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Ted Heath And His Music – Strike Up The Band
1953 · US · London Records · Vinyl LP Album
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Oct 18, 2026
- MMint
- $22.81
- NMNear Mint
- $20.41
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $15.61
- VGVery Good
- $10.81
- G+Good Plus
- $6
- GGood
- $3.60
- FFair
- $2.40
- PPoor
- $1.20
9 copies listed on Discogs from $1.55.
These are reference estimates from Discogs sold/asking data for this exact pressing, not offers and not a guaranteed price. Actual value depends on condition, completeness and current demand. Any active seller offers on this page are listed separately above.
Offers · 1
- $11ref VA-C2E56Media VG · Very Good🇺🇸 Ships from United States
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Specifications
- Artist
- Ted Heath And His Music
- Genre
- Jazz
- Style
- Big Band, Swing
- Year
- 1953
- Label
- London Records
- Catalog number
- LL 750
- Country
- US
Tracklist
- A1Strike Up The Band
- A2Obsession
- A3Clair De Lune
- A4The Piper's Patrol
- A5Vanessa
- A6Hot Toddy
- B1On The Bridge
- B2Alpine Boogie
- B3You Are My Heart's Delight
- B4Alouette
- B5La Mer
- B6Hawaiian War Chant
- Arranged By
- Alan Bristowe
- Arranged By
- Reg Owen
About this record
Nine copies of Ted Heath And His Music's Strike Up The Band on London Records LL 750 are currently available, indicating moderate market presence. The 1953 US pressing stands out for its steady demand, with 64 collectors owning it and 5 expressing interest.
This jazz LP blends Big Band and Swing styles, offering 12 tracks that have maintained appeal across decades.
What drives its value
Pricing for this 1953 US London Records pressing ranges from 22.81 USD for a Mint copy down to 1.20 USD for Poor condition, with a VG+ copy valued at 15.61 USD. The spread from Mint to VG shows how condition affects value significantly.
With 9 copies for sale and a collector community rating of 4.5, the pressing holds a consistent place among jazz vinyl, especially given its status as an original US release rather than a reissue.
How to appraise this pressing
To verify this pressing, collectors should look for the London Records label bearing catalogue number LL 750. Absence of a barcode aligns with its 1953 release date.
Grading should focus on the vinyl’s surface and sound quality, as the Mint condition is priced at 22.81 USD, with Near Mint at 20.41 USD. Condition tiers descend to Poor at 1.20 USD, reflecting how each grade influences market value.
Confirming the pressing plant or runout matrix requires inspection but is typically consistent with US London pressings of the era.
Further reading: grading a record, how to sell vinyl.
Frequently asked
What is the value of a Mint condition copy of this record?
A Mint copy of Strike Up The Band on London Records LL 750 is valued at 22.81 USD according to the price guide.
How many copies are currently for sale?
There are 9 copies of this 1953 US pressing available on the market.
How can I identify this exact pressing?
Look for the London Records label with catalogue number LL 750 and no barcode, consistent with a 1953 US release.
What price range can I expect for a VG+ copy?
A VG+ copy of this jazz LP is priced at 15.61 USD, reflecting moderate collector demand.
How popular is this pressing among collectors?
The community shows 64 owners and 5 collectors wanting this title, with a rating of 4.5 out of 5.