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If you follow the NFL Draft, you've likely heard a chime that goes off throughout the program.
What is that chime? It's a special sound that lets viewers know that a draft pick is ready to be announced.
But what is the origin of this sound, and who orchestrated it?
There's been different variations of the NFL Draft chime before the one we all know today. According to the New York Times, the chime first appeared in 2004 with the No. 2 pick.
A year later, it was adjusted to resemble the NYSE bell. Then-commissioner Paul Tagliabue announced Alex Smith as San Francisco’s top selection. However, neither version endured. Bob Christianson was tasked with creating a new chime to debut during the 2006 NFL Draft.
ESPN dropped a video explaining the origin of the famous chime:
Roger Goodell, who was in his first year as commissioner, approached the podium with the Houston Texans holding the No. 1 pick. Goodell announced Mario Williams as the pick, but the music did not play. For whatever reason, the chime wasn’t played until the eighth pick. The announcement was about the Buffalo Bills selecting safety Donte Whitner, who marked the beginning of a new era for the catchy chime.
You can download the NFL Draft chime on platforms like Soundboard.com and ZEDGE. These sites offer ringtones and sound effects that you can use to personalize your smartphone.
Bob Christianson has composed a wide range of music across different genres and mediums. According to his website, Christianson has produced music for artists such as Aretha Franklin, Chaka Khan, Jan Hammer, Judy Collins, Diana Ross & Rupert Holmes.
He’s also composed several works for TV. Some of his notable works include:
— USA TODAY Network Charles Curtis contributed to this report.
This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: Who created the NFL Draft chime that's now stuck in your head?
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What is that chime? It's a special sound that lets viewers know that a draft pick is ready to be announced.
But what is the origin of this sound, and who orchestrated it?
Who created the NFL Draft chime?
There's been different variations of the NFL Draft chime before the one we all know today. According to the New York Times, the chime first appeared in 2004 with the No. 2 pick.
A year later, it was adjusted to resemble the NYSE bell. Then-commissioner Paul Tagliabue announced Alex Smith as San Francisco’s top selection. However, neither version endured. Bob Christianson was tasked with creating a new chime to debut during the 2006 NFL Draft.
ESPN dropped a video explaining the origin of the famous chime:
Who was the first player to be called under the NFL Draft chime?
Roger Goodell, who was in his first year as commissioner, approached the podium with the Houston Texans holding the No. 1 pick. Goodell announced Mario Williams as the pick, but the music did not play. For whatever reason, the chime wasn’t played until the eighth pick. The announcement was about the Buffalo Bills selecting safety Donte Whitner, who marked the beginning of a new era for the catchy chime.
Can you download the NFL Draft chime for your ringtone?
You can download the NFL Draft chime on platforms like Soundboard.com and ZEDGE. These sites offer ringtones and sound effects that you can use to personalize your smartphone.
What other themes has Bob Christianson produced?
Bob Christianson has composed a wide range of music across different genres and mediums. According to his website, Christianson has produced music for artists such as Aretha Franklin, Chaka Khan, Jan Hammer, Judy Collins, Diana Ross & Rupert Holmes.
He’s also composed several works for TV. Some of his notable works include:
- "A Christmas Carol: The Concert:" an orchestral adaptation of the classic Dickens story.
- "Grail, The Rock Musical of The Future:" a sci-fi rock musical inspired by the Fisher King legend.
- "Take Me America:" a musical about asylum seekers.
- "Sex and the City:" where he was a frequent composer for the HBO series.
- NCAA Basketball Theme: an iconic sports theme for CBS.
- Various sports themes: composing over 25 award-winning themes for CBS, ESPN, and ABC.
- "Mysteries at the Museum:" a Travel Channel series.
- "The Blue Angels: A Year in the Life:" a documentary for the Discovery Channel.
— USA TODAY Network Charles Curtis contributed to this report.
This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: Who created the NFL Draft chime that's now stuck in your head?
Continue reading...
