Composed in 1938 as the Anthem of the Bolshevik Party, Alexandrov’s work was repurposed in 1943 with new lyrics to replace The Internationale. Its grand, hymn-like structure reflects Alexandrov’s background in choral and religious music, blending solemnity with Soviet triumphalism.
The State Anthem of the Soviet Union, composed by Alexander Alexandrov with lyrics by Sergey Mikhalkov, was adopted in 1944, replacing "The Internationale". After the USSR's dissolution in 1991, Russia temporarily used an instrumental version of Mikhail Glinka's "Patriotic Song". In 2000, Vladimir Putin reinstated Alexandrov's melody with new lyrics by Mikhalkov, making it one of the few Soviet-era symbols retained in post-communist Russia.
The "State Anthem of the Soviet Union", composed by Alexander Alexandrov with lyrics by Sergey Mikhalkov, was adopted in 1944, replacing "The Internationale". Its melody was reused in 2000 for the Russian national anthem with new lyrics. The powerful choral arrangement became iconic through Red Army Choir performances.
The State Anthem of the Soviet Union, composed by Alexander Alexandrov in 1944, served as the national anthem until the USSR's dissolution. Its melody was later reused for the Russian National Anthem with modified lyrics.
The State Anthem of the Soviet Union, composed by Alexander Alexandrov in 1944, served as the official national anthem until the USSR's dissolution. It is renowned for its solemn melody and ideological lyrics, reflecting Soviet patriotism during the Stalin era.
