Bedřich Smetana is considered the father of Czech nationalism in music due to his operas and symphonic poems that drew inspiration from Czech history and culture.

Nabucco is considered a symbol of Italian nationalism due to its chorus "Va, pensiero, sull'ali dorate", which became an anthem for the Italian unification movement.

Richard Wagner's operas were used by the Nazi regime to promote their ideology due to their themes of German mythology and nationalism.

The music of Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, Pete Seeger, and Woody Guthrie was used to inspire and mobilize activists during the American Civil Rights Movement.

Japan's national anthem, "Kimigayo", is based on a traditional folk song called "Azuma Uta".

Robert Schumann's music was used to promote the idea of a unified Germany in the 19th century through his compositions that drew inspiration from German history and culture.

William Tell is considered a symbol of Italian nationalism due to its themes of Swiss independence and resistance against foreign oppression.

Giuseppe Verdi's operas were used to promote the idea of a unified Italy in the 19th century through their patriotic themes and messages.

The United States' national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner", is based on a traditional patriotic song called "The Anacreontic Song".

Fryderyk Chopin's music was used to promote the idea of a unified Poland in the 19th century through his compositions that drew inspiration from Polish folk music and culture.

The United Kingdom's national anthem, "God Save the King/Queen", is based on a traditional hymn called "God Save the King".

Franz Liszt's music was used to promote the idea of a unified Hungary in the 19th century through his compositions that drew inspiration from Hungarian folk music and culture.

Russia's national anthem, "The State Anthem of the Russian Federation", is based on a traditional military march called "The Patriotic Song".

Ciprian Porumbescu's music was used to promote the idea of a unified Romania in the 19th century through his compositions that drew inspiration from Romanian folk music and culture.