Stephen E. Bacher wrote:

>Now, to return the favor, how about some suggestions for an inexpensive
>Mahler 3? I've already considered and rejected the Leaper on Arte Nova;
>not only has it received a cool reception on this list, but it doesn't
>contain a libretto.  What about Lopez-Cobos? Recommendations?

For inexpensive, go for Barbirolli on BBC Legends.  It was recently voted
the best stereo Mahler issue of the year at the Mahlerwoche in Toblach.

Tony Duggan, England.
Mahler survey:
http://www.musicweb.force9.co.uk/music/Mahler/