This batch was dominated by two sets. One was the only opera we have on LP: Don Giovanni in the version which was used as the soundtrack to the Joseph Loseley film. This is slightly cut but still three LPs’ worth. The other set is Tchaikovsky’s first three symphonies conducted by Karajan. I’m finding that his symphonies are in general just too long for two to fit on one CD, but one on its own is a bit short.
The batch finished with the New World symphony, with the Scottish National Orchestra conducted by Jarvi; there must be a jinx on the recorded quality of this symphony, as this one had a heavy scratch. Finally, Shostakovich’s 1st and his Festive Overture on a Supraphon conducted by Ancerl.