Music of Nauru

The music of Nauru demonstrates its Micronesian heritage.

National anthem

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

Baron Waqa, who has also served as a government minister, has been noted for his musical composition activity.


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