A History of Magic (by Bathilda Bagshot)

British Magical History: Famous British Wizards: Arts and Letters

Leonard Mauricio Ogden A brilliant artist skilled in the use of the Tripophone, Mr. Ogden ensured that the magic of music never left the hearts of wizards. As lead Tripophone player of the hot band sensation Three's a Crowded Inn, Mr. Ogden and his band members created music that spoke of life experiences. His influence began during the mid-1920s at the same time that wizards began obsessing over the power that wands were able to produce. Three's a Crowded Inn produced songs that spoke of socio-political issues such as 'Let the Mudblood Do His Stuff', which gave very explicit details regarding the social statuses of Muggle-born wizards. Their songs often sparked controversy, especially from parents of impressionable children who considered their music 'a doppelganger of the dark arts'. The band was forced into hiding when a group of wizards declared that they would hex them during their next public appearance. Mr. Ogden can currently be found discussing social issues and writing songs independently. His wireless show "The Word of the Owl" is a highly acclaimed segment on independent news correspondence. Mr. Ogden has no home because even now the parents who objected to his music - who probably have grandchildren by now - still hold a vendetta against him. You can catch him on the wireless whenever a controversy sparks. His most recent episode was about the sacking of Cornelius Fudge, which he favoured greatly.