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The Voices Of Walter Schumann – The Christmas Voices Of Walter Schumann
US · Pickwick/33 Records · Vinyl LP Album
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Oct 3, 2026
- MMint
- $16.39
- NMNear Mint
- $14.66
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $11.21
- VGVery Good
- $7.76
- G+Good Plus
- $4.31
- GGood
- $2.59
- FFair
- $1.73
- PPoor
- $0.86
10 copies listed on Discogs from $3.13.
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-XCTK7Media VG+ · Very Good PlusSleeve VG+🇺🇸 Ships from United States
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Specifications
- Style
- Neo-Classical, Vocal, Easy Listening, Holiday
- Label
- Pickwick/33 Records
- Catalog number
- SPCX-1003
- Country
- US
Tracklist
- A1Christmas In The Air
- A2Jingle Bells
- A3Silent Night
- A4Carol Of The Bells
- A5White Christmas
- A6Patapan
- A7Ave Maria
- B1Wonderful Counselor
- B2Wolcum Yole
- B3Mary, Mary
- B4Winter Wonderland
- B5The Lord's Prayer
- B6Adeste Fidelis
About this record
This Pickwick/33 pressing carries dual catalogue numbers—SPCX-1003 on the sleeve and SPCJ-1003 on the center labels—a quirk of Pickwick's budget-reissue practice in the US market. The label licensed Walter Schumann's vocal arrangements from Capitol Records, assembling 13 holiday tracks into a stereo LP that trades scarcity for affordability: 10 copies currently listed at $3.13 or above, yet 226 collectors own one against only 6 seeking it.
What drives its value
Pickwick/33 reissues occupy a narrow price band because condition drives nearly all perceived value here. A Mint copy commands $16.39, while Near Mint drops to $14.66; the gap widens sharply below that—VG+ sits at $11.21, VG at $7.76.
The floor price of $3.13 reflects heavy wear or storage damage common to budget pressings from this era. Demand is muted: the 6-to-226 want-to-have ratio signals this is a casual-listener title rather than a sought reissue.
Original Capitol pressings of Schumann's work command premiums; Pickwick's licensed version is a secondary market entry, valued mainly by completists or nostalgia buyers willing to accept lower audio fidelity for the novelty of the arrangement.
How to appraise this pressing
Confirm this pressing by the dual catalogue numbers: SPCX-1003 printed on the front sleeve and SPCJ-1003 stamped on both center labels. The spine and back cover will bear the Pickwick/33 Stereo Records imprint with the parenthetical credit "(by arrangement with Capitol Records)".
The label itself is typically a solid color with white text; no barcode appears on the sleeve. The 13-track sequence and stereo designation are consistent across all known copies.
Grading hinges on groove wear and surface noise: even light play produces audible crackle on Pickwick's thin vinyl. Check the dead wax for any matrix or plant marking; Pickwick often omitted detailed pressing information, making the catalogue number and label text the primary identifiers.
A truly Mint copy will show no play wear in the grooves and a pristine sleeve with no seam splits or ring wear.
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Listen
Hear the album before you buy.
Official videos via YouTube.
Release notes
"Pickwick/33 Stereo Records" (by arrangement with Capitol Records)
1st cat # appears on sleeve 2nd cat # appears on center labels
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Frequently asked
Why are there two catalogue numbers on this record?
Pickwick/33 used different catalogue codes for sleeve art (SPCX-1003) and center label printing (SPCJ-1003) as part of their internal inventory system. This dual-number practice was standard for budget-label reissues and does not indicate a pressing variant—both numbers refer to the same release.
What is a VG+ copy worth, and how reliable is that estimate?
The price guide lists a VG+ copy at $11.21 USD. This figure represents a market snapshot and should be treated as a reference point rather than a guaranteed sale price; actual sales depend on buyer demand, seller patience, and the specific copy's audio quality. The current lowest asking price of $3.13 suggests significant price variance across available inventory.
How does this Pickwick pressing compare to the original Capitol release?
Pickwick acquired the master tapes from Capitol Records and reissued them on cheaper vinyl to reach budget-conscious consumers. The original Capitol pressing typically commands higher prices and offers superior sound quality due to heavier vinyl stock. This Pickwick edition is a licensed reissue, not a counterfeit, but it is a secondary-market product aimed at value buyers rather than audiophiles.
Should I buy a Good or Good+ copy at $2.59–$4.31, or wait for a VG?
A Good or Good+ copy will exhibit significant surface noise and groove wear that may obscure the vocal arrangements. A VG copy at $7.76 offers markedly clearer playback without the distraction of heavy crackle. The $3.13 lowest price reflects heavily played or damaged stock; if you intend to actually listen to the record, stepping up to VG+ ($11.21) is worthwhile.
Is this a rare record?
No. With 226 collectors owning a copy and only 6 seeking one, supply comfortably exceeds demand. The low want-to-have ratio indicates this is a common budget reissue, not a collectible. Its value lies in nostalgia or completeness for Schumann fans, not rarity or investment potential.