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Thanks for sharing Baby-K. It was very interesting to read. It's almost completely in Dutch! Odd, considering it comes from nearly the other side of the world. Both songs sound very heroic.
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my school also has its own anthem. it is rotten though
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Most schools in the US have a school song. Even a lot of elementary schools (k-6). I don't remember any of my schools - nore did we ever seen them. If you see the movie "Lean On Me" - it's a true story about a public school in Paterson NJ. They have their school song in there and also and how it was used to bring some pride to the school. It's a cool movie.
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Since I don't live in a state, I don't have a state song - but here's a sort of equivalent, an unofficial county song (or should I say a shire song ): Brave Men of Kent When Harold was invaded And, falling, lost his crown And Norman William waded Through gore to pull him down; While counties round with fear profound To mend this sad condition And lands to save, base homage gave Bold Kent made no submission Chorus: Then sing in praise of men of Kent, So loyal, brave and free ‘Mongst Britain’s race, if one surpass, A man of Kent is he. The hardy stout freeholders That knew the tyrant near In girdles, or on shoulders, A grove of oaks did bear Whom when he saw in battle draw And thought how he might need ‘em He turned his arms, allowed their terms Complete with noble freedom Chorus At hunting, or in the race, too, They sprightly vigour show And at a female chase, too, None like a Kentish beau All blest with health, and as for wealth By Fortune’s kind embraces A yeoman grey will oft outweigh A knight in other places Chorus The promised land of blessing For our fore-fathers meant Is now in right possessing For Canaan sure was Kent The dome at Knoll by fame extolled The church at Canterbury The hops, the beer, the cherries there May fill a famous story. Then sing in praise of men of Kent So loyal, brave and free ‘Mongst Britain’s race, if one surpass, A man of Kent is he. It doesn't make a great deal of sense, it's quite unhistorical and some of the claims are just bizarre (Kent is Canaan?), but I think it's funny. It was written in about 1719-20, so that's an excuse
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I was relooking at this thread because there was an article on CNN.com about this organization (The National Anthem Project)to try to teach Americans the national anthem (so few know the words). Anyway - I was rereading some of the anthems here and so many have God in them - Sweden, Norway, South Africa (which is very relgious with Lord and Holy Spirit), New Zealand, Englands, etc. The most ours says about God is in the fourth verse - 'And this be our motto: "In God is our trust." '
I guess I'm sort of shocked by how many anthems have God in them - and yet some people want to remove God out of the Pledge of Allegiance here or refuse to even say the pledge because it contains god in there. I wouldn't exactly call Sweden a religious country and they seem to have no trouble with god being in their NATIONAL anthem. So what are the histories and meanings behind people's national anthems? Ours I've described. It's a celebration of our flag, the defeat of the British and the survival of our country even when faced with the worst possible odds. BTW - this is the way our National Anthem SHOULD be played - not the wimp way they play it at the Olympic Ceremonies. It's very important to have the cymbals and feeling in there. Without it, it's like the 1812 Overture without cannons - dull and flat. The Star Spangled Banner - US Air Force Band
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It's about the same thing with the Norwegian anthem, the word God appears in the seventh verse that is rarely sung at all. Prior to 1994, South Africa had an official and an unofficial anthem. The official one didn't have God at all in it.
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The Swedish 4th verse mentions God. You said we didn't seem to have a problem with that but apparently we do since we never sing that verse.
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As for not rewriting history - if that was only true.
