Is the Benny Hill Theme inherently comedic?

1. What is Benny Hill theme?
2. Is the Benny Hill theme copyrighted?
3. Who composed the Benny Hill theme?
4. Who owns the copyright to Yakety Sax?

What is Benny Hill theme?

The “Benny Hill Theme” is actually called “Yakety Sax” and was composed and originally recorded in 1958 by Boots Randolph and James Q. “Spider” Rich. The song didn't really catch on until they rerecorded and released it in 1963 when it went on to enter the Billboard Top 100 and chart as high as #35!

Is the Benny Hill theme copyrighted?

I had been looking for a song in the style of the Benny Hill Theme (Yakety Sax). You know, that funny chase music. ... I'm releasing it as a royalty-free alternative to the Benny Hill Theme since Yakety Sax is not public domain. That means you don't owe me any money for using it and you can use it in any project you want.

Who composed the Benny Hill theme?

The Benny Hill Show is a British comedy television show starring Benny Hill that aired in various forms between 15 January 1955 and 1 May 1989 in over 140 countries.
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Who owns the copyright to Yakety Sax?

"Yakety Sax" - By Randy Randolph and James Rich - Copyright Sony/ATV Tree Publishing - Song Copyright Information - Easy Song Licensing.