Frederick Stock and the Chicago Symphony, Vol. 5 (2-CD)

We offer studio and live recordings of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, featuring its music directors along with notable guest conductors, soloists and the Chicago Symphony Chorus. Most recent CSO titles are released on the Orchestra’s own label, CSO Resound, while classic and reissued recordings include releases on Decca, Deutsche Grammophon, RCA, Sony and other major labels. The Store also carries select recordings by recent guest artists and titled artists.

Most recordings are available on CD, with select titles offered as SACDs, digital downloads or video releases. Available formats vary by title and are listed on each product page.

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Most recordings feature the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, often joined by the Chicago Symphony Chorus, guest conductors and featured soloists. Performer information for each recording is listed on its product page.

The catalog includes historic performances from the 1930s and 1940s through current-season releases. Recording dates, venues and other release details are listed on each product page.

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Most CSO recordings sold by the Symphony Store are produced or licensed by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Association and are part of the Orchestra’s official catalog. The Store also carries select recordings by guest artists, titled musicians and other performers connected to the CSO; these titles are sourced from trusted distributors.