I've finally got around to listing my collection of the Great Musicians, published in the UK in 1969 (previously in Italy in 1966 where the series originated).

Patrons of the series were Sir John Barbirolli, Yehudi Menuhin & Sir William Walton - that was a really spectacular endorsement.

The series differed from subsequent collections in the top quality of the information and artwork alike, and in the most excellent quality of the vinyl records that were an integral part of each issue.

I am grading both the 'magazine' (for want of a better term) and the record itself as Excellent.

Should you be seeking a particular volume please get in touch - I am offering each item at the same price of £6.65 (originally 13/11!) with free delivery, and will happily offer a discount for multiple purchases. 

Here to be sold - with free postage, of course

(I try to pitch my stuff below the market in the hope of actually selling something - it's not cheaper because it's inferior. Quite the contrary on most occasions - and I never use 'stock' photos; what you see is what you will get!)

Please take a look at my other listings - always an eclectic(!) selection.

The following was issued by 'Record Collector' Magazine as a Grading Guide. I apply the same principles to Compact Discs & DVDs:

MINT: The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. The cover and any extra items such as the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition. Records advertised as Sealed or Unplayed should be Mint.

EXCELLENT: The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and / or creasing.

VERY GOOD: The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, is acceptable.

GOOD: The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches. The cover and contents suffer from folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discolouration, etc.

FAIR: The record is still just playable but has not been cared for properly and displays considerable surface noise; it may even jump. The cover and contents will be torn, stained and / or defaced.

POOR: The record will not play properly due to scratches, bad surface noise, etc. The cover and contents will be badly damaged or partly missing.

BAD: The record is unplayable or might even be broken, and is only of use as a collection filler.