American Dream
On the occasion of becoming a United States citizen, tenor Lamonarca offers a tribute to the United States of America by recording an outstanding version of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” the American National Anthem.
A Personal Reflection
“As a singer, I strive to express my gratitude in tangible ways, so I decided to make this music video, which I hope will serve as an example and inspiration to all those around the world who continue to see the United States of America as the land of opportunity. Becoming an American citizen is one of the most important goals any immigrant can achieve. I am grateful to the people of the United States of America for welcoming me, just as I am grateful to the American government for granting me this privilege of citizenship. Not a day has gone by since I came to the United States in February 2007 that I have not expressed my gratitude for having had the opportunity to choose the United States of America as my home. I wish to raise my voice with and for those hundreds of thousands of immigrants that each year are bestowed the same priceless honor of becoming citizens of the United States of America. To become a naturalized American citizen is a unique journey for each of us, something that is cherished for the rest of one’s life binds us to the people of this great nation.”
Luciano Lamonarca, tenor