Television Introductions Narrated TV Program Openings since 1949 [Hardcover]

Terrace seems a tireless historian of television and radio, with more than 30 books to his credit. This new volume is 'the only documented history of narrated television program introductions.' Such introductions are uncommon today, but were a staple of yesteryear. Terrace offers 'more than nine hundred,' including attempts to note variations among seasons and syndication. Arranged by genre, then title, the entries include network, broadcast years, series description, cast, and theme music. . . .Many of these introductions turn up on YouTube, depending on copyright restrictions. One appendix lists theme songs with show title, years of original broadcast, song title, and composer(s). Another appendix lists commercial releases of TV shows and related music, specifying format. . . .Though probably a deep niche publication, this book has potential value for researchers and especially fans. Summing Up: Recommended. General readers and researchers.Television programs past and present often have opening narrations; for example, for the 1950s show Superman it was 'And who, disguised as Clark Kent, mild-mannered reporter for a great metropolitan newspaper, fights a never ending battle for truth, justice, and the American Way,' and for the long-running Soap Opera Days of Our Lives it is 'Like sands through the hour glass, so are the Days of Our Lives.' Terraces reference source is a directory of over 900 television series and their introductory vocal narratives. Terrace is also the author of 36 books on television, including the Encyclopedia of Television Subjects, Themes and Settings and The Television Specials. The programs are divided into alphabetically arranged chapters by specific genres: Comedy Programs, Drama and Adventure Programs, Westerns, Science Fiction Programs, Anthology Programs, Childrens Programs, Soap Operas, Talk and Variety Programs, Game and Quiz Shows, and Court Programs. Each entry includes the name of the show; network where show aired; original blÃ: