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Symphonic Dances

by London Philharmonic Orchestra · 1971

11 pressings6 countriesRomanticModernClassical

Symphonic Dances was first pressed on vinyl in 1971. Every vinyl pressing is listed below with its label, catalog number and runout codes, so you can tell an original from a reissue.

How to spot a first pressing of Symphonic Dances

2 pressings came out in 1971, the album's first year. Compare the label and catalog number on your copy, then the codes etched or stamped in the runout groove (the dead wax around the label): they are the surest sign of an early pressing.

Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.

All 11 vinyl pressings

By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.

1970s2 pressings
YearCountryLabel and catalog numberFormat
1971UKStereo Gold Award MER 335First yearLP, Album, StereoLP, Album, Stereo
1971UKStereo Gold Award Series MER 335First yearLP, Album, Compilation, StereoLP, Album, Compilation, Stereo
1980s1 pressing
YearCountryLabel and catalog numberFormat
1982USAudio Award AA-219LP, AlbumLP, Album
Year unknown8 pressings
YearCountryLabel and catalog numberFormat
?AustraliaStereo Gold Award GA-35LP, AlbumLP, Album
?AustraliaMusic For Pleasure MFP-A8258 / Music For Pleasure MFP 8258LP, StereoLP, Stereo
?CanadaStereo Gold Award GA-35LP, AlbumLP, Album
?FranceMondio Music MM 73LP, Album, StereoLP, Album, Stereo
?GermanySonic 9012LP, StereoLP, Stereo
?UKStereo Gold Award MER 335LP, Album, Reissue, StereoLP, Album, Reissue, Stereo
?UKStereo Gold Award Classics MER 335LP, Album, Compilation, StereoLP, Album, Compilation, Stereo
?UKStereo Gold Award MER 335LP, Album, Reissue, StereoLP, Album, Reissue, Stereo

Tracklist

  1. A1Sabre Dance2:37
  2. A2Hungarian Dance No. 52:40
  3. A3Bolero - Dance D'Castille4:53
  4. A4Ritual Fire Dance4:07
  5. B1Polovetsian Dances From "Prince Igor"5:55
  6. B2Gypsy Wedding Czardas8:50
  7. B3Dance Of The Tumblers3:38

Questions

How many vinyl pressings of Symphonic Dances are there?

11 vinyl pressings of Symphonic Dances are listed here, from 6 countries, released between 1971 and 1982.

When was Symphonic Dances first released on vinyl?

The earliest pressings are from 1971, in UK. One of them is Stereo Gold Award MER 335.

How do I tell if my copy of Symphonic Dances is a first pressing?

Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use MER 335) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.

How much is Symphonic Dances on vinyl worth?

It depends on which pressing you have and on the condition of the record and its sleeve. Early pressings from the album's home country in near mint condition are usually worth the most; common later reissues are worth far less. Scan your copy with VinylLens to see its value for every grade.

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