Sibelius The Complete Symphonies [6 LP][Limited Edition]

Numbered/Limited Edition, 6LP Set

Recorded between 1952 and 1955, these ffrr recordings from the Mono era represent the first complete collection of the Sibelius symphonies. The project was initiated by Victor Olof, a legendary Decca producer, who had the foresight to select one of the prominent conductors of the past century, Anthony Collins.

Notably, this is not only the first complete Sibelius cycle, but also one of the very few recording projects consulted with the composer himself.
Before the beginning of the project, Collins sought the composers advice and in response to a lengthy telegram of detailed questions received in reply: Conductor must have liberty to get performance living.

Due in equal parts to the transparency and depth of Deccas ffrr (full frequency range recording) technique, and the precision and excellence of the London Symphonys playing, Collins recordings reveal the sheer wonder of the scores shifting textures that prior recordings could not capture.

Combined with Collins sense of excitement and inspiration, these recordings form a set of historical significance that has stood the test of time.

The Lacquers were created by Sean Magee at Abbey Road Studios. Transfers were made from original Mono tapes. High-quality 180gm pressings from OPTIMAL.


Collins had made his name composing scores for the RKO studios, earning three Oscar nominations, before Victor Olof invited him to record with the London Symphony Orchestra. The result was a Sibelius cycle that is yet to be bettered. - The Sunday Telegraph, 2009

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Lift-off lid box
New notes by Sibelius specialist Robert Layton
Numbered Limited 6LP Edition
The recordings that helped to bring Sibelius in from the cold in the fifties have stood the test of time.
The Guardian, 1997