#1 · 2024
A major symphonic work by Bartók recorded with the Boston Symphony, available on vinyl via Deutsche Grammophon.
Vinyl LPDeutsche GrammophonClassique Concerto
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Boston Symphony Orchestra
The Boston Symphony Orchestra, founded in 1881 in Boston, is a leading American symphony orchestra with a rich classical and baroque repertoire. Known for its distinguished string sections, it has a significant presence on vinyl, especially with Deutsche Grammophon releases.
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About
Boston Symphony Orchestra, Since 1881, Boston's classical symphony excellence on vinyl.
Over 10 classical LPs, mostly on Deutsche Grammophon; key pressings from US, Japan, and Europe.
Established in 1881, the Boston Symphony Orchestra is based in Boston and ranks among the country's longstanding symphony orchestras. Its catalog spans classical concertos, symphonies, and baroque music, featuring works by Bartók, Berlioz, Debussy, and Ravel among others. The orchestra collaborates with renowned labels such as Deutsche Grammophon and Telarc for many of its vinyl releases, with pressings originating from the US, Europe, Japan, and the UK. Vinyl collectors appreciate the variety of formats and authentic original pressings available for key works.
Collectors have access to about 10 vinyl releases currently cataloged, highlighting both live performances and studio recordings, with prices ranging notably.
Discography
Boston Symphony Orchestra — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Philips · 1983Ein Heldenleben
Studio
CBS Masterworks · 1983Violin Concerto / Two Romances
Live
Telarc · 1982Piano Concerto No. 4 In G Major, Op. 80
Studio
Philips · 19811812 Overture / Romeo And Juliet
Studio
CBS Masterworks · 1981Ravel* - Schéhérazade / Chansons Madécasses / Mélodies Populaires Grecques / Mélodies Hébraïques
Studio
Philips · 1980Le Sacre Du Printemps
Studio
Deutsche Grammophon · 1980Klarinettenkonzert = Clarinet Concerto · Fagottkonzert = Bassoon Concerto
Studio
Deutsche Grammophon · 1979Antiche Arie E Danze = Ancient Airs And Dances
Studio
New World Records · 1977When Lilacs Last In The Dooryard Bloom'd
Studio
Deutsche Grammophon · 1977Liszt: Faust-Symphonie / Boito: Mefistofele (Prologo)
Studio
Deutsche Grammophon · 1977Der Dreispitz = The Three-Cornered Hat
Studio
Columbia Masterworks · 1976Oedipus Rex
Studio
Deutsche Grammophon · 1976In Europe '76
Studio
Deutsche Grammophon · 1976Symphony No.4 - Central Park In The Dark
Studio
Deutsche Grammophon · 1976Shostakovich Cello Concerto No.2 - Glazounov Chant du Ménestrel
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1968Symphony No. 93 In D / Symphony No 96 In D
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1968Piano Concerto No. 3
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1968Piano Concerto No. 1
Studio
RCA Victrola · 1967New England Conservatory Chorus - Daphnis And Chloé: Suites No. 1 and 2
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1966Piano Concerto No. 1 In D Minor, Op. 15
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1966Lohengrin Complete
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1965Symphony No. 6
Studio
RCA Victrola · 1965Two Violin Concerto Masterpieces
Live
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1965Stravinsky*, Rimsky-Korsakov* - "Le Coq D'Or" Suite / "Firebird" Suite
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1964Violin Concerto No. 1 & Piano Concerto No. 5
Live
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1964The World's Greatest Marches
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1964"Jupiter" Symphony / Eine Kleine Nachtmusik
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1964Concerto No. 1
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1964Symphony No. 1
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1963Incidental Music To A Midsummer Night's Dream
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1960Appalachian Spring / The Tender Land – Suite
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1960Songs Of A Wayfarer / Kindertotenlieder
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1959The French Touch
Studio
RCA · 1957La Valse, Rapsodie Espagnole
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1957The Sea
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1956Symphony No. 2 In D, Op. 73 - Tragic Overture, Op. 81
Studio
RCA Victor Red Seal · 1956Violin Concerto (In D)
Live
RCA Victor Silver Seal · Symphony No. 5
Studio
Deutsche Grammophon · Symphony / Organ Concerto
Studio
Philips Digital Classics · Elektra
Studio
Studio album
Live / EP
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Boston Symphony Orchestra's career.
