Felix Mendelssohn / London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado – 5 Symphonien / Ouvertüren (CD, 1985, Deutsche Grammophon 415 353-2)

Why This CD Matters
This recording features Claudio Abbado conducting the London Symphony Orchestra in Mendelssohn’s complete symphonies alongside three of his most celebrated concert overtures. Abbado’s Mendelssohn cycle remains a respected entry in the Deutsche Grammophon classical catalog. Early digital-era DG compact discs continue to attract collectors.

Collector Note
1985 West German CD release on Deutsche Grammophon, catalog number 415 353-2. Manufactured in West Germany during the early years of commercial compact disc production.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
CD: VG+ with light signs of normal handling
Case: VG+ with light shelf wear
Booklet: VG+ with light handling wear

Technical Details
Format: CD, Compilation, Stereo
Label: Deutsche Grammophon – 415 353-2
Country: West Germany
Released: 1985
Genre: Classical
Style: Romantic

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Symphony No. 1 In C Minor, Op. 11
Symphony No. 2 In B-Flat Major, Op. 52 "Lobgesang"
Symphony No. 3 In A Minor, Op. 56 "Scottish"
Symphony No. 4 In A Major, Op. 90 "Italian"
Symphony No. 5 In D Major / D Minor, Op. 107 "Reformation"
A Midsummer Night's Dream Overture, Op. 21
The Fair Melusina Overture, Op. 32
The Hebrides Overture, Op. 26

Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs.
Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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