STORYTELLING SONGS TO TOUCH YOUR HEART
Amy Barnhart writes music that is heartfelt, honest, and deeply moving.
Her songs invite you to slow down, reconnect with your heart, and listen to the quiet wisdom within. Through stories of love, loss, healing, and transformation, her music offers a sense of connection, hope, and possibility.
If you’re longing to live more in tune with your heart and soul, to be kinder to yourself and others, and to embrace a more joyful and fulfilling life, her music is here to walk alongside you.
Her songs invite you to slow down, reconnect with your heart, and listen to the quiet wisdom within. Through stories of love, loss, healing, and transformation, her music offers a sense of connection, hope, and possibility.
If you’re longing to live more in tune with your heart and soul, to be kinder to yourself and others, and to embrace a more joyful and fulfilling life, her music is here to walk alongside you.
Musical Roots & Influences
Amy grew up singing along to Carole King, Simon and Garfunkel, The Beatles, and Ella Fitzgerald. Those early influences continue to shape her sound today, weaving through her evocative lyrics, soaring melodies, and expressive voice.
Her style blends elements of roots rock, folk, and soul, with a voice that carries both strength and vulnerability. There is a dynamic range in her music, from tender and intimate to powerful and uplifting, always grounded in emotional truth.
Her style blends elements of roots rock, folk, and soul, with a voice that carries both strength and vulnerability. There is a dynamic range in her music, from tender and intimate to powerful and uplifting, always grounded in emotional truth.
The Heart of Her Songwriting
Music has always been a place of refuge and understanding for Amy.
She has turned to it through some of life’s most painful experiences, using it as a way to process, to heal, and to find hope and new perspective.
She began songwriting later in life, at the age of 50, during a yoga retreat in Idyllwild, California. It was there that she wrote her first song, “We Shared Music,” in honor of her mother.
Her mother struggled with alcoholism, drugs, and toxic relationships, and passed away tragically at the age of 60. Yet even through the challenges of her childhood, some of Amy’s most cherished memories are rooted in music they shared together. Singing and harmonizing along to albums, and laughing while making up silly lyrics over spiked hot cocoa on a winter beach.
That experience opened the door to something deeper. A calling to write songs that hold both the pain and the beauty of life, and to offer that truth to others.
She has turned to it through some of life’s most painful experiences, using it as a way to process, to heal, and to find hope and new perspective.
She began songwriting later in life, at the age of 50, during a yoga retreat in Idyllwild, California. It was there that she wrote her first song, “We Shared Music,” in honor of her mother.
Her mother struggled with alcoholism, drugs, and toxic relationships, and passed away tragically at the age of 60. Yet even through the challenges of her childhood, some of Amy’s most cherished memories are rooted in music they shared together. Singing and harmonizing along to albums, and laughing while making up silly lyrics over spiked hot cocoa on a winter beach.
That experience opened the door to something deeper. A calling to write songs that hold both the pain and the beauty of life, and to offer that truth to others.
Finding Her Voice
Amy’s path into music hasn’t been linear.
She began performing later in life, stepping onto the stage with her cover band, Amy and The Unknown. It was a powerful chapter where she found her voice, her confidence, and her love of connecting with a live audience.
That experience became a bridge into her work as a songwriter and recording artist, where she began sharing her own stories and inner world through original music. And now, Amy's stepping up as producer and sound engineer to be able to release and share more of her music.
She began performing later in life, stepping onto the stage with her cover band, Amy and The Unknown. It was a powerful chapter where she found her voice, her confidence, and her love of connecting with a live audience.
That experience became a bridge into her work as a songwriter and recording artist, where she began sharing her own stories and inner world through original music. And now, Amy's stepping up as producer and sound engineer to be able to release and share more of her music.
Early performance video with her band, Amy and the Unknown
Here’s a glimpse into those early days on stage. This is where it all began.
What She’s Creating Now
As Amy approached her 60th birthday, the call to share her music grew stronger.
What began as a personal and creative exploration has become a deeper offering. A way to connect, to uplift, and to create meaningful impact through music.
