Ace Records
Various - Tea & Symphony: The English Baroque Sound 1968-1974 (2xLP) (180g) (colored vinyl)
Various - Tea & Symphony: The English Baroque Sound 1968-1974 (2xLP) (180g) (colored vinyl)
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Various - Tea & Symphony: The English Baroque Sound 1968-1974 (2xLP)
Immerse yourself in the sophisticated sonic tapestry of Tea & Symphony: The English Baroque Sound 1968-1974, a meticulously curated Various vinyl record that unearths a unique musical movement. This double LP invites the listener into a refined world where classical elegance met the burgeoning creativity of the late sixties and early seventies, offering a truly distinctive Classical/Baroque vinyl LP experience.
About the Album
Ace Records, renowned for its discerning compilations, presents this fascinating exploration of the "English Baroque Sound" — a stylistic confluence that saw contemporary artists of the era infuse their work with intricate arrangements and ornate melodies reminiscent of classical baroque. This collection meticulously chronicles the period between 1968 and 1974, revealing a rich vein of sophisticated, often overlooked, music that transcends typical genre boundaries and offers a fresh perspective on the 1960s and 1970s vinyl records landscape.
The Vinyl Experience
This premium audiophile vinyl pressing delivers the nuanced beauty of these recordings with exceptional clarity. Pressed on substantial 180-gram colored vinyl across two LPs, each needle drop promises a warm analog sound, allowing the intricate instrumentation and dynamic range to truly shine on your turntable. It's an essential addition for any serious collector seeking a unique sonic journey.
- Format: 2xLP (Double LP)
- Artist: Various (Curated by Ace Records)
- Genre: English Baroque Sound, Classical-influenced, 1968-1974
- Perfect For: Audiophiles, collectors of unique compilations, enthusiasts of sophisticated 1960s and 1970s music.
Collector's Note
Few compilations so artfully illuminate a specific, understated musical trend as this Ace Records release. This pressing of Tea & Symphony is a testament to the enduring appeal of expertly curated music, offering a deep dive into an era where classical grandeur found new expression within popular song, making it a true crate digger's holy grail.
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Our dedicated vault team carefully packages and ships all orders within 24 to 48 hours. You will receive a tracking link immediately upon shipment so you can trace your package journey to your sound system.
We ship every vinyl record in premium double walled heavy duty cardboard mailers with thick bubble inserts and extra corner protectors. LPs are placed behind the jacket during transit to completely eliminate seam splits ensuring your record arrives in pristine condition.
To maintain our uncompromising grading integrity and preserve the delicate nature of physical media all vinyl record sales are final. Because our curators double inspect every copy under high intensity light and play test rare releases to verify audio fidelity we guarantee the exact condition and authenticity described before it leaves our vault.
We recommend gently wiping the record with a carbon fiber anti static brush before and after every playback to remove surface dust. For deep cleaning always use specialized alcohol free record cleaning fluid and a microfiber cloth wiping in a gentle circular motion following the grooves.
We strictly adhere to the Goldmine Grading Standard. Every archive copy is meticulously inspected under high intensity light. Any pre owned or rare import pressings are professionally play tested to guarantee the exact audio fidelity and grade described.
A 180g record is significantly thicker and heavier than standard vintage pressings. This added weight provides superior physical stability on the turntable platter reducing wow and flutter during playback and protecting the record from warping over time under changing temperature conditions.
Our expert curators spend years building direct networks with licensed international distributors private estates and legendary collectors around the globe. We only acquire original copy presses from verified RIAA certified pressing plants and trusted historic suppliers ensuring every archive item is one hundred percent authentic.