Ives – Symphony No. 3 & Central Park in the Dark – Leonard Bernstein / New York Philharmonic – Reel to Reel Tape 7" 1/4" 7½ IPS Columbia Stereo Tape
Explore the bold and introspective soundscapes of Charles Ives with this vintage reel-to-reel recording featuring Symphony No. 3 ("The Camp Meeting") and Central Park in the Dark, conducted by the legendary Leonard Bernstein with the New York Philharmonic. Issued on Columbia Stereo Tape, this 7-inch reel at 7½ IPS captures Ives’ distinctly American voice in stunning analog fidelity.
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Composer: Charles Ives
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Works: Symphony No. 3 ("The Camp Meeting") & Central Park in the Dark
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Conductor: Leonard Bernstein
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Orchestra: New York Philharmonic
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Label: Columbia Stereo Tape
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Reel Size: 7 inches
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Tape Width: 1/4 inch
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Playback Speed: 7½ IPS
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Genre: Classical / 20th Century / American Modernism
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Condition: Tape is in very good condition, tested and plays smoothly with no issues. Reel is clean and evenly wound. Original box included, showing light/moderate shelf wear, artwork and spine intact.
Highlights:
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Symphony No. 3 – Winner of the 1947 Pulitzer Prize; a nostalgic, hymn-inspired reflection on American life
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Central Park in the Dark – A haunting, atmospheric tone poem that evokes New York’s restless silence and urban tension
This reel is an essential piece for collectors of American classical music, Bernstein’s discography, and reel-to-reel audiophiles seeking rare, thoughtful performances with emotional depth.
A masterful pairing of conductor and composer — modern American music, preserved in rich analog stereo.
