The history and creation of the ‘CBS Evening News’ theme

By NewscastStudio • June 1, 2016

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CBS Evening News Theme Music Composer Joel Beckerman

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As part of its introduction of a new theme song, “CBS Evening News” took viewers on a historical and behind-the-scenes look at its music.

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CBS borrows from political coverage for new ‘Evening News’ theme music

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