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Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau
Staff Notation • Secular, Patriotic music
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Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau by James James — Lyrics
Mae hen wlad fy nhadau yn annwyl i mi,
Gwlad beirdd a chantorion, enwogion o fri;
Ei gwrol ryfelwyr, gwladgarwyr tra mâd,
Tros ryddid gollasant eu gwaed.
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About Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau
James James's Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau is a stirring anthem, deeply ingrained in Welsh national identity. This arrangement for SATB choir captures the patriotic spirit of the original, which translates to The Land of My Fathers. The lyrics speak of a beloved homeland, a nation of poets and singers, whose brave warriors shed their blood for freedom. The enduring chorus reaffirms a pledge to the country, invoking the sea as a protector and expressing a fervent wish for the ancient Welsh language to endure. It is a powerful expression of national pride and cultural heritage, sung in its original Welsh.
