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    What instrument or device makes the sound at the start of the 'Dr. Who' theme music?

    Question #66358. Asked by darkpresence. (May 30 06 5:51 PM)


    ceetee

    		This link will explain all.
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doctor_Who#Music

    Ron Grainer and the BBC Radiophonic Workshop were credited on all episodes of the original Dr Who series (ie up to Sylvesterr McCoy) , but I'm not sure if that extends to the recent (brilliant)series.

    May 30 06, 6:15 PM

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