Vinyl Records from Era Before 1900: A Journey Through Time
The dawn of recorded music, before the advent of modern technology, was a time when sounds were captured through innovative and often painstaking methods. Vinyl records from this era, specifically those created before 1900, hold a unique significance in the history of music. These early recordings were made using cylinder phonographs or gramophones, which relied on physical contact between the recording device and the material being recorded.
The earliest known recordings date back to the late 1800s, with Édouard-Léon Scott de Martinville's 1860 recording of "Au Clair de la Lune" being a notable example. These early records were made on cylinders, which were played using a needle that etched grooves onto the material. As technology improved, flat discs (also known as gramophone records) became more widespread, allowing for mass production and wider distribution. This period saw the rise of famous recording artists like Enrico Caruso, whose iconic voice captured the hearts of audiences worldwide.
The vinyl records from this era are not only a testament to the innovative spirit of inventors and musicians but also a window into the cultural and social context of the time. They offer a glimpse into the lives of people who lived through significant historical events, such as the Industrial Revolution or the rise of urbanization. As we listen to these records today, we are transported back in time, allowing us to appreciate the beauty and simplicity of music from a bygone era.
Early Masterpieces Sibelius, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra **free postage
Price: £6.00
Condition: Used
1966 Franz Lahar The Count Of Luxembourg Highlights Vinyl Album Record LP Hilde
Price: £0.00
Condition: Used
LONDON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA "RESPIGHI THE BIRDS" MERCURY SGI 75023 VINYL LP
Price: £6.99
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Johann Strauss - The Waltzes of Johann Strauss (LP) | RDM 2016 | VG+ VG |
Price: £4.20
Condition: Used
Haydn, Concertos For Horn Neville Marriner - 1966 Vinyl LP Record Argo ZRG 5498
Price: £2.90
Condition: Used
Don Giovanni Highlights – Mozart; Leinsdorf; Vinyl LP (RCA Victor - RB 6654)
Price: £4.99
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Schubert Lieder; Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau; Vinyl LP (HMV ASD 2273)
Price: £4.49
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Johannes Brahms "Paganini Variations" John Lill Piano 1970 DG Vinyl LP #2530 059
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Telefunken LP GMA 24 Hindemith Nobilissima Visione etc Joseph Keilberth Vinyl EX
Price: £8.49
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Telefunken LP GMA 24 Hindemith Nobilissima Visione etc Joseph Keilberth Vinyl Lp
Price: £7.14
Condition: Used
Bach Starker Suites For Unaccompanies Cello Complete 6LP Box New 0753088901676
Price: £258.48
Condition: New
Lillie (12" Vinyl Album, 1978 Decca) Soundtrack from LWT Television Series
Price: £2.99
Condition: Used
Piano Concerto Tchaikovsky / Franck; Ogden Barbirolli; Vinyl LP (alp1991
Price: £5.99
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Eric Robinson's World of Music Readers Digest Box Set 1972. 10 vinyl records
Price: £3.90
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The Golden Age Of The Music Hall Empire Palace Shepherd's Bush Vinyl Album 70s
Price: £4.95
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Mozart Clarinet Trio Quintet; Melos Ensemble Vinyl LP (HMV ASD 605)
Price: £4.99
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1981 Jacques Offenbach Overtures Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra Vinyl Album LP 33
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Beethoven Violin Concerto; Menuhin Klemperer; Vinyl LP (HMV ASD 2285)
Price: £4.99
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MILITARY ENSEMBLE Of LONDON: Music Of Wellington's Time. UK Vinyl 1975 CFP40230
Price: £4.00
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Michel Debost - L'Âge D'Or Des Flûtistes CCA1084 VG+/VG Vinyl LP (v1)
Price: £20.00
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Beryl Reid - Music Hall Singalong (12" Vinyl LP, 1974 Music For Pleasure)
Price: £2.99
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"19TH CENTURY AMERICAN BALLROOM MUSIC" USA NONESUCH H-71313 VINYL LP
Price: £6.99
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Kathleen Brady The Ladies and Gentlemen of the Colony A Pianoforte Concert Recor
Price: £17.38
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Salvation Army Christmas Vintage Vinyl EMI Quality 1960's 12" Regal Record
Price: £18.00
Condition: Used
HMS Pinafore & Trial By Jury Quality Vinyls EMI Gilbert & Sullivan Concert New!!
Price: £24.99
Condition: New
RARE Emmerich Kalman Die Csardasfurstin Grafin Mariza Vinyl Album Record LP
Price: £0.00
Condition: Used
1981 Jacques Offenbach Overtures Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra Vinyl Album LP 33
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Condition: Used
Symphony Nos 4 & 5 - Beethoven; Toscanini; Vinyl LP (RCA RB 16103)
Price: £4.99
Condition: Used
Elijah Highlights - Mendelssohn; Sargent Harwood Lewis; Vinyl LP (HMV ASD 625)
Price: £4.99
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A Treasury of Concert Favourites. Set of 10No. Vinyl Records. Worn Condition
Price: £20.00
Condition: Used
Wilhelm Furtwängler Wilhelm Furtwängler: Complete Studio Recordings... (Vinyl)
Price: £52.72
Condition: New