The Ballad of Oglethorpia

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"The Ballad of Oglethorpia" is the national anthem of the Bureaucratic States of Oglethorpia. Written in X574 by Henry Hughes-Schnell Whatson, it captured the nationalist disposition of the time. It was not until X588 that it was adopted as the national anthem of Oglethorpia.

History

The Ballad of Oglethorpia was first concieved in X574 after the unification of Oglethorpia into the Bureaucratic States. The song encompassed the nationalist sentiment of the time, as well as Whatson's own pride in being an Oglethorpian. Whatson was largely aided by fledgling composer and leader of the Allegiers Symphonic Philharmonic Orchestra, Kenneth S. Wohllington, whom wrote the vocal melody and the accompanying music. In many respects it is Wohllington's song, popularized by Whatson's stature and reputation.

While in lyrical form the Ballad appears unimpressive, preformed live the anthem's impact is far greater. Beginning softly sung amongst a slow and delicate orchestra, it eventually builds up and at last on the fifth repitition of the country's name are the vocals in full operatic swing, accompanied by the robust vigor of the orchestra.

The Ballad of Oglethorpia soon gained wide acceptance as a patriotic song, but it was not until Whatson's death and subsequent campaigning by Wohlington was it accepted as the national anthem in X588.

Modern role

Most major sporting events prominently feature the Oglethorpian national anthem. Notably, these include domestic and international football games, as well as in minor league events of various sports.

Trivia

  • It is customary for the various chamber orchestras and full ensembles to play the piece of music composed by Wohllington, sans vocals at the beginning of concerts.

Lyrics

Oglethorpia,
Oglethorpia,
Oglethorpia!
Oglethorpia!!
Oglethorpia!!!