Patriotic Songs for the 4th of July
Big Bands and Ballads Add Spirit to an Independence Day Celebration
Jun 28, 2009
What's a 4th of July celebration without music? Choose from a huge selection of big band marches, songs of glory, ballads honoring fallen soldiers, and military favorites. Don't forget classical pieces such as Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture, which not only add spirit during the daytime to Independence Day festivities, but also contribute wonderful background music to fireworks displays at night.
Whatever one's taste for music and song, plan ahead when selecting patriotic music entertainment for a Fourth of July celebration, Veteran's Day, or any patriotic occasion. Be sure to include a variety of songs that everyone can relate to, including instrumental and voice.
Patriotic Songs to Celebrate the Fourth of July
The traditional patriotic music listed here can be downloaded from Amazon, and may be found on CD in many department stores. Many Web sites that feature military music also offer patriotic song lyrics.
- "Star Spangled Banner"
- "America"
- "This Land is Your Land"
- "Stars and Stripes Forever"
- "My Country Tis of Thee"
- "God Bless America"
- "God Bless the USA"
- "You're a Grand Old Flag"
- "Yankee Doodle Dandy"
- "Let There Be Peace on Earth"
- "Battle Hymn of the Republic"
- "Ballad of the Green Beret"
Country Music Honoring American Military Troops
Country music offers outstanding contributions dedicated to America, and to the men and women that continue to defend freedom for all. The Web site, Hit Country Lyrics, offers songs by country artists as well as the lyrics. Shown here is a sample list of the most popular patriotic country music.
- Brooks & Dunn, "Only in America"
- John Michael Montgomery, "Letters from Home"
- Toby Keith, "Courtesy of the Red White and Blue"
- Toby Keith, "American Soldier"
- Billy Ray Cyrus, "Some Gave All"
4th of July Classical Music Selections
Classical Music has its place in Independence Day celebrations. The Boston Pops Orchestra performs annually for the Fourth of July celebration on the banks of the Charles River in Boston, Massachusetts. One of the biggest highlights of the evening is the spectacular performance of the 1812 Overture with cannon fire at the climax of the performance.
- William Tell Overture. Composer: Gioacchino Rossini
- American Salute. Composer: Morton Gould
- 1812 Overture. Composer: Piotr Tchaikovsky
Timeless Patriotic Songs
Some of the greatest music ever written reflects pride in the American homeland. A few more selections that are traditionally used in Fourth of July celebrations:
- "Battle of New Orleans"
- "Dixie Land"
- "Yellow Rose of Texas"
- "76 Trombones"
- "When Johnny Comes Marching Home"
- "Strike Up the Band"
- "Victory at Sea"
No matter what style of music one prefers, there is most certainly something for everyone to enjoy in the choices for patriotic music. Plan a great Fourth of July celebration with family and friends or honor veteran's with music on Veteran's Day. Get into the spirit of America's birthday with music of all kinds, including ballads, marches, and songs for all ages.
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