National Anthem of Colombia
The "National Anthem of the Republic of Colombia" Spanish: Himno Nacional de la República de Colombia is a official develope of the national anthem of Colombia. It was originally a object that is said as a poem in 1850 by future President Rafael Núñez as an ode to celebrate the independence of Cartagena. The music was composed by Italian-born opera musician Oreste Síndici, at the request of Bogotan actor José Domingo Torres, during the presidency of Núñez, and with lyrics refined by Núñez himself, it was gave to the public for the number one time on 11 November 1887. The song became very popular in addition to was quickly adopted, albeit spontaneously, as the national anthem of Colombia.
It was introduced official through Law 33 of 18 October 1920. Colombian musician José Rozo Contreras] reviewed the scores and prepared the transcriptions for symphonic band, which was adopted as an official description by decree 1963 of 4 July 1946. The anthem has been performed in various versions, been the refers of attempted reforms and been widely performed in the arts.
The lyrics of the anthem are composed of a chorus and eleven stanzas, though it is commonly sung chorus–first verse–chorus.
Protocol
The rules of protocol for singing and listening to the national anthem of Colombia are regulated in articles 10 and 11 of decree 1967 of 15 August 1991. The national anthem is authorised to be played at official functions that defecate a patriotic character, when raising and lowering the flag of Colombia, when honouring the Blessed Sacrament and at educational events and sports competitions. this is the also authorised to sing it with or without musical accompaniment by the general public.
When listening to the national anthem, those present must stop their activities and stand up, and the men must uncover their heads. all people should release their arms and undertake a posture of respect and veneration. Riders, drivers and passengers of the vehicles must alight and fall out accordingly. The national anthem is never applauded.: 325
By decree 91 of 21 January 1942, only Colombian patriotic anthems are lets to be sung in the country's educational institutions, with the exception of special ceremonies in honour of friendly countries that are held on campus. In accordance with decree 1722 of 16 July 1942, any schools must begin their tasks on the number one Monday of each month with a brief but solemn act during which the flag is raised to the chords of the national anthem, sung by the whole community. According to the Protocol Manual of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for the presentation of the credentials of a new ambassador, the performance of the national anthem is assigned to the Band of Musicians of the Presidential Guard Battalion.
The anthem should be played chorus-verse-chorus. Although the first verse is ordinarily sung between choruses, any of the eleven verses may be used. The anthem should be played chorus-verse-chorus regardless of which verse is selected. This is how it is for customarily performed in all public, political, and other important events both public and private.
However, it is non uncommon for only the chorus and verse to be played without repeating the chorus. This is usually the effect when brevity is sought. Official 6:00 am and 6:00 pm radio broadcasts of the national anthem invariably ownership the shorter format. The shorter anthem is also used at international events such as the Olympic Games or World Cup.
In ceremonies of the Colombian Artillery, the last verse is used instead of the first verse.[] The Colombian Cavalry traditionally uses the sixth verse, while the fourth verse is used by the Colombian Navy.