El Salvador
- Language
- Spanish
- Anthem
- Himno Nacional de El Salvador
- Duration
- 1:28
- Status
- Today, it is a prominent example of a 'Latin American epic anthem,' typically performed with its full traditional structure.
El Salvador National Anthem History
Himno Nacional de El Salvador
El Salvador's national anthem, with lyrics by Juan José Cañas and music by Juan Aberle, was first performed and commonly adopted in 1879. It later received official recognition in 1953.
El Salvador
Himno Nacional de El Salvador
History timeline
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1856
General Juan José Cañas wrote the lyrics for the national anthem.
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1856
Italian composer Juan Aberle completed the music for the anthem around this year.
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1879
The anthem was sung for the first time by children and students at the National Palace on September 15.
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1879
It was commonly adopted as the National Song following its initial performance on September 15.
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1953
The anthem received official government recognition on December 11.
El Salvador's national anthem is notable for being one of the longest in existence when performed in its full, typical style, including musical introduction, chorus, and verse.