Richard Baker Presents – These You Have Loved Volume Two (Original 1972 UK Classical Vinyl LP)

Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of definitive orchestral and vocal masterpieces with this original 1972 UK pressing of Richard Baker Presents: These You Have Loved Volume Two. Released on the esteemed Classics for Pleasure label (Catalog Number: CFP 40294), this beautifully curated compilation features a selection of the world's finest classical music highlights, compiled by the legendary BBC broadcaster Richard Baker.

The record spans monumental performances from world-class conductors and virtuosos, featuring definitive pieces such as J.S. Bach's Air on the G String, Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata (First Movement), and Elgar's stirring Nimrod. Housed in its original vintage gatefold-style portrait sleeve carrying prominent portrait vignettes of the celebrated performers, this entry is an excellent addition for both seasoned classical collectors and vinyl enthusiasts tracking down premier mid-century UK pressings.

1. J.S. Bach: Air (From Suite No. 3 In D Major, BWV 1068) – Yehudi Menuhin / Bath Festival Chamber Orchestra
2. Vaughan Williams: Linden Lea – Janet Baker (Contralto) / Gerald Moore (Piano)
3. Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 14 In C Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 ("Moonlight" - First Movement)* – Walter Gieseking (Piano)*
4. Lehár: You Are My Heart's Delight (From "The Land Of Smiles") – Nicolai Gedda (Tenor) / Graunke Symphony Orchestra / Willy Mattes
5. Elgar: Nimrod (Variation 9 From "Enigma Variations", Op. 36) – Sir Adrian Boult / London Symphony Orchestra
6. Fauré: Agnus Dei (From "Requiem", Op. 48) – Choir Of King's College, Cambridge / New Philharmonia Orchestra / David Willcocks

1. Sibelius: Intermezzo (From "Karelia" Suite, Op. 11) – Sir John Barbirolli / Hallé Orchestra
2. Bizet: Au Fond Du Temple Saint (From "The Pearl Fishers", Act 1) – Nicolai Gedda (Tenor) / Ernest Blanc (Baritone) / Orchestre De La Théâtre National De L'Opéra, Paris / Pierre Dervaux
3. Prokofiev: Symphony No. 1 In D Major, Op. 25 ("Classical" - Third Movement: Gavotta)* – Rafael Frühbeck De Burgos / New Philharmonia Orchestra*
4. Rossini: Duetto Buffo Di Due Gatti – Victoria De Los Angeles (Soprano) / Elisabeth Schwarzkopf (Soprano) / Gerald Moore (Piano)
5. J. Strauss II: On The Beautiful Blue Danube - Waltz, Op. 314 – Sir John Barbirolli / Hallé Orchestra

• Media Grading: Very Good Plus (VG+) – The heavy vintage vinyl disc retains a high glossy sheen and deep reflection. Shows only a few very light, faint surface hairlines under inspection lighting. Playback is remarkably clean, quiet, and dynamically bright with minimal background surface warmth.
• Sleeve Grading: Very Good (VG) – The non-gatefold laminate-front sleeve displays honest age-appropriate shelf storage wear, minor corner rubbing, and faint ring wear on the reverse matte cardboard finish. The spine is firm and completely legible.
• Inclusions: Complete with a clean, replacement plain white paper protective inner sleeve.