bard’s Call

Highland Echoes – A Scottish Bard’s Call Emma the Bard

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Hark the pipes Emma the Bard

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highland storm Emma the Bard

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the weight they carry

the weight they carry Emma the Bard

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unrequited hope

unrequited hope Emma the Bard

80 views - 5 months ago