Ulusal Marşların Söz ve Müzik Açısından İncelenmesi

Abstract

In this study; the words and music of the national marches of 193 countries listed in the United Nations, including the Vatican and Palestine, which are also recognized by the UN, have been examined. Also, information has been provided concerning the formal acceptance of the national marches and the (possible) changes they have gone through. Additionally, it has been attempted to determine similarities and differences on the basis of continent and worldwide. These anthems have been analyzed under two broad categories of Music and Text . Rhythm, tempo expression markings, measure numbers, tonality, voice register and form have been studied under the heading of Music ; while themes and number of verses have been examined under the heading of Text . The data obtained for each country has been tabulated.