Joseph Keilberth – Max Reger 4 Tone Poems after Arnold Böcklin RARE 3 x 78 EX+
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Description

Rare 78 RPM classical shellac recording of Four Tone Poems after Arnold Böcklin by German composer Max Reger, conducted by noted German conductor Joseph Keilberth.
The work was inspired by paintings by Swiss symbolist artist Arnold Böcklin and represents one of Reger’s most evocative orchestral compositions.
Record Details
Composer: Max Reger
Work: Four Tone Poems after Böcklin
Conductor: Joseph Keilberth
Inspiration: Paintings by Arnold Böcklin
Format: 78 RPM Shellac Record(s)
Genre: Classical / Orchestral
Condition: E+ (Excellent Plus)
Type: Rare historic orchestral recording
Max Reger’s orchestral works are less frequently encountered on early recordings, making 78RPM editions of the Böcklin tone poems particularly collectible among classical and historic recording collectors.s.
What’s on it (the 4 tone poems)
Der geigende Eremit (The Hermit Fiddler) Im Spiel der Wellen (In the Play of the Waves) Die Toteninsel (The Isle of the Dead) Bacchanal
Label style seen on this set: black with gold lettering, BIEM marking (shown on labels) credited as “The German Philharmonic Orchestra” with Keilberth on Telefunken issue
SUPERB Condition SIDES A & B HAVE BEEN PHOTOGRAPHED PLEASE SEE PHOTOS FOR FURTHER DETAILS GRADING DOES NOT INCLUDE THE LABEL, BUT THE SHELLAC PLAYING SURFACE ONLY SHIPPING WEIGHT 2kg CATEGORY
N- No visible signs of wear or damage. E+ Appears new, with very few signs of handling, such as light paper scuffs. E Shiny with a few scuffs and scratches. E- Still shiny but without the luster of a new record, few scuffs and light scratches. V+ Average condition 78 in which scuffs and general use has dulled the finish somewhat. V Moderate, even wear throughout, but still very playable. May have surface noise and light distortion. G Worn and scratched. Music should still be above noise and distortion. G- Wear and scratch damage extensive


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