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Dragon Age Holiday Songs

The holiday season is upon us! So, I thought I’d make a post with links to the Dragon Age holiday songs I’ve recorded. I hope you’ll enjoy them! 

A Toast to All Fereldans - a Satinalia carol Silent Night, Satina’s Night - a Satinalia carol Denerim Carol - a Satinalia carol and lullaby The Visiting Song - A First Day carol Harvest Home - a traditional song for Funalis

[musicofthedas]

Just in time for Satinalia and other winter holidays!

[ladyarrowhead]

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Goal for next year? Definetly redoing this with better equipment and in a better condition. But oh well, I have one of those view confident moments where I actually post something, so let us roll with it!

Lyrics

I don’t need their advice and suffer from men’s worlds curse

I don’t need their support for truths build from twisted words

I don’t need any of their faked pity

I just belong to me

  I will rebuild castles, restore what has broken down

I will walk on proudly, my armour will be my gown

Who cares if they will disagree?

I just belong to me

  And if they are laughing, I’ll just laugh with them

in shadows I know so much more

they push me to the ground, surprised when in suspense

I’ll rise like I have done before

  They label me “barren”, they think I might be “too wild”

but why all the worry for a country’s a queen’s true child

In a world of false sympathy

I just belong to me

  I don’t want to defend myself for the breaths I take

I won’t bend to those who have made so much more mistakes

For life’s more than an Orlesian party

I just belong to me

  If you want to change me, I’ll just push you back

I’ll stand my own ground just right here

If you will betray me, then I will attack

For I do have nothing to fear

  I do have seen wonders, I have felt warm lips and scorns

I’ve bloomed here with my smiles, I’ve hurt you with my own thorns

Words and lies won’t break me, my conscience remains free

For I belong to me!

To me!

[aedancousland]

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Herald of Andraste; or, The Inquisitor’s Anthem, authored by Sister Nightingale, popularised by the masses, and interpreted here by the Bard of Harper’s Ford. /confetti 

[evermorelore]

A masterpost for each Music of Thedas fanmix I made.

Antiva: The leather on your skin is as soft as butter, and the wine in your cup is the best one can find in all of Thedas. The bartender is whispering sweet nothings to a woman beside you, while she caresses his waist… Or is she picking his pocket? As you look down at the bar, a crude carving of a crow stares back at you as a warning. Welcome to Antiva.

Orlais: You’ve managed to get yourself into one of the most extravagant parties you’ve ever seen - though you’re told parties like this happen all the time here in Orlais. As you look around the room, you’re met with hundreds of masked nobles and great murals that span the walls and even the ceiling. There’s even an orchestra, despite there being a group of bards nearby. Everyone raises their glasses, thanking the Empress for her kind and generous rule.

Elvhenan: “Before the fall of Arlathan, even before Arlathan itself, the civilization of the elves stretched across all of Thedas like a great, indolent cat.” A great many ruins can be found in Thedas that show the greatness that Elves once were. You sit on a collapsed column, overrun by the forest, and try to imagine what the place was like back then. Surely they danced. You know for a fact they frolicked through the forest. When you finally catch your breath, you decide to do some frolicking yourself.

Par Vollen: The only way you’ll ever see the shores of Par Vollen is if you’re born there. The mysterious isle across the Northern Passage is home to the vast Qunari, and they don’t take kindly to outsiders. Despite their harsh exteriors, they are always pleased to help a wondering soul find their place within the Qun. What will your role be?

Ferelden: The smell of wet dog fills your nose, and the crisp air bites at your fingers as you walk through muddy streets to get to your inn. Your home for the night is filled with many travelers and locals alike, and the music is calm compared to that of Orlais or Antiva. The stories of the Wardens are entertaining to be sure, but you find yourself more interested in the stories of mabari war hounds and their inspiring loyalty. Perhaps during your travels you’ll find one to accompany you.

Nevarra: The sweat drips off your brow as you walk the Imperial Highway through the Silent Plains. You think you’ve never seen so much sand in your life, and praise the gods when Nevarra City can be seen on the horizon. Tombs litter the land, and while they are a sight to behold, you have an uneasy stomach seeing so many grave markers. Once you arrive in the capital, you hear folk speak of the Pentaghast Dragon Slayers, though you can scarcely imagine such great beasts ever roaming Thedas.

Tevinter Imperium: Magic sizzles in the air of Tevinter, and you aren’t sure whether that’s a good sign. This land has stood the test of time, and its history is around every corner. The soldiers patrol the streets in dark armor and the nobles walk in equally dark, albeit more expensive, dress and you find an attractive comparison of their clothing to the architecture of the Imperium itself.

Rivain: The warm waters of Rivain wash over your feet as you look towards the setting sun. Then, the smell of well cooked food fills your senses and you decide to wander into town to find the source. There are as many Elves and Qunari as there are humans here, and you enjoy the sight of harmony between these cultures. Many of the humans have elegant tattoos painted over their bodies and you think that perhaps you’ll get yourself a decoration before you leave.

