The Cleveland Orchestra, Lorin Maazel - The Sounds Of America: 1776-1976 (2xLP, Album) (M / NM or M-)

Media Condition:  Mint (M)
Sleeve Condition: Near Mint (NM or M-)
Comments:
Factory sealed.

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Country:    US  
Released:  1976
Genre:       Electronic, Non-Music, Classical
Style:         Contemporary, Spoken Word, Classical

Notes:

Recorded at as special concert in commemoration of the American Bicentennial and TRW's 75th Anniversary, January 11, 1976, at Severance Hall, Cleveland, Ohio. Housed in a gatefold sleeve with LP sides in 1/4 and 2/3 configuration. "Music for a Festive Occasion" for electronic tape with orchestra, completed fall 1975, commissioned by TRW for this occasion. World premiere. "Appreciation is expressed to The Contemporary Music Ensemble of The Cleveland Institute of Music, Larry Baker, director, for its participation in the performance of Donald Erb's compostiion." (liner notes)

A1. Overture To "Candide"
A2. Welcome
. Readings
A6. Chester, From "New England Triptych"
A7. The Gift To Be Simple, From "Old American Songs"
A8. Variations On A Shaker Theme, From "Appalachian Spring"
. Readings
B1. Lento, From "Afro-American Symphony"
B2. American Salute, Variations On "When Johnny Comes Marching Home"
B3. Solitude
. Readings
B7. Redding Center, Conn., From "Three Places In New England"
C1. Reading: Selections From "Walden"
C2. Music For A Festive Occasion
. Readings
C5. Largo, From "New World Symphony"
D1. Reading: From "Some Remarks To The New England Society"
D2. The Entertainer, Rag
D3. Reading: A Poor Unfortunate
D4. I Got Plenty O' Nuttin', From "Porgy And Bess"
D5. Excerpts From "Porgy And Bess Suite"

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Pressed By Columbia Record Productions