Oley Speaks | |
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| Born | June 28, 1874 Canal Winchester, Ohio, United States |
| Died | August 7, 1948 (aged 74) New York City, United States |
| Genres | Art song, choral music |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, composer |
| Instrument | Voice |
| Years active | 1898–1944 |
Oley Speaks (June 28, 1874 – August 7, 1948) was an American composer and songwriter.[1] His compositions include many religious songs, as well as his best-known success, "On the Road to Mandalay", which takes its lyrics from the poem "Mandalay" by Rudyard Kipling. The Canal Winchester Area Historical Society Museum has exhibits about the life of Oley Speaks, including original sheet music written by him.[2]