CD Glenn Gould Wagner Siegfried Idyll Sony Classical Piano Transcriptions

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Description

This audio CD features a classical music recording, released under the Sony Classical label, with a jacket highlighting the renowned pianist and conductor Glenn Gould. The visible side of the case shows a color photograph of Glenn Gould, framed with a gold border on a white background, accompanied by inscriptions detailing the musical content. The main title reads: "GLENN GOULD CONDUCTS WAGNER'S SIEGFRIED IDYLL," followed by the mention "Gould's Conducting Debut and Final Recording," signaling a significant moment in the artist's career.

In the lower part of the jacket, there is the mention "Piano Transcriptions" as well as the list of works performed: "SIEGFRIED IDYLL · DIE MEISTERSINGER · GÖTTERDÄMMERUNG," all by Richard Wagner. The Sony Classical logo, with its distinctive hologram, is clearly visible in the upper right corner, attesting to the official release of the disc.

The CD case is a standard type, with a black spine and a transparent plastic jewel case. The front cover shows no major visible defects, with the exception of slight handling marks on the plastic, typical of a used item. The graphic design of the jacket, sober and elegant, emphasizes Glenn Gould's name in red and Wagner's works, making it easy to identify for any classical music or piano enthusiast.

The photograph of Glenn Gould, placed in the center, is clear and well-printed. No other illustrations or patterns are visible on this side. The overall impression clearly evokes an edition intended for demanding music lovers, seeking both sound quality and the meticulous presentation of a product released by a major record label.

The CD is presented upright against a background evoking classical architecture, but only the front of the case is visible; no information is available here regarding the back or the inner booklet.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Slight marks on the plastic case, with no apparent chips or cracks on the visible side. Clean jacket with no visible tears.

Did you know? Glenn Gould, an internationally renowned Canadian pianist, is primarily known for his interpretations of Bach's works. However, he also distinguished himself in transcribing and conducting Wagner's works, including the "Siegfried Idyll," which was both his first and last recording as a conductor, a rare fact in his discography.

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