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From: "Baoshan Sheng | International Classical Music Database" 
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> Hi Tom:
> Have a look at a project: http://a9music.com (somewhat stale, we're 
> working
> at it now).
> Try to make some search and exploration. I want to know if this is what 
> you
> need.
> Any kinds of critics is truly welcomed.
>
Not AT ALL what I expected! What I (and other 78 collectors) am looking for
is a discography covering 78 rpm classical recordings, providing recording
dates and probably conductors (of orchestral recordings) and identifying
featured soloists when/if they exist. Your database seems to concentrate
on CD (re)issues; I do NOT specifically collect classical records, but have
picked up a large handful via buying large accumulations of 78 rpm
records. As a result, what I would like to see is a (rather large) 
discographic
work which would provide recording dates (and places?) for classical
records just as ADBD does for dance band 78's...?!

Given that about 99% of the classical 78's were issued on either (RCA)
Victor or Columbia...both of which still retain their recording ledgers...it
should be possible (although involving a lot of work) to compile a
substantial discography of classical 78's...?!

Steven C. Barr