“The Star-Spangled Banner” can be heard at sporting events across the US. Some people appreciate the chance to pause for patriotism. But others use the singing of the national anthem as a time for protest. High-profile examples have included NFL…
Musicologists examine the history of "The Star-Spangled Banner," discussing how the song has changed in the 200 years since it was written. Francis Scott Key would not recognize the version sung today, some claim. A group, called Star Spangled Music,…
The Maryland Historical Society recreated the flag that inspired "The Star-Spangled Banner" for the 200th Anniversary of Francis Scott Key writing the song, which is now the United States' national anthem. The historical society invited the public to add their…
A video of Star Swain singing "The Star-Spangled Banner" at the Lincoln Memorial recently went viral. Swain was initially hesitant to sing for the camera, but she silenced the crowd at the memorial when she started to sing. The video…