01
Immolation (With Our Lives, We Give Life)
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02
Remembrances
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03
Schindler's Workforce
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04
Stolen Memories
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05
Give Me Your Names
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06
Humoresque No. 7 in G-flat Major, Op. 101
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07
Theme from Schindler's List
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08
Pavane, Op.50 - Excerpt
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The essentials
The 3 Boston Symphony Orchestra albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2023
Berlioz's hallmark symphony presented by the orchestra with a notable Deutsche Grammophon pressing on vinyl.
Vinyl LPDeutsche GrammophonClassique Symphonie
#3 · 2023
A vinyl release pairing Debussy's Nocturnes with Ravel's orchestral works, showcasing the orchestra's baroque and classical repertoire.
Vinyl LPDeutsche GrammophonClassique Concerto
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Market values (source: Discogs)
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
Violin Concerto / Two Romances
Market position
i
Min price 3 €Max price 13 €
Average price
3,23 €
Only 37 copies for sale on Discogs
2 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Ein Heldenleben
Market position
i
Min price 2 €Max price 6 €
Average price
4,12 €
Only 31 copies for sale on Discogs
12 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Piano Concerto No. 4 In G Major, Op. 80
Market position
i
Min price 4 €Max price 9 €
Average price
7,79 €
Only 43 copies for sale on Discogs
18 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Schéhérazade / Chansons Madécasses / Mélodies Populaires Grecques / Mélodies Hébraïques
Market position
i
Min price 2 €Max price 5 €
Average price
2,21 €
Only 48 copies for sale on Discogs
2 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
1812 Overture / Romeo And Juliet
Market position
i
Min price 2 €Max price 21 €
Average price
2,61 €
Only 21 copies for sale on Discogs
6 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Klarinettenkonzert = Clarinet Concerto · Fagottkonzert = Bassoon Concerto
Market position
i
Min price 1 €Max price 17 €
Average price
5,59 €
Only 37 copies for sale on Discogs
14 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Boston Symphony Orchestra
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"The quality of the orchestra's string sections is particularly renowned."— Boston Symphony Orchestra profile
01Release
Original Japanese pressing of 'Ein Heldenleben'
A 1982 Japanese pressing of Ein Heldenleben by the Boston Symphony Orchestra on Philips is noted for its stereo LP format and collector interest, with numbered catalogues 6514 222 and 30PC-3.
02Studio
'Piano Concerto No. 4' release on Telarc in the US
The Boston Symphony Orchestra's 1982 stereo LP release of Piano Concerto No. 4 In G Major, Op. 80 on Telarc, catalog DG-10064, is a documented pressing available to collectors from the US.
03Release
'Violin Concerto / Two Romances' European original pressing
The 'Violin Concerto / Two Romances' album originally released in Europe under CBS Masterworks (catno D 37204) shows availability in original LP pressing, attracting collectors for this classical live performance.
04Pressing
CBS Masterworks variants in UK and Europe
The album 'Violin Concerto / Two Romances' has pressings in UK and Europe under CBS Masterworks label, also available in vinyl LP format with catalog number D 37204, but these are not originals.
"Founded in 1881, the Boston Symphony Orchestra remains a pillar of American classical music."— Institutional legacy note
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FAQ
FAQ: Boston Symphony Orchestra on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
When was the Boston Symphony Orchestra founded?
The Boston Symphony Orchestra was founded in 1881 in Boston, USA.
What vinyl formats are available for Boston Symphony Orchestra releases?
Vinyl formats include LP albums, with both stereo and mono versions on various labels like Deutsche Grammophon and Philips.
Which label frequently publishes Boston Symphony Orchestra vinyls?
Deutsche Grammophon is a frequent label for Boston Symphony Orchestra’s classical vinyl releases.
Are there notable original vinyl pressings from Japan?
Yes, there are original Japanese pressings such as the 1982 'Ein Heldenleben' LP on Philips with catalog numbers 6514 222 and 30PC-3.
How can I find Boston Symphony Orchestra vinyls in France?
French buyers can find Boston Symphony Orchestra vinyls through European and French sellers on vinyl marketplaces and catalog comparators.
Are Boston Symphony Orchestra vinyls common in the French market?
While not ubiquitous, Boston Symphony Orchestra vinyls appear in French markets via importers and classical music specialists.
What is the price range for Boston Symphony Orchestra vinyl records?
Prices for Boston Symphony Orchestra vinyls typically range from about €2 to €20, depending on pressing, rarity, and condition.
What are some top tracks by Boston Symphony Orchestra?
Top tracks include "Immolation (With Our Lives, We Give Life)", "Remembrances", and "Schindler's Workforce" among others.
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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 04/07/2026