Just heard Wheel of Fortune will be bringing this theme back with a modernized feel to it, which has me hyped for the 39th season. Long live the "wheel."
Takes me back to the good old days when I used to watch Wheel of Fortune with my grandmother and she would always beat me at solving the puzzles. God bless the Wheel and God bless Pat Sajak and Vanna White for putting on a terrific show!
Today, that being September 8, 2021, the show announced that they're going to have a reworked version of the Changing Keys theme at the beginning of the season on September 13. I'm actually surprised Sony worked something out with Merv Griffin's estate that they'd be able to use it, but I'm happy about it as well. 😀
Yes, and considering it was officially discontinued as the show's theme after Merv retired from the executive producer position in 2000 (after having spent several years sharing producer duties with Friedman before turning it all over to him) the fact we're getting it back after nearly 21 years is a total surprise. This is an unexpected and nostalgic development. Guess they were finally able to negotiate with the estate for it's use in the show again.
Look at this studio, filled with glamorous prizes! Fabulous and exciting merchandise, including this: Work up a sweat in this $19,000 home gym! Sheer dazzling excellence… this $6800 diamond bracelet! And for the latest in home entertainment, watch this $2500 big screen TV! Over $89,000 just waiting to be won today on Wheel of Fortune! And now, here’s your host, Pat Sajak!
Look at this studio! Filled with glamorous prizes! Fabulous and exciting merchandise, including this... Have a home away from home with this $10,200 travel trailer! This gorgeous $16,000 sapphire and diamond ring! And be the envy of the entire neighborhood when you drive around in this $30,000 Corvette! Over $117,000 just waiting to be won today on WHEEL OF FORTUNE!
Happy 40th Birthday Anniversary to the Classic Theme Song "Wheel of Fortune"..... Never forget that.... That was my childhood memories.....I mean,it really brought back my flooded childhood memories... period... Things are changing 40 years later in 2023..... and this theme song takes the cake....Pat Sajak and Vanna White is still kicking and rocking today... Thanks for playing 💙🧡💎
Probably the first theme song I committed to memory. I watched this show with my parents in the 80's & 90's. "I would like to buy an A." "I'll spin!" (lands on Bankrupt) Cue slide whistle. Edit: Oh, and I'm recalling all this from before Double Dare hit the airwaves in '88.
did they do anything different with the logo to differentiate daytime from syndication? like how for syndication I *THINK* just for season 1, the theme started at 0:56
@@disneydanny2 Right you are about season 1...the true intro with the glissando effect at 0:00 didn't start until season 2, in 1984. The CGI version of the logo, which was seen just before Jack Clark's opening announcement concluded, wasn't there until season 3 (1985-86).
@@disneydanny2 Also, the very first "Changing Keys" theme (where the intro begins from 0:56) debuted on the daytime run starting August 8, 1983, one month before the syndication version began its impressive run.
This is the 2nd Wheel Of Fortune theme use, 1st was out in 1974-1983, when the series came out in daytime and still used this theme song version on the daytime edition. This 'Changing Keys' theme was used from 1983-1989 Seasons 1-6 (The 1980s) the 1st Changing Keys theme 2nd-1989-1992, Smooth Jazz Arrangement 3rd-1992-1994,Smoother Jazz Arrangement (The Mid 90s) with electric guitar 4th-1994-1997 Big Band Arrangement 5th-1997-2000 Big Band Smoother Arrangement Changing KEys was by MErv Griffin (1983-1997) Some other themes came after Changing Keys 2000-2002 2002-2006 2006-Present
technically its the 3rd. This is the second version of changing keys. The first one started where the 55 second mark in this version is which you can hear in the 1983-1984 season
I agree. The current theme is not as great as "Changing Keys". I would be okay if they used it as part of a "Throwback Week" or something to that tune, no pun intended. Even "Jeopardy!" and "Price is Right" know better than not to mess with success as both shows have kept their respective themes in the time they have existed making only minor changes.
