In celebration of the 2014 FIFA World Cup held in Brazil, the Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra presents a captivating collection of national anthems from the competing countries. "Die 32 Nationalhymnen zur Weltmeisterschaft in Brasilien" is a unique and patriotic album that showcases the rich musical heritage of each nation. Recorded with precision and passion, the orchestra delivers stirring performances of these iconic hymns, ranging from the powerful "La Marseillaise" of France to the serene "Kimigayo" of Japan. Spanning a diverse array of musical styles and historical contexts, this album offers a fascinating journey through the sounds and stories of global unity and national pride. With a runtime of just under an hour, it's a concise yet comprehensive musical experience that highlights the Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra's versatility and mastery. Released on June 1, 2014, under the Naxos label, this classical gem is a testament to the orchestra's ability to bring these anthems to life in a way that resonates with both the casual listener and the seasoned classical enthusiast.
2014 Naxos2014 Naxos
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AlgeriaMohamed Fawzi, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
Argentina "Himno Nacional Argentino"José Blas Parera, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
Australia "Advance Australia Fair"Peter Dodds Mc Cormick, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
BelgiumFrançois Van Campenhout, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
Bosnia and HerzegovinaDusan Sestic, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
Brazil "Hino Nacional Brasileiro"Francisco Manoel Da Silva, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
ChileRamon Carnicer Y Battle, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
Costa Rica "Himno Nacional de Costa Rica"José María Zeledón Brenes, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
Germany "Das Lied der Deutschen"Joseph Haydn, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
Ecuador "Salve, Oh Patria"Antonio Neumane, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
Ivory Coast "L'Abidjanaise"Pierre Marie Coty, Pierre Michel Pango, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
National Anthem of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandAnonymous, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
France "La Marseillaise"Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
Ghana "God Bless Our Homeland Ghana"Philip Gbeho, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
GreeceNikolaos Mantzaros, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
HondurasCarlos Hartling, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
Iran "National Anthem of the Islamic Republic of Iran"Hassan Riahi, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
Italy "Il canto degli italiani"Goffredo Mameli, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
Japan "Kimigayo"Hiromori Hayashi, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
CameroonRené Djam Afame, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
ColombiaOreste indici, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
Croatia "Lijepa naša domovino"Josip Runjanin, Peter Breiner, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
Mexico "Himno Nacional Mexicano"Jaime Nunó Roca, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Netherlands "Wilhelmus"Anonymous, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
NigeriaBenedict Elide Odiase, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
PortugalAlfredo Keil, Košice Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Peter Breiner
RussiaAlexandr Vasilievich Alexandrov, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Switzerland "Schweizerpsalm"Alberik Zwyssig, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Spain "Marcha Real"Anonymous, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
South KoreaAhn Eaktay, Peter Breiner, Košice Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra
UruguayFrancisco Jose Debali, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
United States of America "The Star Spangled Banner"John Stafford Smith, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner