R. Vaughan Williams – Fantasia On A Theme By Thomas Tallis / Fantasia On Greensleeves / The Lark Ascending / Five Variants Of “Dives And Lazarus” (CD, 1985, Argo 414 595-2)

Why This CD Matters
This recording presents several of Vaughan Williams’ most celebrated orchestral works, including The Lark Ascending and Fantasia On A Theme By Thomas Tallis. Conducted by Neville Marriner, the performances emphasize the composer’s pastoral English orchestral style and lyrical string writing.

Collector Note
1985 West German CD pressing on Argo featuring the Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields conducted by Neville Marriner. Early West German classical CDs and Vaughan Williams recordings continue to maintain stable collector interest.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
CD: VG+ with light signs of normal handling
Case: VG+ with light shelf wear
Booklet: VG+ with light handling wear

Technical Details
Format: CD, Album
Label: Argo – 414 595-2
Country: West Germany
Released: 1985
Genre: Classical
Style: Modern, Romantic

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Fantasia On A Theme By Thomas Tallis 15:13
Fantasia On Greensleeves 4:15
The Lark Ascending 16:04
Five Variants Of “Dives And Lazarus” 13:00

Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs.
Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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