Will N Not sure I can agree with you on that. Yeah, Bob was a legend but not without some of the controversies. The set looks way better now because of all the updates they made, and Drew looks very comfortable now and made the show his own style, with his own way of handling the models (the Models Rule episode during one April Fools episode would've never happened under Bobs hosting, and yeah, model turnover happened with Bob as well). Now the models seem more a part of the show and more involved with it than just there. I think the show has become even better now. Sorry, but I just think it does.
There's a trick to make this theme repeat itself, but it has to be done manually. At about 1:40 or so, when the music begins to build toward the fanfare, click 0:25 to make the theme repeat itself. If it's timed right, it will sound in sync as though it were actually repeating. Pretty cool.
@@bluebear1985 Good point and also, they stopped the Shoppers Format when they moved to CBS and the Nighttime Syndicated Version stopped their format beginning in the Fall of '87
@@tnawcwvictoria That's right; they first did that as a month-long test run to see if the new all-cash format got higher ratings. It did, and shopping was no more on the syndicated version; the daytime version did not follow suit until moving from NBC to CBS in July 1989.
That part around the middle where the main melody seems to take a short break, make a loop, and come back around to rejoin (1:03 or 1:04 mark)-- it seems to remind me of when I was on the road with my father for Wal-Mart headed for Cullman, AL, and I-20 went under I-59 in Birmingham, made a left turn, and merged into I-59 to run concurrently.
@SonnyJamesJefferson I agree with you that "Changing Keys" needs to comeback. BUT this exact version of the theme wouldn't work too well. They should do an updated version of "Changing Keys". If they can update the Jeopardy! theme, they can update this for Wheel of Fortune!
The only way we could see the classic "Wheel of Fortune" episodes would be if Sony Pictures Television (the current rights holders to the show) created their own network.
Dan Wicht That won't happen. Right now, TPIR has too many hurdles to clear to be aired in repeats. Classic Concentration is owned by NBC and they've said no to GSN, so they will probably say no to BUZZR as well.
Oddly enough, a local radio station in my hometown once had a promotion called that. It had something to do with barbecue season if I remember correctly.
When Wheel of Fortune debut a Nighttime Syndicated Version, this was the 1st theme used and then, the Daytime Version on NBC later dropped the Big Wheels Theme with Changing Keys Yes, this was the 2nd theme used during the NBC Studios in Burbank, CA Years Pat & Vanna held the fort down on both the Daytime Version and on the Syndicated Version which they continue to do to this day Rolf Benirschke was the last host of the Daytime Version of Wheel during its days at the NBC Studios in Burbank, CA Wheel of Fortune became NBC's longest running Game Show of the 80's and it's the 2nd longest running Game Show in the history of the Peacock Network, the 2nd longest behind The Original Concentration and both lasted longer than The Original Hollywood Squares and The Original JEOPARDY! God Bless Pat & Vanna and God Bless You Merv Griffin, R.I.P. Sir and Thank You for makin' Wheel of Fortune an American Classic Wheel of Fortune is Produced By Merv Griffin Enterprises A Unit of Coca-Cola Television Califon Productions, Inc. Wheel of Fortune was my dad's favorite Game Show
Just heard Wheel of Fortune will be bringing this theme back with a modernized feel to it, which has me hyped for the 39th season. Long live the "wheel."
They did
They did for the 40 the Anniversary .
Look at this studio, filled with glamorous prizes, fabulous and exciting merchandise!
Over 272,000 just waiting to win on wheel of fortune and now here's your host Pat Sajak
Yep
@@demariosmith700 Thanks M.G.! Now allow me introduce our hostess, Vanna White!
"Z, 4, Q, another Q, a third Q, and the Batman symbol." "Is it Alex Karris in Webster?"
Joshua Linders I don’t believe it... 😲
ParaWarnerViacom-17 Enterprises, Inc. Ok you’ve got $1300, why not pick a few prizes from our showcase
"How much for the fat guy in the circle?"
@@michaelh.mcginnis1568 That's you.
Temple 92
Oh, embarrassing. In that case, I’ll take the rest on a gift certificate.
That's why the theme is called Changing Keys, the key signature is always changing in the accompaniment or sheet music.
This is so freaking heartwarming
I dunno, maybe it's the nostalgia but this theme is just so happy.
