The Sound of Music First Edition
A first edition, first printing of The Sound of Music by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse (Random House, 1960) is worth about $322 unsigned in near fine condition, and up to $1,442 signed, based on recorded sales. The first point to check: Copyright page: “First Printing” stated at the top, above the 1959/1960 copyright notices.
Market value · Unsigned, near fine
$322
Valued from 2 recorded sales in the last 12 months.
What a copy is worth
| Condition | Unsigned | Signed | