RCA Victor Symphony Orchestra – Air For G String / Minuet & Dance of the Blessed Spirits
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Issued in the UK on His Master’s Voice under catalogue number 7ER 5052, this stereo 7‑inch EP presents two beautifully recorded performances by the RCA Victor Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Fritz Reiner, one of the most respected conductors of the twentieth century. The A‑side features Bach’s Air for G String from the Suite No. 3 in D Major, rendered with the clarity and poise that defined Reiner’s orchestral work, the strings carrying the familiar melody with a calm, unhurried grace.
The reverse side offers Gluck’s Minuet and Dance of the Blessed Spirits from Orfeo ed Euridice, Act II, a contrasting piece notable for its lightness and lyrical charm. Both recordings reflect the polished orchestral sound associated with Reiner’s collaborations and sit firmly within the Classical tradition, making this EP a pleasing example of mid‑century classical releases on the HMV label. For collectors of orchestral 45s and early stereo issues, this remains an elegant and evocative item.
RCA Victor Symphony Orchestra – Air For G String / Minuet & Dance of the Blessed Spirits
Issued in the UK on His Master’s Voice under catalogue number 7ER 5052, this stereo 7‑inch EP presents two beautifully recorded performances by the RCA Victor Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Fritz Reiner, one of the most respected conductors of the twentieth century. The A‑side features Bach’s Air for G String from the Suite No. 3 in D Major, rendered with the clarity and poise that defined Reiner’s orchestral work, the strings carrying the familiar melody with a calm, unhurried grace.
The reverse side offers Gluck’s Minuet and Dance of the Blessed Spirits from Orfeo ed Euridice, Act II, a contrasting piece notable for its lightness and lyrical charm. Both recordings reflect the polished orchestral sound associated with Reiner’s collaborations and sit firmly within the Classical tradition, making this EP a pleasing example of mid‑century classical releases on the HMV label. For collectors of orchestral 45s and early stereo issues, this remains an elegant and evocative item.