Takes me back to the good old days when I used to watch Wheel of Fortune with my grandmother and she would always beat me at solving the puzzles. God bless the Wheel and God bless Pat Sajak and Vanna White for putting on a terrific show!
Today, that being September 8, 2021, the show announced that they're going to have a reworked version of the Changing Keys theme at the beginning of the season on September 13. I'm actually surprised Sony worked something out with Merv Griffin's estate that they'd be able to use it, but I'm happy about it as well. 😀
Yes, and considering it was officially discontinued as the show's theme after Merv retired from the executive producer position in 2000 (after having spent several years sharing producer duties with Friedman before turning it all over to him) the fact we're getting it back after nearly 21 years is a total surprise.
This is an unexpected and nostalgic development. Guess they were finally able to negotiate with the estate for it's use in the show again.
@@justinmiddleton8818 I feel like it's the perfect send-off for Pat and Vanna now that they're in their last few years on the show.
Look at this studio, filled with glamorous prizes! Fabulous and exciting merchandise, including this:
Work up a sweat in this $19,000 home gym!
Sheer dazzling excellence… this $6800 diamond bracelet!
And for the latest in home entertainment, watch this $2500 big screen TV!
Over $89,000 just waiting to be won today on Wheel of Fortune!
And now, here’s your host, Pat Sajak!
Thanks Jack. Welcome to Wheel of Fortune. Please give a big round of applause for our hostess, Vanna White. Oh Vanna!
My first theme song as a kid. It still sticks in my head.
Reminded me of when WoF was on many CBS stations, even in NY and DC.
According to deadline they are bringing back "Changing Theme" for start of Season 39
In my opinion, this is, by far, the best version of Wheel of Fortune...BY FAR!
Dac719 !
Look at this studio! Filled with glamorous prizes! Fabulous and exciting merchandise, including this...
Have a home away from home with this $10,200 travel trailer!
This gorgeous $16,000 sapphire and diamond ring!
And be the envy of the entire neighborhood when you drive around in this $30,000 Corvette!
Over $117,000 just waiting to be won today on WHEEL OF FORTUNE!
@David Heller ... And no Vanna White til later!!!! (Applause)
0:56 This portion would be used for the intro (for Season 1 mostly).
RIP Jack Clark and Charlie O!
Thank you, Jack. Welcome to Wheel of Fortune. Please give a big welcome for our hostess, Vanna White. Oh Vanna!
There were 2 theme songs that were revived in 2021, this one AND the NHL on ESPN!
I Miss Hearing This Theme Song
Me too
Dont worry, the theme's coming back this new season(about damm time!!)...just newly revised a little, as far as I heard.
Glad to hear changing keys back on wheels
This really was the best one.
1:51 Puzzle solve
Ah...this is the version I remember from my childhood. The old Wheel set looks so gaudy by today's standards, but man, was it fun to watch!
"WHEEL OF FORTUNE" is Produced by Merv Griffin Enterprises!
Distributed by KingWorld!
By far the best version of this famous theme! Cheers!
Happy 40th season Wheel! Here's to an XL year! Pat & Vanna are the BEST!
Bring this back! :D
It's Official They Brought Back The Changing Keys Theme In Season 39 Yesterday
An instant classic this old WOF theme!!
I love this theme. It is so beautiful.
It's sometimes called, "Changing Keys".
If you listen to it, you can hear why it’s called that.
Happy 40th Birthday Anniversary to the Classic Theme Song "Wheel of Fortune"..... Never forget that.... That was my childhood memories.....I mean,it really brought back my flooded childhood memories... period...
Things are changing 40 years later in 2023..... and this theme song takes the cake....Pat Sajak and Vanna White is still kicking and rocking today... Thanks for playing 💙🧡💎
August 8, 1983 on NBC
September 19, 1983 in syndication
Probably the first theme song I committed to memory. I watched this show with my parents in the 80's & 90's.
"I would like to buy an A." "I'll spin!" (lands on Bankrupt) Cue slide whistle.
Edit: Oh, and I'm recalling all this from before Double Dare hit the airwaves in '88.
Takes me back to being a kid in the 1980s...man I missed this!!!
