Panapasa Balekana
Fijian-born Solomon Islands composer of its national anthem (1929–2009) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Panapasa Balekana, MBE,[1] SIM,[1] (1929 – 22 January 2009) was a Fijian-born Solomon Islander who composed the national anthem of the Solomon Islands, "God Save Our Solomon Islands", with his wife, Matila Balekana. Panapasa Balekana co-wrote the anthem's lyrics with his wife while he composed the accompanying music.
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Panapasa Balekana | |
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Born | 1929 |
Died | (2009-01-22)22 January 2009 (aged 79) Henderson, Solomon Islands |
Occupation(s) | Pastor, businessman and composer |
Spouse | Matila Balekana |
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The anthem was adopted by the country upon its independence in 1978 following a government competition.[2]