Sir André George Previn (né Andreas Ludwig Priwin) (1929-2009) KBE
German-American composer, pianist, and
conductor, and was considered one of the most multi-talented musicians of
our day.
He has won four Academy Awards and ten Grammy Awards for his
recordings.
These 6 CDs feature the London Symphony Orchestra's performances of
Symphonies Nos. 1-9 by Ralph Vaughan Williams, conducted by André
Previn. Total running time of 222 minutes.
Released by RCA Gold Seal in 1990.
The CD set is
perfect for classical music enthusiasts who want to experience the
beauty of Vaughan Williams' symphonies.
These CDs are a great
addition to any music collection, and the performances by the London
Symphony Orchestra are impeccable. With this CD set, listeners can enjoy
the intricate details of each symphony and the amazing conducting
skills of André Previn.
Originally released on LP as a 7LP compilation of recordings made between 1968-1972, RCA Red Seal SER 5649-55
Contents of CDs
GD 90500 - A Sea Symphony (no. 1)
GD 90501 - A London Symphony (no, 2), Concerto Accademico, The Wasps: Overture
GD 90503 - Symphony no. 3 (Pastoral), Symphony no. 4
GD 90506 - Symphony no. 5, Three Portraits from "The England of Elizabeth"
GD 90508 - Symphonies no. 6 & 9
GD 90510 - Symphony no, 7 (Sinfonia Antarctica), Symphony no. 8
Photo of review of the original LP set (without fillers) 1984 Penguin Guide shown in picture.
PRICED TO SELL - on day of listing (June 6, 2025), I saw a listing of the later 2016 "white box" reissue by Sony Music for $50.
This one has full jewel cases & liner notes for each CD.
Save on postage, as the white box is listed in the USA.
June 2, 2026 - starting price reduced to $50
WILL NOT BREAK UP THIS SET - will ship wrapped in bubble wrap in sturdy cardboard mailing box
Postage discounts given if you buy multiple items from me