This and the 1989 theme are my two favorite Wheel themes. I do like the 1975 theme for the nostalgia value of the Woolery days.
mine too. I never noticed until just recently the ending of the '89 theme wasn't the puzzle solve cue like it was in this version.
@@disneydanny2 But they did use a similar variation for the 1989-92 edition of the puzzle solve cue.
I agree
Over $200,000 of prizes just waiting to be won tonight on wheeeeeeeellllllllll oooooffffffff forrrrrtunnnneeeee!!!!!
I just love that theme!
Looking at that logo with the song on makes me feel like I am also in the old times as well!
did they do anything different with the logo to differentiate daytime from syndication? like how for syndication I *THINK* just for season 1, the theme started at 0:56
@@disneydanny2
Right you are about season 1...the true intro with the glissando effect at 0:00 didn't start until season 2, in 1984. The CGI version of the logo, which was seen just before Jack Clark's opening announcement concluded, wasn't there until season 3 (1985-86).
@@disneydanny2
Also, the very first "Changing Keys" theme (where the intro begins from 0:56) debuted on the daytime run starting August 8, 1983, one month before the syndication version began its impressive run.
That was absolutely brilliant! Loved it!
@Godzillaman remember when the studio audience used to "oooo" and "awwe" between prizes? That was the good ole days for you.
I grew up with this theme music of Wheel of Fortune in the late 80's (1987-1989).
This is the 2nd Wheel Of Fortune theme use,
1st was out in 1974-1983, when the series came out in daytime and still used this theme song version on the daytime edition.
This 'Changing Keys' theme was used from 1983-1989 Seasons 1-6 (The 1980s) the 1st Changing Keys theme
2nd-1989-1992, Smooth Jazz Arrangement
3rd-1992-1994,Smoother Jazz Arrangement (The Mid 90s) with electric guitar
4th-1994-1997 Big Band Arrangement
5th-1997-2000 Big Band Smoother Arrangement
Changing KEys was by MErv Griffin (1983-1997)
Some other themes came after Changing Keys
2000-2002
2002-2006
2006-Present
technically its the 3rd. This is the second version of changing keys. The first one started where the 55 second mark in this version is which you can hear in the 1983-1984 season
@Christian Dixie
Very early on, "Happy Wheels" contained shades of the "Changing Keys" riff, but the 2006 re-recording of the same tune does not.
@@jsweetsgetsfitjoeysweet330
The first half (the first 55 seconds) of the theme didn't exist in 1983... how strange!
This is actually the 3rd.
It debuted in 1975 not 74.
0:56 Look at this studio filled with fabulous and exciting merchandise
In 1983.
I like this older theme much better than the new one WOF has nowadays. The new one sucks, no offense to those that like the new WOF.
As an 18 year old, I didn't know that they used this for the 80s. So they basically just brought it back for the 39th season? Nice to know.
I play this to retreat into the orbit of the 80s.
I miss changing keys better than the theme they use now should go back to this theme.
I agree. The current theme is not as great as "Changing Keys". I would be okay if they used it as part of a "Throwback Week" or something to that tune, no pun intended. Even "Jeopardy!" and "Price is Right" know better than not to mess with success as both shows have kept their respective themes in the time they have existed making only minor changes.
Will N Not sure I can agree with you on that. Yeah, Bob was a legend but not without some of the controversies. The set looks way better now because of all the updates they made, and Drew looks very comfortable now and made the show his own style, with his own way of handling the models (the Models Rule episode during one April Fools episode would've never happened under Bobs hosting, and yeah, model turnover happened with Bob as well). Now the models seem more a part of the show and more involved with it than just there. I think the show has become even better now. Sorry, but I just think it does.
A new version is being used for Season 39!
@@danwicht402 They Brought Back The Changing Keys Theme In Season 39
The theme to dinner time as a kid with the little 9-ish inch TV on the kitchen counter
Ryan Seacrest Named The New Host Of Wheel Of Fortune For Season 42!!! 👍👏 📺
1:15, I love that part!
I love this theme to Wheel of Fortune it's easy to dance to!
