BA Bard Songs
⚪ Last updated 2021⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #8 of 67 Audio mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
DESCRIPTION / INTRO
Welcome to Bad Ass Bard Songs!!! WHOOOOOOOOO!!!
This mod adds bard drum, flute, and lute instrumental songs to the taverns. It does not REPLACE them, it ADDS them and they play at RANDOM!
LATEST CHANGES
July 10th, 2021: Main File (v1. 3)
- Combined all three ESPFE's into a single ESPFE "AIO" mod (All In One).
- Now you have the option of having the AIO version, or three instruments individually (all ESPFE's, so no impact to your load order).
- Updated the FOMOD.
April 14th, 2021: Main File (v1. 2)
- Switched from WAV (1411 kbps) files to XWM (192kbps) files (WAY SMALLER!!). Many thanks to jn64 and modluv for the suggestion!! This is a great compression format, with a miniscule loss of quality!
- Fixed the mus_bardlute_01_05 song to the correct reference. It was a duplicate of mus_bardlute_01_04 song previously. Thank you jn64 for finding this!
March 28th, 2021: Main File (v1. 1)
- Switched over to a FOMOD
- Changed file format to 3 separate ESL files, to allow people to choose which instruments they wish to replace.
- Added FLUTE songs to the list!
March 20th, 2021: Main File (v1. 0)
- Initial Release
FILE INFORMATION
MAIN FILE: BA_BardSongs_FOMOD
There is one FOMOD for this, which contains all the files that you need:
BA_BardSongs_AIO.esp (ESPFE)
AIO Version that combines all three instruments into a single ESPFE. A total of 100 random instrumental songs!
REQUIREMENTS = Skyrim SE
BA_BardSongs_Drums.esp (ESPFE)
An ESPFE that contains 21 random drum solos, for a total of 24 with vanilla.
REQUIREMENTS = Skyrim SE
BA_BardSongs_Flutes.esp (ESPFE)
An ESPFE that contains 30 random flute solos, for a total of 36 with vanilla.
REQUIREMENTS = Skyrim SE
BA_BardSongs_Lutes.esp (ESPFE)
An ESPFE that contains 36 random lute solos, for a total of 40 with vanilla.
REQUIREMENTS = Skyrim SE
MOD DETAILS[
BA Bard Songs adds drum, flute, and lute instrumental tracks to taverns in Skyrim, playing randomly alongside the original bard songs. With over 14,000 endorsements and 4.1 million downloads, it's a popular audio enhancement for players seeking more variety in inns and taverns.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community favorite with 14,029 endorsements and 4.1 million downloads.
- Simple concept that works: more bard music variety without overhauling the game.
- Random playback keeps tavern visits fresh and unpredictable.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2021, so may not be compatible with the latest Skyrim updates or mods.
- Only adds instrumental tracks—no new vocals or full songs.
For Skyrim players who spend time in taverns and want more musical variety without replacing the original bard songs. Perfect for roleplayers and immersion seekers. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or full vocal tracks.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, install this mod through it to avoid manual file placement issues.
- Check your load order—this mod should be placed after any mods that alter tavern interiors or bard behavior.
- If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, ensure the mod version matches your game version to avoid crashes.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- Shiiholude
- Version
- 1.3
- Downloads
- 4,063,158
- Endorsements
- 14,029
- Category
- Audio
- Created
- 3/20/2021
- Updated
- 7/11/2021
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