Written by Ron Grainer, and then famously arranged and recorded by Delia Derbyshire in 1963, the Doctor Who theme song has been adapted and covered many times, and even referenced by Pink Floyd. In the hands of comedian Bill Bailey, the song comes out a little differently–a little like a Belgian Jacques Brel-esque jazz creation. This recording of “Docteur Qui” apparently comes from the DVD Bill Bailey’s Remarkable Guide to the Orchestra. Enjoy…
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