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The Somerset Anthem is thus
"The Combine Harvester" by The Wurzels I drove my tractor through your haystack last night I threw me pitchfork at your dog to keep quiet Now something's telling me that you'm avoiding me Come on now darling you've got something I need Cuz I got a brand new combine harvester An' I'll give you the key Come on now let's get together In perfect harmony I got twenty acres An' you got forty-three Now I got a brand new combine harvester An' I'll give you the key I'll stick by you, I'll give you all that you need We'll 'ave twins and triplets, I'm a man built for speed And you know I'll love you darlin' so give me your hand But what I want the most is all they acres of land Cuz I got a brand new combine harvester An' I'll give you the key Come on now let's get together In perfect harmony I got twenty acres An' you got forty-three Now I got a brand new combine harvester An' I'll give you the key For seven long years I've been alone in this place Eat, sleep, in the kitchen, it's a proper disgrace Now if I cleaned it up would you change your mind I'll give up drinking scrumpy and that lager and lime Cuz I got a brand new combine harvester An' I'll give you the key Come on now let's get together In perfect harmony I got twenty acres An' you got forty-three Now I got a brand new combine harvester An' I'll give you the key Weren't we a grand couple at that last wurzel dance I wore brand new gaters and me cordouroy pants In your new Sunday dress with your perfume smelling grand We had our photos took and us holding hands Now I got a brand new combine harvester An' I'll give you the key Now that we'me both past our fifties I think that you and me Should stop this galavanting and will you marry me Coz I got a brand new combine harvester An' I'll give you the key |
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Nice bump JD, what a cool thread.
I downloaded the Star Spangled Banner, with cymbals - very cool. I'm not sure what the coolest way to play O Canada! is - I'm used to it being played on an upright piano by my elementary school music teacher. She was awesome, I think she arranged her own version (staying true how it's meant to sound of course). IP already posted the lyrics (post #8), but here's a little more information on our anthem. Quote:
Want to sing along? Here is the tune for both the English and French lyrics. It's in F major. You mentioned there's an effort to teach people the anthem - I say, start in the schools. To this day, I can sing the anthem in French and English, on key. In elementary school (primary school for Europeans), we started every assembly by singing the anthem in English and French. Of course, only the French Immersion kids could sing this version, but we did make up half the school. This was easily the best part of those boring assemblies. I actually looked forward to them a bit so we could sing the anthem. Sadly, there aren't a lot of opportunities. (I always make sure to sing it at hockey games. Most people stand and take off their hats, but don't sing.) As for having God in the anthem, we have quite a significant reference with "God keep our land, glorious and free!", but I don't think there's an effort to change it. (I hope not!) Quote:
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Indeed an interesting thread! To me, the national anthem is something that is sung when we win a gold medal in some sport event - otherwise I only hear it on our independence day.
The words were written by Johan Ludvig Runeberg, a Swedish-speaking Finn, which of course is something I have to mention. You can listen to it here : there you also find the history behind it, if you're interested. So, here it is: Maamme (Finnish) Oi maamme, Suomi, synnyinmaa! Soi sana kultainen! Ei laaksoa, ei kukkulaa, ei vettä rantaa rakkaampaa kuin kotimaa tää pohjoinen. Maa kallis isien. Sun kukoistukses kuorestaan kerrankin puhkeaa; viel' lempemme saa nousemaan sun toivos, riemus loistossaan, ja kerran laulus, synnyinmaa korkeemman kaiun saa. Vårt land (Swedish) Vårt land, vårt land, vårt fosterland, ljud högt, o dyra ord! Ej lyfts en höjd mot himlens rand, ej sänks en dal, ej sköljs en strand, mer älskad än vår bygd i nord, än våra fäders jord! Din blomning , sluten än i knopp, Skall mogna ur sitt tvång; Se, ur vår kärlek skall gå opp Ditt ljus, din glans, din fröjd, ditt hopp. Och högre klinga skall en gång Vår fosterländska sång. Our Land Our land, our land, our fatherland, Sound loud, O name of worth! No mount that meets the heaven's band. No hidden vale, no wavewashed strand. Is loved, as is our native North. Our own forefathers' earth. Thy blossom, in the bud laid low, Yet ripened shall upspring. See! From our love once more shall grow Thy light, thy joy, thy hope, thy glow! And clearer yet one day shall ring The song our land shall sing.
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My favorite version of the Star Spangled Banner was sung by Whitney Houston at the Super Bowl some years back. It was re-released after 9/11.
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Official Lyrics of O Canada!
