Sad Geek-news to report this morning. Neal Hefti, the man who composed the theme song for the 60's Batman TV show, has died. He was 85 years old, and passed away suddenly over the weekend at his home.
Neal Hefti's notable achievements include the iconic theme of the 1960s superhero series Batman, which became a Top 40 hit and won a Grammy Award in 1966 for best instrumental theme. He also composed music for The Odd Couple,Barefoot in the Park and Harlow, which featured his classic track Girl Talk.
His son said the Batman theme was Neal Hefti's most difficult piece, taking him at least one month to compose the driving bass and explosive trumpet bursts.
"He threw away more music paper on this thing than any other song," Paul Hefti told The Associated Press. "It got down to the blues with a funny guitar hook, the lowest common denominator and a fun groove."
In my personal opinion, the 60's Batman theme is one of the greatest TV show themes in history. It's so catchy, and when I start to sing it I can't get it out of my head for days on end. Don't believe me? Just take a listen:
Now try not to hum that all day. I dare you.
Farewell Mr. Neal Hefti, and thank you for your wonderful contribution to Geek culture. May you rest in peace!
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