The Thaigs: You find yourself in awe of the Kingdom the dwarves have created. The houses and shops are carefully carves out of stone, and the source of light are the large lakes of lava that pool all over the kingdom. There are whispers of untouched riches in long abandoned Thaigs, but you know the darkspawn have long since claimed the Deep Roads as their own. Perhaps it’s better if you find a nice tavern to drink in, after all, you’ve heard the drinks are unlike any other.

Free Marches: The fresh, hot, air of the Marches reflects the nature of her cities. However, the cities seem to be celebrating something called the Grand Tourney with no regard to the heat. Many participants are trying their hand in the Tourney, hoping to be crowned Champion of the Games. You’ve heard that many a champion has risen from these free cities and you wonder if you might run into them.

Anderfels: Sweat drips down your spine, and you wonder what gods cursed this land to be so hot. With it’s harsh climate, and ever present Darkspawn, it’s no surprise that the legendary warriors known as the Grey Wardens formed here. The streets are not as lively as the many other kingdoms of Thedas and what grand landmarks you see usually belong to the Wardens. You are curious to know if these Wardens are hiding the last griffon… Only one way to find out.

Seheron: Seheron’s history is as dense as its jungles, which is saying quite a lot after the journey you’ve taken to get here. However, you’re more interested in the tales of heroes and griffons that originate here, rather than what the Tevinters and Qunari get up to. The whispers of Fog Warriors peaks your interest, as it is said they can best even the strongest of Qunari. You decide that you will seek out these warriors, even knowing that they will only show themselves if they wish to be found.

[musicofthedas]

A nice, aural tour of Thedas. Props!

[ladyarrowhead]

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"Don’t you dare to lament, child, what happened to us we have to endure.” One more step into progress ;) I have often thought of recording German Dragon Age fan songs and while this is but a somewhat bumpy start, it is a start after all I hope it’s not too terrible and you enjoy this a tiny bit :)

(Also if you want the way better original song with awesome music here you go)

[musicofthedas]

A song from the Anderfels, interpreted by (Frieda) Morgentau!

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-Overheard at a wayhouse on the road south from Amaranthine, where a secretive traveler sang for a hot meal and a place to rest her head.-

[aedancousland]

Fount of Every Blessing, Andrastian verse

An Andrastean song of praise, as interpreted by shadoedseptmbr​.

[heretherebdragons]

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Picture a smoky night club, many ages after the end of the Dragon Age. The lights are down, until a spotlight illuminates a lone performer on stage: a dark haired woman, her pale skin lightly dusted with freckles, her mouth painted cherry red. The accompaniment begins, and the woman begins to work her magic on the crowd. 

This song was written and recorded to accompany Defira’s wonderful Noir story (WiP), “A Dead Man’s Vengeance,” and is sung by her gorgeous Elissa Cousland. New lyrics and vocals by me, backing track by IMP.

*****

Fever

Never know how much I love you Never know how much I care When you put your arms around me I get a fever that’s so hard to bear You give me fever When you kiss me Fever when you hold me tight Fever In the morning Fever all through the night Sun lights up the day time Moon lights up the night I light up when you call my name And you know I’m gonna treat you right I’ll give you you fever With my kisses Fever when you hold me tight Fever Like the taint That crawls across the land in a Blight Everybody’s got the fever That is somethin’ you all know Fever isn’t such a new thing Fever started long ago Alindra loved a soldier But her daddy sent him off to war Alindra cried when she learned he’d died And she didn’t want to live no more He gave her fever With his kisses Burning like a star in the sky Fever The heavens took her Alindra and her love now shine bright Flemeth and a bard named Osen Had a very mad affair When her husband tried to kill him She said, “Conobar, now don’t you dare! "He gives me fever With his kisses Fever like a demon’s desire Fever If you hurt him, I will light this castle on fire!” Now you’ve listened to my story Here’s the point that I have made: There is no escape from fever Whether you’re awake or in the Fade Fever When you kiss me Fever if you live and learn Fever Till you sizzle What a lovely way to burn What a lovely way to burn What a lovely way to burn

*****

If you like torch songs, and would like to hear “Elissa” sing another one, my cover of “Someone to Watch Over Me” can be found here. There is also a master list of all my Dragon Age songs here. 

[aedancousland]

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The Incarnate Sword [x], by Sister Nightingale, in praise of the Hero of Ferelden, interpreted here by Alleyn Tyrnoc

[musicofthedas]

The Incarnate Sword | Alleyn Tyrnoc

Another solemn warden anthem, though, unlike Ayesleigh, it is written specifically in celebration of the one who lived.

[atomicpen]

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With the help of his cousin (who may or might not have been the Bard of Harper’s Ford), Sebastian, newly-made Prince of Starkhaven, eventually found the courage to share the loss he felt when Igraine vanished the night he meant to tell her he couldn’t wed any other, the taint in her blood be damned.

[musicofthedas]

Reworking of Irish trad to suit the love and loss of Sebastian Vael, for an AU.

