Best Doctor Who Theme version ever?

23skidoo · September 15 2011, 02:10 AM

I'd never heard of Bill Bailey before a few minutes ago, but near as I can figure he's this generation's Victor Borge -- a classical musician who inserts comedy and humor into his shows.

Here he is with the BBC Orchestra, apparently during some TV special, doing a version of the Doctor Who Theme that has to be seen to be believed. And even if you go "oh, OK he's just doing THAT, ho-hum," stick with it - it's pretty funny.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nsxt0xxNrdM

I think this might be the Royal Albert Hall, where the Proms concert was held, too...

Alex

Professor Zoom · September 15 2011, 02:19 AM

23skidoo wrote:

I'd never heard of Bill Bailey before a few minutes ago, but near as I can figure he's this generation's Victor Borge -- a classical musician who inserts comedy and humor into his shows.

It might be more the other way around. A comic who puts music into his shows.

He's great. He's in Spaced, in Hot Fuzz--dual roll!

Edited to add: Oh, shit, I totally forgot, he's in Black Books. An AMAZINGLY funny show.

Mitty · September 15 2011, 02:55 AM

I've seen him live before, very funny guy.

Personally my favourite version of the theme is the Late Baker/early Davison era theme (and the accompanying titles). In the new series I'd have to say the second version of the theme (was it from season 2 or 3?) was my favourite.

doubleohfive · September 15 2011, 05:51 AM

That video is awesome. I can't decide if I like the Tennant/series 4 version or the Smith/series 5&6 version most. Either or are the best, imho.

Non Sync · September 15 2011, 06:45 AM

I prefer the series 4 version myself.

Someone has edited all the titles in sequence. Prepare for Who Theme overdose!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6J_3rsEwYVE

The Lensman · September 15 2011, 06:53 AM

That's a pretty cool version! Would prefer a version without the speaking bits.

Best version of the theme is the 2005 (Eccelston) one. Retains enough of the classic version with some symphonic "oomph" added in.

Starkers · September 15 2011, 12:40 PM

Bill Bailey is a legend!

Alidar Jarok · September 15 2011, 02:34 PM

He said "because I am Doctor Who"

For shame

Anyway, that was cute. The original version is the best, imo, if we're going down that route.

jbny67 · September 15 2011, 06:09 PM

I've seen him do that before.

The addition of the BBC Orchestra was a nice touch.

auntiehill · September 15 2011, 06:42 PM

Non Sync wrote:

I prefer the series 4 version myself.

Someone has edited all the titles in sequence. Prepare for Who Theme overdose!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6J_3rsEwYVE

I think, of all of those, I like the Eccleston one the best. The violins appeal to me more, for some reason.

Wereghost · September 15 2011, 07:09 PM

There's always this version:

Other than that, the 2005 version is great.

doubleohfive · September 15 2011, 09:18 PM

^^There's also the Mario Paint versions too.

Orac · September 15 2011, 10:42 PM

The version used from 1980 to 1984 was the best IMO.

Davros · September 15 2011, 11:27 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_pwYQ2TD3Q

Gotta go for the Jazz

Iamnotspock · September 16 2011, 12:40 AM

jbny67 wrote:

I've seen him do that before.

The addition of the BBC Orchestra was a nice touch.

Doctor Qui is a classic, but the first two minutes of this sketch is one of my favourite Who-related comedy sketches because it's just so spot on. He describes Part 1 of your average Terry Nation Dalek story with perfect accuracy!

