Embark on a global musical journey with the Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra's "The Complete National Anthems of the World, Vol. 10." This captivating album, released on August 1, 2013, under the Marco-Polo label, is a meticulously crafted collection of national anthems from various countries, offering a unique blend of classical, orchestral, and operatic styles.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes, this album features the Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra's exquisite renditions of anthems from Trinidad and Tobago to Zimbabwe. Each track is a testament to the orchestra's precision and artistry, with arrangements by P. Breiner that breathe new life into these iconic pieces. From the stirring "Forged from the love of liberty…" of Trinidad and Tobago to the powerful "Blessed be the Land of Zimbabwe," the orchestra's performances are both technically impressive and emotionally resonant.
The album includes a diverse range of anthems, from the familiar "The Star-Spangled Banner" of the United States to the lesser-known "Hymn to the United Nations." It also features variations of certain anthems, such as the Olympic versions and short versions, providing a comprehensive exploration of these national symbols.
Whether you're a classical music enthusiast, a history buff, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of national anthems, this album is a must-listen. The Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra's interpretations are not just performances; they are celebrations of cultural heritage and musical excellence. Dive into this rich tapestry of sounds and experience the world through the lens of its national anthems.
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Tracks
Trinidad and Tobago: "Forged from the love of liberty…" (arr. P. Breiner)Patrick Stanislaus Castagne, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Tunisia: O Defenders of the Homeland!… (arr. P. Breiner)Mohammed Abdel Wahab, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Turkey: İstiklâl Marşı (Independence March), "Fear not and be not dismayed…" [arr. P. Breiner]Osman Zeki Üngör, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Turkmenistan: Independent Neutral Turkmenistan State Anthem, "I am ready to give life for native hearth…" (2008 onwards)Veli Mukhatov, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Turkmenistan: Independent Neutral Turkmenistan State Anthem, "The creator's fate…" (1997-2008)Veli Mukhatov, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Turkmenistan: Independent Neutral Turkmenistan State Anthem, "The creator's fate…" (1997-2008) [Olympic version]Veli Mukhatov, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Turkmenistan: State Anthem of the Turkmen SSR, "Bulwark of peoples' friendship is unbreakable" (1991-1997) [arr. P. Breiner]Veli Mukhatov, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Turks and Caicos Islands: God Save the Queen, "God save our gracious Queen…" (Royal) [arr. P. Breiner]Anonymous, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Tuvalu: "Tuvalu for the Almighty are the words we hold most dear…" (arr. P. Breiner)Afaese Manoa, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Uganda: Pearl of Africa, "Oh Uganda! may God upload thee…" (arr. P. Breiner)George Wilberforce Kakomoa, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Uganda: Pearl of Africa, "Oh Uganda! may God upload thee…" (short version) [arr. P. Breiner]George Wilberforce Kakomoa, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Ukraine: "Ukraine's glory hasn't perished, nor her freedom…" (arr. P. Breiner)Mykhailo Verbytsky, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Ukraine: "Ukraine's glory hasn't perished, nor her freedom…" (Olympic version) [arr. P. Breiner]Mykhailo Verbytsky, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
United Arab Emirates: "Live my country, the unity of our Emirates lives…" (arr. P. Breiner)Mohammed Abdel Wahab, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
United Nations: Hymn to the United Nations, "Eagerly musician, sweep your string…" (arr. P. Breiner)Pablo Casals, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
United States of America "The Star Spangled Banner"John Stafford Smith, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
United States of America: The Star-Spangled Banner, "O say, can you see…" (short version) [arr. P. Breiner]John Stafford Smith, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
United States of America: The Star-Spangled Banner, "O say, can you see…" (2005 arrangement) [arr. P. Breiner]John Stafford Smith, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
United States of America: "Hail to the Chief we have chosen for the nation…" (Presidential)James Sanderson, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
United States of America: "Hail to the Chief we have chosen for the nation…" (Presidential) [short version]James Sanderson, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
UruguayFrancisco Jose Debali, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Uruguay: "Eastern landsmen, our country or the tomb!" (Olympic version) [arr. P. Breiner]Francisco Jose Debali, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Uzbekistan: "Stand tall, my free country, good fortune…" (arr. P. Breiner)Mutal Burhonov, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Uzbekistan: "Stand tall, my free country, good fortune…" (Olympic version) [arr. P. Breiner]Mutal Burhonov, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Uzbekistan: "Stand tall, my free country, good fortune…" (short version) [arr. P. Breiner]Mutal Burhonov, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Vanuatu: "God has given us this land…" (arr. P. Breiner)Francois Vincent Ayssav, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Vanuatu: "God has given us this land…" (short version) [arr. P. Breiner]Francois Vincent Ayssav, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Vatican City: Inno E Marcia Pontificale (Hymn and Pontifical March), "O Rome immortal…" [arr. P. Breiner]Charles Gounod, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Venezuela: "Glory to the brave nation which shook off the yoke…" (arr. P. Breiner)Juan José Landaeta, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Venezuela: "Glory to the brave nation which shook off the yoke…" (Olympic version) [arr. P. Breiner]Juan José Landaeta, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Vietnam: Tien Quan Ca (The Song of the Marching Troops), "Soldiers of Vietnam, we go forward…" [arr. P. Breiner]Van Cao Nguyen, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Vietnam: Tien Quan Ca (The Song of the Marching Troops), "Soldiers of Vietnam, we go forward…" [Olympic version] [arr. P. Breiner]Van Cao Nguyen, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Wales: Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau (Land of My Fathers), "The land of my fathers is dear unto me…" [arr. P. Breiner]James James, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Wallis and Futuna: La Marseillaise (The March of Marseille), "Arise, children of the fatherland…" [arr. P. Breiner]Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Wallonia: Le Chant des Wallons (The Song of the Walloons), "We are proud of our Wallonia…" [arr. P. Breiner]Louis Hillier, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Yemen: "Repeat, O World, my song…"Ayyoab Tarish Absi, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Yemen: "Repeat, O World, my song…" (2005 arrangement)Ayyoab Tarish Absi, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Yugoslavia: "Hey Slavs! our grandfathers' word still lives…" (arr. P. Breiner)Samuel Tomasik, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Zambia: "Stand and sing of Zambia, proud and free…"Enoch Sontonga, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Zanzibar: National March for the Sultan of Zanzibar (1911-1964) [arr. P. Breiner]Donald Francis Tovey, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Zimbabwe: Kalibusiswe Ilizwe LeZimbabwe (Blessed be the Land of Zimbabwe), "O lift high…" [arr. P. Breiner]Fred Lecture Changundega, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner
Zimbabwe: Kalibusiswe Ilizwe LeZimbabwe (Blessed be the Land of Zimbabwe), "O lift high…" [short version] [arr. P. Breiner]Fred Lecture Changundega, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Peter Breiner