Experience the virtuosic brilliance of Zino Francescatti with this classic 4-track 7 1/2 IPS reel-to-reel tape, featuring the timeless Violin Concertos of Tchaikovsky and Mendelssohn. Francescatti's emotive renditions are accompanied by the prestigious New York Philharmonic and The Cleveland Orchestra, under the batons of conductors George Szell and Thomas Schippers. The high-fidelity sound captures the nuanced performances with exceptional clarity, providing a rich auditory experience. This compilation, released in 1965 by Columbia Records, is a must-have for classical enthusiasts and collectors alike. The multicolor cardboard sleeve houses the reel, which plays for an enjoyable 57:17, showcasing the masterful work of composers Tchaikovsky and Mendelssohn, as well as the craftsmanship of horn, trombone, clarinet, bassoon, timpani, oboe, flute, strings, and trumpet. The tape's stereo sound is a testament to the era's classical romantic style, pressed in the United States with catalog number MQ 742.    The reel tape is in very good condition with the box in good plus condition showing normal wear including fading, discoloration, staining/spotting on the front and back of the box, staining/spotting/scuff marks and discoloration on the spine label, handwritten initials on the back of the box, air bubbles on the back of the box, and scratch/scuff/smudge marks.  The inside of the box shows discoloration.  The tape label shows handwritten initials and scuff marks.  Photos may show a slight difference in color due to exposure.  Tape is sold "As Is" and "Untested", therefore, please review all the photos in detail as this will be the actual item you will be receiving.  If you have any questions, please feel free to email me.  As always, thanks for visiting.