September 15 2011, 02:10 AM	#1
23skidoo Admiral Location: Fifth Circle of Hell	Best Doctor Who Theme version ever? I'd never heard of Bill Bailey before a few minutes ago, but near as I can figure he's this generation's Victor Borge -- a classical musician who inserts comedy and humor into his shows. Here he is with the BBC Orchestra, apparently during some TV special, doing a version of the Doctor Who Theme that has to be seen to be believed. And even if you go "oh, OK he's just doing THAT, ho-hum," stick with it - it's pretty funny. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nsxt0xxNrdM I think this might be the Royal Albert Hall, where the Proms concert was held, too... Alex __________________ "These are historical documents - preserving them is important. Tarting them up for a night out in the twenty-first century is unnecessary" - Toby Hadoke, "Should mistakes in old episodes of Doctor Who be fixed on DVD" (Doctor Who Magazine #445)

September 15 2011, 02:55 AM	#3
Mitty Vice Admiral Location: RIP Lis Sladen.	Re: Best Doctor Who Theme version ever? I've seen him live before, very funny guy. Personally my favourite version of the theme is the Late Baker/early Davison era theme (and the accompanying titles). In the new series I'd have to say the second version of the theme (was it from season 2 or 3?) was my favourite. __________________ I'm being extremely clever up here and there's no one to stand around looking impressed, what's the point in having you all? - The Doctor, interrupting a very important conversation.

September 15 2011, 05:51 AM	#4
doubleohfive Fleet Admiral Location: Los Angeles, CA	Re: Best Doctor Who Theme version ever? That video is awesome. I can't decide if I like the Tennant/series 4 version or the Smith/series 5&6 version most. Either or are the best, imho. __________________ "I have never made but one prayer to God, a very short one: "O Lord make my enemies ridiculous." And God granted it." -Voltaire

September 15 2011, 06:45 AM	#5
Non Sync Captain Location: Mission Viejo, CA	Re: Best Doctor Who Theme version ever? I prefer the series 4 version myself. Someone has edited all the titles in sequence. Prepare for Who Theme overdose! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6J_3rsEwYVE __________________ "You're gonna need a bigger boat"

September 15 2011, 06:53 AM	#6
The Lensman Fleet Captain Location: Milky Way Galaxy	Re: Best Doctor Who Theme version ever? That's a pretty cool version! Would prefer a version without the speaking bits. Best version of the theme is the 2005 (Eccelston) one. Retains enough of the classic version with some symphonic "oomph" added in. __________________ "Everyone Booze Up And Riot!!" .....Milk and Cheese.....

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September 15 2011, 12:40 PM	#7
Starkers Admiral Location: Behind enemy lines...	Re: Best Doctor Who Theme version ever? Bill Bailey is a legend! __________________ Werewolves on the Moon Now with Star Trek Into Darkness review The Devils of Amber Street

September 15 2011, 02:34 PM	#8
Alidar Jarok Everything in moderation but moderation Location: Arlington, VA	Re: Best Doctor Who Theme version ever? He said "because I am Doctor Who" For shame Anyway, that was cute. The original version is the best, imo, if we're going down that route. __________________ When on Romulus, Do as the Romulans

September 15 2011, 06:09 PM	#9
jbny67 Commander Location: NY - The Real Gotham	Re: Best Doctor Who Theme version ever? I've seen him do that before. The addition of the BBC Orchestra was a nice touch.

September 15 2011, 07:09 PM	#11
Wereghost Commodore Location: Ireland.	Re: Best Doctor Who Theme version ever? There's always this version: Other than that, the 2005 version is great. __________________ "As long as war is regarded as wicked, it will always have its fascination. When it is looked upon as vulgar, it will cease to be popular." Oscar Wilde

September 15 2011, 09:18 PM	#12
doubleohfive Fleet Admiral Location: Los Angeles, CA	Re: Best Doctor Who Theme version ever? ^^There's also the Mario Paint versions too. __________________ "I have never made but one prayer to God, a very short one: "O Lord make my enemies ridiculous." And God granted it." -Voltaire

September 15 2011, 10:42 PM	#13
Orac Vice Admiral Location: Platonius	Re: Best Doctor Who Theme version ever? The version used from 1980 to 1984 was the best IMO. __________________ "Sorry, miss. I was giving myself an oil-job." - Robby the Robot (Forbidden Planet)

September 15 2011, 11:27 PM	#14
Davros Fleet Admiral Location: Kaled bunker, Skaro	Re: Best Doctor Who Theme version ever? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_pwYQ2TD3Q Gotta go for the Jazz __________________ "With great power comes great responsibility"-Uncle Ben Parker