Daniel Barenboim - Ouvertures / Invitation A and similar items

Catalog Number: 2531-215 Condition Details: Import from France. Vinyl plays nicely (play-graded). Gate-fold cover has a few creases near edges; very light-scuffing and surface impressions (front/back/inner-gate); discoloration spots (inner-gate/back); slight discoloration on inner-gate; sticker near top-right on back. Inner-sleeve is original (poly-lined paper with care instructions in French). Spine is easy-to-read with very mild-wear. Very little shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge; minor wear to corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.) Tracks: Les Noces De Figaro - Ouverture K. 492 Obron - Ouverture Manfred, Op. 115 (Ouverture D'Aprs Le Pome Dramatique De Byron Le Songe D'Une Nuit D't, Op. 21 (Ouverture D'Aprs Shakespeare) Invitation La Valse, Op. 65 (Rondo Brillant) Les Joyeuses Commres De Windsor - Ouverture About The Record: Ouvertures / Invitation A La Valse, by Daniel Barenboim, is a collection of orchestral overtures. Recorded during Barenboims tenure as music director of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, it highlights his interpretive depth and the orchestras renowned precision in delivering vibrant performances of these Romantic and Classical pieces. The album includes Webers Oberon overture, noted for its innovative orchestration, which reflects the eras fascination with programmatic music. No specific hit singles emerged from this classical compilation, as it focuses on orchestral overtures rather than popular song formats. Historically, the album underscores Barenboims significant influence in bridging European musical traditions with American orchestral excellence, cementing his legacy with the CSO.