CD The Glenn Gould Edition Sony Classical Beethoven Variations 2CD vintage

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Description

Double CD (2CD) of classical music presented in a standard jewel case, visible in the photo. The front cover features a monochrome image of Glenn Gould at the piano, shown in profile, in an intense and concentrated playing posture. The graphic design highlights the "The Glenn Gould Edition" logo with the stylized "GG" initials in grey and color, typical of this collection released by Sony Classical. The photographic illustration is framed in black, giving the whole a sober and elegant appearance.

The upper right corner of the jacket features the "Sony Classical" logo on a white background, as well as the "SBM Super Bit Mapping" indication, signaling a high-definition recording technology specific to certain pressings from the late 1980s and 1990s. The list of recorded works is clearly visible on the right: "Beethoven 'Eroica' Variations, 32 Variations WoO 80, 6 Variations Op.34, Bagatelles Op.33 & Op.126". This choice of repertoire, associated with the name of Glenn Gould, corresponds to a reference recording for classical piano enthusiasts.

The transparent case reveals a white inner jacket, with no other visible illustrations on the visible side. The inscriptions are clear, with no signs of erasure. No major defects, deep scratches, or cracks are observable on the visible part of the case, although a closer inspection reveals some micro-scratches from common use on the transparent plastic, typical of used CDs.

The ensemble presents a vintage aesthetic, reinforced by the typography and graphic style of the Glenn Gould Edition collection by Sony, recognizable by its sober and professional visual codes. The item is placed on a carved wooden table, adding a warm touch to the presentation, but does not affect the condition of the CD itself.

This double CD is intended for the rediscovery of major Beethoven piano works, interpreted by Glenn Gould, a Canadian pianist renowned for his unique style and analytical virtuosity.

Condition

Used item sold as is. Some fine superficial scratches are visible on the case, with no apparent impact on the readability of the front cover. The exact content of the discs and the back cover is not visible in the provided photo.

Did you know? Glenn Gould (1932-1982) is famous for his innovative interpretations of Bach and Beethoven. His "The Glenn Gould Edition" series released by Sony Classical allowed for the digital re-release of many historical recordings, benefiting from advanced remastering technologies such as Super Bit Mapping (SBM), which improves the sound reproduction of CDs pressed in the 1990s.

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