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While doing the character meme for Liadan last night, and remembering her with Isabela, I could not for the life of me get the image of her learning ridiculous songs about foiled sea captains out of my head. She’d do it just to make Isabela grin, in the awkward mid-stage in-game where the fling has happened, feelings have been mentioned, but resolution has in no way been reached. Insert drunken harmonies into the refrains as desired. 

anyway, This…happened. A part of me wants to do this for other characters of mine who can sing (there are several), but then I remember that Dolours is a soprano. And that this is ridiculous. 

[faejilly]

paging aedancousland and musicofthedas 

(also this is just lovely <3)

[musicofthedas]

Hearty thanks for the tip, Jilly !

Maid on the Shore by Liadan Hawke

[dragonageconfessions]

CONFESSION: I wanna write a love song about Dragon Age. Not about a character or a particular LI, just about the Dragon Age games

[musicofthedas]

There is a place in this corner of the interwebs where one would be encouraged to do so. 

[aedancousland]

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Bella mia da la muntagna. Another sultry Antivan love song, for two voices.

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(via x)

Malukah did it again…

[musicofthedas]

A lovely rendition!

[heretherebdragons]

A Lark in Ferelden - Songs of Thedas

I thought it was about time I updated my master list of Dragon Age songs I’ve recorded, so here it is!

Songs that accompany chapters of Unshaken by the Darkness 

Book One: Bonny Alamar (Chapter 27) - a traditional Fereldan folk song Fereldan Dirge (Chapter 41) - sung at King Maric’s funeral Through the Denerim Fair (Chapter 47) - a traditional Fereldan folk song Harvest Home (Chapter 52) - a traditional Fereldan song for Funalis Rose Red (Chapter 68) - a traditional Fereldan folk song

Book Two: Spirits (Chapter 14) - a traditional folk song about Andraste

Dragon Age Holiday Songs

A Toast to All Fereldans - a Satinalia carol Silent Night, Satina’s Night - a Satinalia carol Denerim Carol - a Satinalia carol and lullaby The Visiting Song - A First Day carol Harvest Home - a traditional song for Funalis

Other Songs of Thedas

Aveline the Brave - an original ballad based on the story of Aveline of legend Bonny Lynne - my setting of the nursery rhyme from Haven Lake of Calenhad - a traditional Fereldan folksong First Day They Come - my setting of Hespith’s chant in the Deep Trenches Spirits (Andraste version) - a song about Andraste’s martyrdom at the hands of the Tevinter Imperium In Uthenera - my cover of the elvhen ballad

Songs about the Dragon Age universe (think, “Dragon Age, the Musical,” rather than songs that would actually be sung in Thedas)

I Dreamed a Dream - a Cousland sings about how her life has changed since becoming a Grey Warden Wishing I Could be Enough for Him - a recording of one of the songs from Defira85’s “Phantom of the Gallows” Empty Stairs and Empty Courtyards - an Anders song for CypherofTyr Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again - an Abrill Cousland song for Miliat

Covers not related to Dragon Age

Someone to Watch Over Me - torch song cover Silent Night, Holy Night - Christmas carol Coventry Carol - Christmas carol

Most of these can be downloaded (for personal use only) here. <3 <3 <3

[musicofthedas]

A masterlist of songs from the Summer Lark, many of which have already been featured.

[aedancousland]

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In a Garden So Green. A fine example of the lesser known love ballads out of Starkhaven, written and always performed in the region's thick brogue.

[ladyarrowhead]

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This is a VERY late birthday present for asolitaryrose :) Marion, I hope you will enjoy this at least a tiny bit and forgive me the few off-key parts!!! Lyrics:

Darkspawn roaring, Orleasians at the borders

not a spark of hope to be seen

a kingdom in desperation

but at least now...I’m the queen

just few allies within the ranks

in Ferelden’s hearts rests the blight

and voices speak of defeat

say: “At least we’ve tried.”

  As I am here, I will stand strong

gowns and armour

My blossoms turn to thorns

now is the time to turn the tide

to our side

  I will rule

I’ll prevail

with my lead we will not fail

Saving home

from the blight

as we stand all side by side

Never fear

We’ve had it worse and now I’m here

As my reign moves on

the crowds will cheer “Long Live The Queen”!

We will not reach for glory

survival’s our goal

as I lead you into battle

our enemies will fall

My task ahead, my mind is sharp

just let them come, this is not Ostagar

we’ve lost our king, we have been scared

but now we are prepared      

  I will rule

I’ll prevail

my enemies faces go pale

I will rule

I will reign

Ferelden won’t be the same

Sword in hand and united we all stand

as my reign goes on…

Her mothers looks, her father’s brains

I heard it all

Just Cailan’s wife, a barren girl

you think words’ll be my fall?

I’ll protect this kingdom with all my heart and might

bring peace, serve my people

that is a Queen’s delight

Victory, Victory

here we stand in the throne hall

we are free, we are free

the Dragon Age has just begun

doubts now crack and Eamon will just see my back

as my reign goes on

the crowds now cheer “Long Live The Queen”