There's a trick to make this theme repeat itself, but it has to be done manually. At about 1:40 or so, when the music begins to build toward the fanfare, click 0:25 to make the theme repeat itself. If it's timed right, it will sound in sync as though it were actually repeating. Pretty cool.
And Now here's you're Host Pat Sajak
They brought this theme song back.
RIP Merv Griffin! Such a great piece of music :)
This is Rohan Padiyar speaking. "Wheel Of Fortune" is a production of Sony Pictures Television and is distributed by CBS Television Distribution.
During this era, it would be "Wheel of Fortune is distributed by CBS Television Distribution; produced by Sony Pictures Television."
Elevator music! But the version i grew up with.
from the sony pictures studios it,s americas game " wheel of fourtune" and here is your host pat sjax and vanna white
"WHEEL OF FORTUNE" is Produced by Merv Griffin Enterprises!
Distributed by King World!
uesd till 1989 tthats the year i was born
Well, in that case, I'll take the rest on a gift certificate."
This is the only Wheel theme that I remember.
Same here. I'm glad that they kept that other game show before this shows theme
Same theme used when Peter Griffin had that epic solve in the Bonus Round!
This was actually used from 1984-1989. The first year this was used, it was a different mix and it started in a different spot.
Nice theme intro from 83-89
Yes, this was used for NBC Daytime and Nighttime Syndication from 1983-1989
Videotaped at NBC Studios Burbank, CA
It’s back for tonight’s season premiere! I thought it sounded familiar!
Here's to the late great Merv Griffin for writing this tune (and creating the show Jeopardy and producing wheel of fortune!!)
Probably a reason Family Guy went with the classic wof theme.
Trumpet and tenor sax all together
Happy 48th anniversary wheel of fortune
1983-89 theme of Wheel Of Fortune is now renamed PAT & VANNA,S THEME after Pat Sajak and Vanna White by Jason A.Routhier Baltimore Md.
This version was used until Wheel of Fortune switched taping facilities from NBC to CBS.
Just curious, I wonder why Wheel moved from NBC Studios Burbank to CBS Television City HOLLYWOOD?
@@tnawcwvictoria Probably because NBC cancelled the daytime show. It only made sense that they had to pick up and move.
@@bluebear1985 Good point and also, they stopped the Shoppers Format when they moved to CBS and the Nighttime Syndicated Version stopped their format beginning in the Fall of '87
@@tnawcwvictoria That's right; they first did that as a month-long test run to see if the new all-cash format got higher ratings. It did, and shopping was no more on the syndicated version; the daytime version did not follow suit until moving from NBC to CBS in July 1989.
The band on the Merv Griffin Show did this. Merv played piano, Jack Sheldon on trumpet, Plas Johnson on tenor sax. Great band.
😮
I did not know that.
The same Jack Sheldon who sang "Conjunction Junction" and "I'm Just a Bill" for _Schoolhouse Rock?_
The one and only Jack Sheldon!
WOF stands for Wheel Of Fortune. Sorry, I forgot to say that in my last comment.
I love the Hawaiian twist to this theme @ 0:41-0:55.
the best version
I mainly grew up with Alan Thicke.s 1975-1983 Wheel Of Fortune theme & Merv Griffin.s CHANGING KEYS 1983-89 THEME!!
Yes I remember this one!
1:51 is the puzzle solve fanfare
and o0:56 is where the theme started in the first season of syndication
this just slaps really well 🔥
That part around the middle where the main melody seems to take a short break, make a loop, and come back around to rejoin (1:03 or 1:04 mark)-- it seems to remind me of when I was on the road with my father for Wal-Mart headed for Cullman, AL, and I-20 went under I-59 in Birmingham, made a left turn, and merged into I-59 to run concurrently.
"WHEEL OF FORTUNE" is A Merv Griffin Production,
Distributed by King World Productions Incorporated!
"WHEEL OF FOURTUNE" is A Merv Griffin Production!
Distributed by King World Productions, Inc.!
1:04 vanna comes out
Actually 1:03.
Pat Sajak: Welcome to Wheel of fortune nice to have you with us and now let's welcome our hostess here she is is the lovely VANNA WHITE OH VANNA
I heard this tune may be making a comback
it’s official, it’s back.
