World anthem (song)

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The World Anthem is the title of a song composed by John M. Guillot with participation from David Cope. The song was designed with purposes analogous to those of a traditional national anthem, but for all nations of the Earth.[1] The song was conceived in 1996 and completed in 2000. It was performed publicly for the first time at Denver’s Millennium Celebration on December 31, 2000.[2] The song received additional attention after September 11, 2001 as a candidate for inclusion in ceremonies, broadcast in television programs, and even for use by the White House.[3] [4] [5]

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[edit] Composition

One unique aspect of The World Anthem is how the song was composed. Both the music and lyrics of the song were generated using tools for algorithmic composition, with the "raw material" derived from 193 pre-existing national anthems of the world; from "The Star Spangled Banner" to China's "March of the Volunteers" to the Vatican City's "Hymn and Pontifical March" and others.

[edit] Lyrics

The following is an excerpt from the lyrics of The World Anthem:

“ Let the earth's foundations rise,

To call us all as one.

This song we sing, To lead us through the night, To see us through, The trying times, To a future bright.

Throughout the world, We sing our praise to peace, Our bond of love, Will serve us true for, All as one for all.

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[edit] See also

[edit] References

  1. ^ Aliano, Robert J. (2003). The Worst Generation: How Baby Boomers Created the Square World Order. Xlibris Corporation. 140108544X. p. 353
  2. ^ ‘World Anthem’ Strikes Discord. Retrieved on 2007-10-09.
  3. ^ A Soothing Anthem For Everybody. Retrieved on 2007-10-09. August 31, 2002 article in the New York Times.
  4. ^ Sing A New Song - "World Anthem" symbolizes global interconnectivity. Retrieved on 2007-10-09.
  5. ^ Details regarding the purpose and history of the song were available at www.worldanthem.org. At the time of this writing, 2007-10-09, the website was no longer in operation.

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