Lauwiner Imperium in Aeternum
Imperial Palace Lochbach 18
3414 Oberburg, Schweiz
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Lauwiner Empire
By the Grace of God Jonas I, by hereditary right
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Three anthems are recognised by the Imperial Chancellery — the Royal Hymn, performed in the presence of the Sovereign; the Legion March, on military occasions; and the Hymn of the Lands, for civic ceremonies.

The Royal Hymn

Performed at the entry of His Majesty and on the feast of the Crown.

A slow processional, scored for brass, strings and choir. Tempo grave; key of D major. Composed in the reign of the second Lauwiner sovereign.

The Legion March

Heard upon the parade of the Empire Legion.

A martial air in two strains, scored for full military band. The second strain quotes the Royal Hymn in counterpoint.

Hymn of the Lands

Sung at civic and provincial assemblies.

A simple strophic setting, intended for unaccompanied voices, drawn from a folk melody of the highland cantons.

Performance

Standing is required for the Royal Hymn and the Legion March; the Hymn of the Lands may be sung from any posture, by custom of the countryside.