Historic Opera Recording – Edison 4-Minute Cylinder #3508 “Rigoletto Selection Part 1”

🎼 Edison 4-Minute Cylinder #3508 — “Rigoletto Selection: Part 1” Performed by the American Symphony Orchestra

Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Verdi’s Rigoletto with this evocative orchestral selection, captured on Edison Blue Amberol Cylinder #3508. Issued during the height of the 4-minute cylinder era (circa 1912–1915), this recording showcases the American Symphony Orchestra in a stirring interpretation of Verdi’s dramatic themes—an ambitious feat of early acoustic orchestration.

From the haunting motifs of “La donna è mobile” to the tension-laced ensemble passages, this Part 1 selection distills the opera’s emotional arc into a compact yet powerful format. The cylinder’s crisp fidelity and dynamic phrasing reflect Edison’s commitment to premium musical reproduction, making it a standout in any collection of historic opera recordings.

Ideal for collectors of:

• Edison Blue Amberol cylinders
• Early 20th-century orchestral recordings
• Opera highlights and historic performance practices

🔹 Condition Note: As with all 4-4 Time offerings, this cylinder has been professionally inspected and preservation-mindedly housed to ensure archival longevity. It’s in very good condition.

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