Her debut releases reflect themes of transformation, resilience, and coming home to oneself. Her first single, “Dragonfly,” was inspired by the symbolic and spiritual meaning of this ancient, magical creature. A reminder of transformation, lightness, and the beauty of rising into a new chapter at exactly the right time.
Today, Amy continues to write, record, and share music that speaks to the heart, blending storytelling with soul and spirit.
What began as a personal and creative exploration has become a deeper offering. A way to connect, to uplift, and to create meaningful impact through music.
Her debut releases reflect themes of transformation, resilience, and coming home to oneself. Her first single, “Dragonfly,” was inspired by the symbolic and spiritual meaning of this ancient, magical creature. A reminder of transformation, lightness, and the beauty of rising into a new chapter at exactly the right time.
Today, Amy continues to write, record, and share music that speaks to the heart, blending storytelling with soul and spirit.
Stay Connected to the Music
If you feel a connection to Amy and her music, you’re warmly invited to join the HeartStrings community.
You’ll receive early access to new songs, exclusive content, and reflections from the journey. It's a space where music, heart, and spirit meet.
You’ll receive early access to new songs, exclusive content, and reflections from the journey. It's a space where music, heart, and spirit meet.
"Amy is a force to be reckoned with." - Jeff Berkley
Jeff Berkley, Producer, Mixing and Recording Engineer, Guitarist, Artist
Jeff Berkley produced, mixed and recorded Amy's music at Satellite Studios. When asked to describe her Jeff said, “Amy Barnhart is a force to be reckoned with! Her voice is pure power and energy! There’s so much joy and pain and sorrow in the way she delivers her extraordinarily beautiful vocals! Her songs are brave and intimate and a direct conduit to her soul”
Reflections from Others
Want to know how I overcame self-doubt and gained the confidence and self-esteem to pursue this dream of sharing my music? Check out this article. It's essential to understand why something is so important and the potential positive impact on others. I also share more of my story and mission, "I love connecting with my vibrant community of like-minded souls who cherish nature, mysticism, and mythology, fostering connection, support, and encouragement. Together with my audience, I hope to spark healing, inspire change, and create a ripple of love and connection in the world." What bold journey are you wishing for? I'd love to hear from you! Please connect.
Want to know how I overcame self-doubt and gained the confidence and self-esteem to pursue this dream of sharing my music? Check out this article. It's essential to understand why something is so important and the potential positive impact on others. I also share more of my story and mission, "I love connecting with my vibrant community of like-minded souls who cherish nature, mysticism, and mythology, fostering connection, support, and encouragement. Together with my audience, I hope to spark healing, inspire change, and create a ripple of love and connection in the world." What bold journey are you wishing for? I'd love to hear from you! Please connect.
I’m a singer-songwriter, guitarist, and performer with a passion for creating music that empowers and uplifts. My journey into music began with a deep love for storytelling and an obsession with finding meaning in life’s challenges. |
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Discover what my husband gave me for my 60th birthday and how it changed my life. In this conversations article I also talk about my songwriting process and my favorite books and resources.
Discover what my husband gave me for my 60th birthday and how it changed my life. In this conversations article I also talk about my songwriting process and my favorite books and resources.
Live Performances
I regularly perform Acoustic shows solo or with my very special guest, Matt Chang. Our shows feature my original music and crowd-pleasing covers by artists including Bruno Mars, Cee Lo Green, Patty Griffin, John Melloncamp, Eddie from Ohio and more. We like to do feel-good music and a few of our quirky discoveries that we hope will soon become your favorites. You'll enjoy some great harmonies and leave the show with a smile.
My genres are indie folk, rock and jazz. I'm an avid yoga practitioner and a spiritual person and my songs reflect love, family, connectedness and joy. I love to incorporate stories, humor and heartfelt soul lessons into my music. Can't wait to see you at a show! Want to book me? Click below.
My genres are indie folk, rock and jazz. I'm an avid yoga practitioner and a spiritual person and my songs reflect love, family, connectedness and joy. I love to incorporate stories, humor and heartfelt soul lessons into my music. Can't wait to see you at a show! Want to book me? Click below.