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The National Anthem: How Will You Help?

04/11/2011 9:13 AM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)

—by Andrew Brawley

It's home opener week. We got lots of information to share this week. Spread the word!

Sunday: Do's and Don'ts

Monday: The National Anthem

Tuesday: Guide for First-Timers

Wednesday: Guide for Veterans

Thursday: Game day!

The Timbers Army does some things pretty well.We make a ruckus, we do chants, and we create the atmosphere for the stadium. On Thursday April, 14 we have been chosen to do something rare in sport across America. We all know it's usually a celebrity that sings the National Anthem for big events. Who could forget Whitney Houston killing the game at the Super Bowl in 1991?

Absolutely incredible. I still remember that performance vividly from when I was younger.

Other countries have had very memorable anthem performances that give me chills. Take a couple of minutes and watch the Canadian National Anthem being sung by the crowd in Edmonton.

Oilers fans kind of give you chills with that don't they?

I am honored and extremely pleased to announce to the Timbers Army and the world that the Timbers Army has been selected to sing the United States National Anthem against the Chicago Fire in the inaugural home game at Jeld-Wen Field for the 2011 season.

What does this mean for you? Clear your throats. Drink warm tea with honey. Protect your throats. On Thursday April 14, 2011 you are singing the National Anthem on ESPN.

Follow the capos for instruction. Learn the words. At the end of the National Anthem we have a tifo display planned. There will be some obstructed views in the Timbers Army section. We appreciate you reading and participating in the instructions that will be taped to your seat.

I.CANNOT.WAIT.FOR.THIS.TO.HAPPEN.

IT'S.GOING.TO.BE.EPIC.

FROTH.FROTH.FROTH.

Tomorrow, what to expect if it's your first time...


Comments

  • 07/12/2016 8:22 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Lucas Grzybowski says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 9:18 am

    Whitney we hardly knew ye…

    I’m mostly bugged by the singing of the anthem before every sporting event, but for big games or internationals it seems fitting. One of the most stirring moments I ever had at a game was singing the Star Spangled Banner before USA vs Italy in Kaiserslautern at World Cup 2006. I was so amped up I was shaking, singing as loudly as I could to drown out the shrill whistles of the classy Italians. Pretty bad ass.

    After this seemingly interminable wait for our first MLS home game, I can’t believe I have to wait another three days FROTHFROTHFROTH!
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  • 07/12/2016 8:23 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Daniel Kelten says:
    Tuesday, April 12, 2011 at 8:55 pm

    Had a blast practicing the cymbal crashes with my son tonight. This is going to be ripping fun. And man, can he blast out “TIMBERS!” at the end.
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  • 07/12/2016 8:23 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Scott V Swearingen says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 9:21 am

    This is going to be big. Can’t wait, it’s almost here.
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  • 07/12/2016 8:23 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    MarySue Renfrow says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 9:28 am

    I call dibs on the high note.
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  • 07/12/2016 8:24 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Shelli Whitmarsh says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 12:47 pm

    You can have it. I couldn’t hit that note if my life depended on it. ;-)
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  • 07/12/2016 8:24 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    evi says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 8:45 pm

    i’ll sing it with you! can’t wait!!
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  • 07/12/2016 8:24 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    # 11 says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 9:28 am

    ONWARD ROSE CITY!
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  • 07/12/2016 8:25 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Rick Spies says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 9:42 am

    Lucas–I didn’t even see your comment and immediately went looking for the YouTube of that same anthem rendition. Was there in K-town myself and it still gives me chills to remember it.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HyNCts6BGk
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  • 07/12/2016 8:25 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Austin Southard says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 9:48 am

    3500+ strong choir > pithy marching band
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  • 07/12/2016 8:26 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Mo Phillips says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 7:34 pm

    @Austin Southard

    18,500+. The whole lot is TA on Thursday. This is gonna be unreal.
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  • 07/12/2016 8:26 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Keenan says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 9:53 am

    I certainly can appreciate the excitement and gravity of the opening day National Anthem. I understand what it means to a lot of people. I also would like to point out that a some of us reject Nationalistic displays, due to moral or religious grounds. Their choice may not be the most popular, but it certainly needs to be respected. I think a reminder to the TA might be necessary. A beautiful occasion like our inaugural game surely will be should not be ruined for some because they feel threatened for their beliefs.
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  • 07/12/2016 8:26 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Garrett Dittfurth says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 9:58 am

    Thanks for your perspective Keenan. It should go without saying that we respect everyone’s beliefs. Nobody should feel threatened for abstaining.
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  • 07/12/2016 8:27 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Joe Kadera says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 10:06 am

    Is the plan to sing “home of the timbers” at the end?
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  • 07/12/2016 8:27 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Scott V Swearingen says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 10:50 am

    @Joe Kadera

    Yes.
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  • 07/12/2016 8:28 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Kirk says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 10:58 am

    @Scott V Swearingen

    And the cymbal crashes for sure…Wouldn’t be the Army otherwise!!
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  • 07/12/2016 8:29 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Richard Sheals says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 3:21 pm

    Even though my tickets are in the Library, I plan on getting as man involved as possible before the start of game. Loud and proud! RCTID!

    Home of the Timbers!
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  • 07/12/2016 8:29 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Donald Braden says:
    Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at 5:10 pm

    @Joe Kadera

    Well I am going to stick with home of the Brave myself.

