Composer

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Spanish Anonymous

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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March

Average_duration

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1:40

The "Marcha Real" is the national anthem of Spain, and it is one of the few national anthems in the world that has no lyrics. It is a march that is played on official occasions, such as the arrival of the King or Queen, the opening of the Spanish Parliament, or the changing of the guard at the Royal Palace in Madrid. The origins of the "Marcha Real" are unclear, but it is believed to have been composed in the 18th century by an anonymous Spanish composer. The first known written version of the march dates back to 1761, and it was used as a military march by the Spanish Army during the reign of King Carlos III. The "Marcha Real" has three movements, each with its own distinct character. The first movement is a slow and stately introduction, played in the key of E-flat major. The second movement is a faster and more energetic section, played in the key of B-flat major. The third movement is a return to the slower tempo of the first movement, and it is played in the key of E-flat major. The "Marcha Real" is characterized by its simple and elegant melody, which is played by the brass section of the orchestra. The melody is accompanied by a steady rhythm played by the percussion section, which gives the march its distinctive marching beat. Despite its long history and widespread use, the "Marcha Real" has been the subject of controversy in Spain. Some have called for the addition of lyrics to the anthem, while others have criticized its association with the Franco regime, which used the march as its national anthem during the dictatorship. In 2007, the Spanish government adopted a new law that officially recognized the "Marcha Real" as the national anthem of Spain, but it did not include any provisions for adding lyrics to the march. Today, the "Marcha Real" remains an important symbol of Spanish national identity, and it is played with pride at official events and ceremonies throughout the country.

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