National Anthems of the World - the book
Eleventh Edition
ISBN: 0 304 36826 1
Published: August 17 2006
Editor: Michael Jamieson Bristow
This indispensable source book has, over the years, proved invaluable, not only for the increasing number of occasions on which a particular national anthem is played, but also as a permanent reference book for those interested in music and contemporary culture.
Close liaison with Embassies, High Commissions and
governments throughout the world has ensured that
'National Anthems of the World' can claim to
be the definitive international authority on the
subject.
Whether you're looking for a particular national anthem for a special occasion, or just have an interest in music and culture, this is the definitive book on the subject. It includes national anthems for 192 nations plus anthems for the European Union, Gibraltar, Isle of Man, Scotland and Wales, with the words in the original language, arranged alphabetically, and translated too.
An authoritative and indispensable source book for the music and lyrics of all the world's national anthems.
Biographies of former editors and current editor
Where to buy the book. You can also download sheet music.
Editorial Reviews
"An authoritative sourcebook for countries ranging from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe. Scores include the original language and, where necessary, a transliterated phonetic version. English translations are placed within the music where possible."
-- Music Educators Journal
"The most current and complete reference available. Highly recommended for public and academic libraries."
-- Reference Books Bulletin
"A fascinating publication"
-- Musical Times
"An absolute necessity to all concerned with protocol and the arrangement of functions of a national or international character"
-- Diplomatic Press
""An invaluable and unique book of reference."
-- Musical Opinion
"There's nothing else of the same kind to rival it."
-- Music in Education
"A very thorough work of reference."
-- British Book News
"An indispensable reference book."
-- Music Teacher
"As well as being a record of this material, the volume is a fascinating one to browse in, with many surprises and historical sidelights."
-- Commonwealth