    It is the national anthem. I like the “cymbals” but changing the lyrics is a step to far for my rigid upbringing and deeply psychotic patriotism. (The cymbals were a tough adjustment for me, I was raised stricitly on the stand respectfully with hand over heart during the anthem, trust me it is deeply deeply ingrained in me).
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  • 07/12/2016 8:30 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Tex says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 6:21 pm

    @Joe Kadera

    Can’t express how excited I am for all of this. Thursday can’t come soon enough!
    Now I know I’m new to the TA, but changing the NATIONAL anthem to say “Home of the Timbers” instead of “Home of the Brave” disrespects the anthem. In such a public spotlight, I’m worried this will come across the wrong way.
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  • 07/12/2016 8:30 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Kyle says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 9:28 pm

    @Tex

    Disagree. Virtually every sporting event I’ve been to, regardless of sport, city or team, features large groups of fans replacing “brave” with whatever the team name is. I don’t view it as a sign of disrespect. In the end, it’s being sung at a game, not a memorial.
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  • 07/12/2016 8:30 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Holly says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 10:08 am

    Lucas Grzybowski posts for me, from the bugged to the Kaiserslautern to the froth.
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  • 07/12/2016 8:31 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Thomas says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 10:21 am

    I really hope that the drumming section is a little more on their game this year if we’re going to be on TV. Timbers Army Against Drinking and Drumming… TAADD
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  • 07/12/2016 8:32 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Jelly Helm says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 11:01 am

    Another lovely version of the anthem: Marvin Gaye from the ’83 all star game.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOiQ32O14qQ
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  • 07/12/2016 8:32 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Garrett Dittfurth says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 9:34 pm

    @Jelly Helm

    Nice add. I completely forgot about Marvin Gaye’s version.
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  • 07/12/2016 8:33 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Sean Moran says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 11:21 am

    This shreeking British Twat will be singing the US National Anthem loud and Proud.
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  • 07/12/2016 8:33 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Matthew Shields says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 5:35 pm

    @Sean Moran

    So is that your official title now, or is it more like an honorary thing? ;-)
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  • 07/12/2016 8:35 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Reuben says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 5:47 pm

    Wait, so will there be an instrumental of the anthem in the background or is it 100% acapella?
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  • 07/12/2016 8:35 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Isaac Kendrick says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 7:27 pm

    Can someone please post the lyrics?
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  • 07/12/2016 8:36 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Garrett Dittfurth says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 9:37 pm

    @Isaac Kendrick

    :)

    http://www.lmgtfy.com/?q=Star+Spangled+Banner+Lyrics
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  • 07/12/2016 8:37 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Isaac Kendrick says:
    Tuesday, April 12, 2011 at 8:35 am

    @Garrett Dittfurth

    not sure if you’re trolling me back so I will just say thanks.
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  • 07/12/2016 8:37 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Tommy V says:
    Monday, April 11, 2011 at 8:26 pm

    Last season at PGE Park the teams came out for the U23 championship match and it seemed like everyone was waiting for someone to come out and sing the anthem. No one came out, I believe because anthems were sung before the third-place match earlier in the day. After a brief hesitation … the North End busted out into the anthem. It was literally spine-tingling!

    Also, it was priceless glancing over the at the Rapids supporters to our left at the Colorado away match as the Army was belting out the national anthem at the top of our lungs and seeing the stunned looks on their faces.
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  • 07/12/2016 8:37 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Ted Harbaugh says:
    Tuesday, April 12, 2011 at 2:35 am

    Love it!
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  • 07/12/2016 8:38 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Aaron Brown says:
    Tuesday, April 12, 2011 at 10:17 am

    Any chance the 107ist or somebody can formally reach out to ESPN to make sure our anthem and tifo are put on the air? I’d imagine this has already happened, but I’d love hearing it confirmed that we’ve told ESPN our plans.
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  • 07/12/2016 8:38 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Shawn Levy says:
    Tuesday, April 12, 2011 at 3:15 pm

    Mr. Brown: this has been seen to. It has even been promised/assured. But we’ll have to see whether they in fact follow through on their word(s).
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  • 07/12/2016 8:38 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Michael says:
    Tuesday, April 12, 2011 at 3:42 pm

    Doesn’t Seattle do this every game?
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  • 07/12/2016 8:39 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Shawn Levy says:
    Tuesday, April 12, 2011 at 4:32 pm

    @Michael

    Seattle announces that the National Anthem will be led by the supporters’ group and then defers to them to do their thing? I wasn’t aware of that. Can you cite?
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  • 07/12/2016 8:39 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Jonathan Hannon says:
    Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at 2:44 am

    Sounders sing national anthem. It’s the one thing they do that I give them a thumbs-up for:
    “The clap” and the confetti, not so much.

    Led by Dr. Stephen Michael Newby, director of University Ministries and the Center for Worship at Seattle Pacific University.

    Link here:
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdgftnbbNTg

    Remember, folks, it was written as a “drinking song.”
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  • 07/12/2016 8:40 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Nels Hesseldahl says:
    Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at 3:49 pm

    @Jonathan Hannon

    Well, we can sure as hell do better than that!

    What was with all those pauses? And the piped-in background music? LAME.
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  • 07/12/2016 8:40 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Seattle FC Fan says:
    Thursday, April 14, 2011 at 1:51 pm

    Yep, I’m a SFC fan who’s looking forward to tonight’s game. Be sure to put the Fire out before going home, only you can prevent forest fires! ;)
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  • 07/12/2016 8:41 PM | 107ist Admin (Administrator)
    Bob's Blitz says:
    Friday, April 15, 2011 at 11:51 am

    Excellent work guys. Excellent.
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