Igor Markevitch was one of the twentieth century's most distinguished conductors, renowned for his precise, incisive interpretations of the French and Russian repertoire. A former prodigy composer turned maestro, his recordings for Philips and Deutsche Grammophon remain touchstones of mid-century orchestral excellence.
Format: Pre-Recorded Cassette
Label: Philips Festivo Series (7310 107)
Year: 1960 (recording copyright)
Country: Printed in The Netherlands / Made in England (tape)
Condition:Case: Good condition with intact hinges and no cracks visible
Inlay: Light age toning to the cream card, minor edge wear, text remains clear and legible
Tape: Grey shell in excellent condition with clean Philips label, no damage to shell or tape windows
Track Listing:Side 1:"Carmen" Suite No. 1
- Prélude - Les toréadors
- Aragonaise
- Intermezzo
- Les Dragons d'Alcala
"Carmen" Suite No. 2
- Marche des contrebandiers
- Habanera
- Nocturne
- Le garde montante
- Danse bohème
Side 2:"L'Arlésienne" Suites Nos. 1 & 2
(from release knowledge — not fully visible in photographs)
Performed by Orchestre des Concerts Lamoureux conducted by Igor Markevitch.