Samuel Barber Symphony #1 In One Movement OP9 Vinyl LP Hanson Eastman-Rochester
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Description
This specific record was released in October 1957.
The recording sessions actually took place a few years earlier—the Symphony No. 1 was recorded in 1955, while the pieces on the other side (like the Adagio for Strings) were recorded as early as 1952. However, they were compiled and released under this catalog number (MG50148) in late 1957.
Historical Context of 1957
The End of the Mono Era: This was one of the last major "Mono-only" releases for Mercury. Just a year later, in 1958, they began releasing their famous Stereo "SR" series.
High Fidelity Boom: By 1957, the "Living Presence" branding was at its peak. The label was marketing these records to people with new home "Hi-Fi" systems, promising that the sound was as close as possible to sitting in the concert hall.
The Artists: At this time, Howard Hanson and the Eastman-Rochester Orchestra were the premier champions of American classical music, helping to make Samuel Barber a household name in the U.S.
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