La Marseillaise (musical score)

"La Marseillaise" is France’s national anthem, composed in 1792 by Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle. Its musical score features a bold, stirring melody characterized by a strong, rhythmic march and dynamic rises that evoke patriotism and resolve. The piece is written in a major key, which imparts a sense of pride and unity. It employs a variety of musical techniques, including crescendos (gradual increases in loudness) and dramatic tempo shifts, to evoke emotion and rally listeners. Overall, its energetic and commanding score underscores themes of resistance and national identity.