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res:
  bibo_abstract:
  - "This bachelor’s thesis examines the concept of “urban anthems” as identity-forming
    elements within contemporary urban culture. While national anthems are traditionally
    institutionalized and state-legitimized, urban anthems often emerge from popular
    culture and civil society. The study explores how such musical works contribute
    to collective identification and local belonging.\r\n\r\nThe theoretical framework
    traces the historical development of the anthem from ancient hymns of praise to
    modern national representations, followed by an analytical examination of selected
    city and club anthems. Particular attention is given to musical structure, lyrical
    content, and social function, highlighting characteristics such as accessibility,
    repetitive structures, and communal singability.\r\n\r\nBased on these findings,
    the practical component of the thesis consists of the composition and production
    of an original urban anthem entitled “A Song for Bielefeld.” The project aims
    to implement the identified structural and thematic features while reflecting
    values of community, tolerance, and diversity.\r\n\r\nThe thesis demonstrates
    that urban anthems function as hybrid forms between popular music and social symbolism.
    They serve not only as aesthetic expressions but also as media of collective identity
    construction and social cohesion within contemporary urban environments.@eng"
  bibo_authorlist:
  - foaf_Person:
      foaf_givenName: Jan
      foaf_name: Ulrich, Jan
      foaf_surname: Ulrich
      foaf_workInfoHomepage: http://www.librecat.org/personId=64449
  dct_date: 2026^xs_gYear
  dct_language: ger
  dct_publisher: Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe@
  dct_subject:
  - Urbane Hymnen
  - Populäre Musik
  - Kollektive Identität
  - Stadtkultur
  - Gemeinschaft und Diversität
  - Praxisforschung
  dct_title: Urbane Hymnen - Moderne Hymnen@
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