Attention classical music fans: There’s quite a deal going on CDs for $2.99 each — up to 85 percent off. They’re being sold directly by distributor Naxos Direct on its budget-priced Naxos and Marco Polo labels. Better yet, if you buy five or more, shipping is free. More than 400 titles are available, so that shouldn’t be hard to do. These prices are even better than what’s typically available from liquidator Berkshire Record Outlet (which I adore). Naxos and Marco Polo have winners and clunkers, just like any other music labels, but if you’re worried about the quality of the performances on an interesting-looking title, just check the reviews at Classics Today. Even if you don’t buy CDs anymore, it’s worth getting these and ripping them yourself, because they’re much cheaper than even MP3 downloads. For example, one highly recommended title is Havergal Brian’s Symphony No. 1 (Gothic), which is $2.99 through the sale but almost $18 as a download or as a CD from Amazon. What a deal!

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