O Canada! Our home and native land! True patriot love in all thy sons command. With glowing hearts we see thee rise, The True North strong and free! From far and wide, O Canada, we stand on guard for thee. God keep our land glorious and free! O Canada, we stand on guard for thee. O Canada, we stand on guard for thee. English Translation of the French Version of the National Anthem O Canada! Land of our forefathers Thy brow is wreathed with a glorious garland of flowers. As in thy arm ready to wield the sword, So also is it ready to carry the cross. Thy history is an epic of the most brilliant exploits. Ch. Thy valour steeped in faith Will protect our homes and our rights Will protect our homes and our rights. The original poem of 1908 by Stanley Weir O Canada! Our home and native land! True patriot love thou dost in us command. We see thee rising fair, dear land, The True North, strong and free; And stand on guard, O Canada, We stand on guard for thee. Refrain O Canada! O Canada! O Canada! We stand on guard for thee. O Canada! We stand on guard for thee. O Canada! Where pines and maples grow. Great prairies spread and lordly rivers flow. How dear to us thy broad domain, From East to Western Sea, Thou land of hope for all who toil! Thou True North, strong and free! Refrain O Canada! O Canada! etc. O Canada! Beneath thy shining skies May stalwart sons and gentle maidens rise, To keep thee steadfast through the years From East to Western Sea, Our own beloved native land! Our True North, strong and free! Refrain O Canada! O Canada! etc. Ruler supreme, who hearest humble prayer, Hold our dominion within thy loving care; Help us to find, O God, in thee A lasting, rich reward, As waiting for the Better Day, We ever stand on guard. Refrain O Canada! O Canada! etc. A Brief History "O Canada" was proclaimed Canada's national anthem on July 1, 1980, 100 years after it was first sung on June 24, 1880. The music was composed by Calixa Lavallée, a well-known composer; French lyrics to accompany the music were written by Sir Adolphe-Basile Routhier. The song gained steadily in popularity. Many English versions have appeared over the years. The version on which the official English lyrics are based was written in 1908 by Mr. Justice Robert Stanley Weir. The official English version includes changes recommended in 1968 by a Special Joint Committee of the Senate and House of Commons. The French lyrics remain unaltered.
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we have had mentioned God Save the Queen, Rule Brittania and Land of Hope and Glory, but the UK has two more unofficial anthems, both by Handel IIRC
Zadok the Priest is performed at the coronation of the monarch, and IIRC at the state opening of parliament, but don't quote me on that, and definitely by Handel, the Music for the Royal Fireworks is performed at the Royal Fireworks every year |
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Dutch anthem
I noticed one of the more important anthems is missing: the Dutch anthem
It officially has a lot of verses, but we only sing 2, so I'll only post those two. Gezang 411: 1) Wilhelmus van Nassaue ben ik van Duitsen bloed. Mijn vaderland getrouwe blijf ik tot in den doed (dood) Een Prinse van Oranje ben ik vrij onverveerd De Koning van Hispanje heb ik altijd geeerd. 6) Mijn schild en de betrouwen zijt Gij o God mijn Heer. Op U zo wil ik bouwen verlaat mij nimmer meer. Dat ik zo vroom mag blijven uw dienaar t' allerstond de tiranie verdrijven die mij mijn hart doorwondt English translation: William of Orange I am of German blood Loyal to my country I will stay untill my death I'm a prince of Orange I have no fear I've always honored the King of Spain My defense and faith is God my Lord I want to believe in you never leave me again That I may stay as loyal a servant without fear To drive away the tirany that is stabbing through my heart. It's just my translation so forgive me if there are major mistakes in it. IT was written around 1600 or so when the Netherlands were struggling to become independent. That's why it's speaking of tirany and stuff. About the mentioning of God: the anthem is actually a part of our churchbooks. We sing it in Church on national holidays, but also outside of the Church it is sung. I guess people don't really care about the God-part and just focus on the "I want to be victorious"-part Last edited by Mari : 11-22-2006 at 08:54 PM. Reason: missing comments |
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