National anthem keys

1. What is the key of the national anthem?
2. What note does the national anthem start on?

What is the key of the national anthem?

The National Anthem in the key of C (sing along to establish proper rhythm): [note: F-Sharp is the black note to the right (a half-step up) of F.] In the key of F (sing along to establish proper rhythm):

What note does the national anthem start on?

The song starts on a five, "Oh," but the word, "say" lands on the tonic or the one. That lowest note of your range should be the key you select. 2) KNOW THE LYRICS - It is embarrassing how many singers bungle the words to this song. Memorize the correct words (see the printed music to the right).