1958 Heimo Haitto Signed LP Gabriell 2453 Bach Haendel Spirituals Finnish Violin

$

250

Scarce 1958 private-press LP issued by Gabriell Records of Portland, Oregon, featuring Finnish violinist Heimo Haitto performing solo and chamber works. Side 1 includes Bach’s Chaconne and Haendel’s Passacaglia with cellist Beverly Lebeck. Side 2 features sacred and folk selections with pianist Aimee Wirkkala, including I Walked Today Where Jesus Walked, Finnish Folksongs, and Nobody Knows the Trouble.
This copy includes the original printed sleeve, signed by Heimo Haitto with a personal inscription. The signature matches known examples from prior verified sales. Even with sleeve damage, the original signed sleeve adds significant collector value.
Photo Note: The circular “ring” visible in some images is only a reflection from the ring light used during photography. It is not present on the record or cover itself. Records are photographed under this lighting to highlight surface details and flaws as clearly as possible.
Side 1 – 2453-A  Heimo Haitto (violin), Beverly Lebeck (cello) -Chaconne – Bach (Solo Violin) -Passacaglia – Haendel (Violin and Violoncello)  Deadwax: 2453 A Side-1 B-19003 ▲
Side 2 – 2453-B  Heimo Haitto (violin), Aimee Wirkkala (piano) -Largo – Haendel -I Walked Today Where Jesus Walked -It Took a Miracle -Jesus, Rose of Sharon -Nobody Knows the Trouble -I’d Rather Have Jesus -Finnish Folksongs  Deadwax: 2453 B Side-2 B-19002 ▲
Format: 12‑inch, Mono (confirmed via era, pressing codes, and collector consensus), 33 1/3 RPM Label: Gabriell Records – Portland, Oregon  Sleeve: Original printed sleeve
VG record / Fair sleeve. Disc has strong gloss with sleeve scuffing and surface noise throughout. A few pops and audible rubs noted. Sleeve has heavy seam splits, water damage, and possible mold on back. Front cover is signed by Heimo Haitto, with inscription matching known examples. Playback may vary depending on equipment; sold as-is.
Photo Note: The circular “ring” visible in some images is only a reflection from the ring light used during photography. It is not present on the record or cover itself. Records are photographed under this lighting to highlight surface details and flaws as clearly as possible.