Why music matters to American football

Posted by on Apr 8, 2013 | No Comments

DC Washington (a singer from Washington D.C.!) explains his passion for music, his love for his country and why he enjoys singing the American national anthem at football Games.

Why is the anthem so important to Americans during sporting events? Why is it a staple at every game? Watch as these Redskins fans explain the importance of the anthem, what makes a good anthem singer and the stirring feeling it conveys when they hear it. Tune in on Thursday, April 11th at 9pm ET/PT on History Canada to watch this episode of Museum Secrets: Inside the Smithsonian Institution, Washington D.C.