The music of Nauru demonstrates its Micronesian heritage.
Historical background [edit]
Its music has been scantly recorded and documented, partially as a result of a ban on traditional dance by German colonial authorities after the 1888 annexation by Germany.
National anthem [edit]
The national anthem of Nauru is "Nauru Bwiema" ("Song of Nauru"). Margaret Hendrie wrote the words; Laurence Henry Hicks composed the music.
Nauru adopted the anthem in 1968.
Noted contemporary composer [edit]
Baron Waqa, who has also served as a government minister, has been noted for his musical composition activity.
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List of resources about traditional arts and culture of Oceania
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