Name:________________________________________________
Date:__________________
Country:____________________________________________________________
Title of Anthem:_______________________________________________________
To Interpret A Composer’s Message
Were the songs
written to record an
important part of
history?
To Gain A Cultural/Historical Perspective
What does the
anthem mean to the
country’s citizens
who have adopted
them?
Are they just
instrumental songs or
are there lyrics that
have deep meaning to
the citizens of the
country?
Is there anything that
the reader of your
report needs to know
about to understand
the historical
significance for the
song.
The Musical Elements
What are the
instruments used and
are they unique?
Are there any
elements of the music
unique to that
culture?
Showing respect for anthem
How do the citizens
of this nation show
respect for their
anthem?
Example:
traditionas- off hats,
hand over heart,
gestures- different
hand gestures,
Why do the citizens
of this nation show
respect for their
anthem?