Monty Norman, the British composer who composed the theme tune for the James Bond films died July 11. He was 94

Mr. Norman got his first guitar when he was 16. He performed with big bands and in a variety act with comedian Benny Hill before writing songs for early British rockers Cliff Richard and Tommy Steele. He also composed for stage musicals.

Mr. Norman was hired by producer Albert “Cubby” Broccoli to compose a theme for the first James Bond film, “Dr. No,” released in 1962. The result was a twangy, propulsive theme that has been used in all 25 Bond thrillers.