The Man Behind the Iconic ‘Seinfeld’ Theme Song


Great Big Story talks with composer Jonathan Wolff about how he came up with the unmistakable, completely improvised synth-bass sounds for the theme song for Jerry Seinfeld’s beloved ’90s sitcom, Seinfeld.

“Meet composer Jonathan Wolff; he’s responsible for writing the theme songs to more than 44 television shows, including “Saved by the Bell: The College Years,” “Will & Grace,” and most famously, “Seinfeld.” Here’s how he created a theme song about nothing, that changed every show.”

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