@SonnyJamesJefferson I agree with you that "Changing Keys" needs to comeback. BUT this exact version of the theme wouldn't work too well. They should do an updated version of "Changing Keys". If they can update the Jeopardy! theme, they can update this for Wheel of Fortune!
telewatcher89 what about the 1989 version
@@sancm8898
Or the slightly laid-back 1992 version...
They brought it back
nice!
How did Merv do it? How did he write this awe-inspiring theme song?
By saving a boatload of money not paying Alan Thicke royalties using the "Big Wheels" theme in syndication.
Merv Griffin is playing the piano in Changing keys.@@OliveOyl12590
@@ericpurkey7502
He is also playing a Yamaha DX7 synthesizer and a LinnDrum!
That show's how talented Merv Griffin was he also was a crooner.@@ClassicTVMan1981X
@@ericpurkey7502
He had sang before, in big bands.
buzzr should get that show with the changing keys theme
The only way we could see the classic "Wheel of Fortune" episodes would be if Sony Pictures Television (the current rights holders to the show) created their own network.
Sony already has. It's called Game Show Network.
Hopefully, Buzzr will eventually add "Price is Right" and "Classic Concentration" to their line-up.
Dan Wicht That won't happen. Right now, TPIR has too many hurdles to clear to be aired in repeats. Classic Concentration is owned by NBC and they've said no to GSN, so they will probably say no to BUZZR as well.
Yes, that's right. It would probably take a miracle to get those two on.
I wish that the late George Duke did a cover of Changing Keys, either the way he did it with TSOP or uptempo smooth jazz tone.
agreeded.
It.s too bad that Chuck Woolery & Susan Stafford never made a visit to the Wheel Set years later when Pat Sajak and Vanna White was running the show.
The only time I’ve heard this one was on SNL.
I use this as my ringtone on my cellphone
This version is a little cleaner to where the melody isn’t overshadowed as much by the rest on some of the revisions. Still a good song either way.
Any chance you could upload a high quality version of the 1989-1992 version? Every version I've found so far sound muffled.
"Changing Keys"
This reminds me of star trek
family guy bought me here.
sancm8898 Seriously?
how? LGR brought me here
I remember getting beat to this song
WHEEL...OF...MEAT!
Oddly enough, a local radio station in my hometown once had a promotion called that. It had something to do with barbecue season if I remember correctly.
Tonight at 7:30 after Jeopardy on channel 6!
When Wheel of Fortune debut a Nighttime Syndicated Version, this was the 1st theme used and then, the Daytime Version on NBC later dropped the Big Wheels Theme with Changing Keys
Yes, this was the 2nd theme used during the NBC Studios in Burbank, CA Years
Pat & Vanna held the fort down on both the Daytime Version and on the Syndicated Version which they continue to do to this day
Rolf Benirschke was the last host of the Daytime Version of Wheel during its days at the NBC Studios in Burbank, CA
Wheel of Fortune became NBC's longest running Game Show of the 80's and it's the 2nd longest running Game Show in the history of the Peacock Network, the 2nd longest behind The Original Concentration and both lasted longer than The Original Hollywood Squares and The Original JEOPARDY!
God Bless Pat & Vanna and God Bless You Merv Griffin, R.I.P. Sir and Thank You for makin' Wheel of Fortune an American Classic
Wheel of Fortune is Produced By Merv Griffin Enterprises A Unit of Coca-Cola Television
Califon Productions, Inc.
Wheel of Fortune was my dad's favorite Game Show
Composed by Alan Thicke. #RIP
You're thinking of "Happy wheels" from the debut theme of Wheel of Fortune 1975-1983. Also rest in peace Alan Thicke!
@@deadwalke9588 It was called Big Wheels. Happy Wheels didn't debut till 2000.
January will be wheel of fortune's 49th anniversary
Sorry, not 1:40...1:43 is about right.
Do you have the Hawaiian version of Changing Keys?
Wasn't 1:51 one of the old puzzle solve cues?
It was. I'd like to solve the puzzle.
THIS IS THE BEST!