Rudolph Ganz, Patriotism, and Standardization of The Star-Spangled Banner, 1907-1958
Iain Quinn
This book examines the succession of events toward the potential standardization of the music for “The Star-Spangled Banner” from an initial letter to President Roosevelt in 1907 to the 1958 congressional hearings on the National Anthem, and the later...
Location:
United States
Description:
This book examines the succession of events toward the potential standardization of the music for “The Star-Spangled Banner” from an initial letter to President Roosevelt in 1907 to the 1958 congressional hearings on the National Anthem, and the later work of the Swiss-Born American pianist, Rudolph Ganz. These events took place across five decades when a culture of public patriotism was especially pronounced for immigrant musicians. Duration - 4h 9m. Author - Iain Quinn. Narrator - Rory Barnett. Published Date - Tuesday, 13 January 2026. Copyright - © 2026 Iain Quinn ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:16
Introduction
Duration:00:10:35
Chapter 1 -An Immigrant’s Perspective – The Role of Public Patriotism
Duration:01:45:18
Chapter 2 - The National Anthem and the Challenge of Standardization
Duration:01:17:03
Chapter 3 - The Advocacy of the Immigrant – Ganz and The Star-Spangled Banner
Duration:00:52:42
Acknowledgements
Duration:00:02:31
Permissions
Duration:00:00:59
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:32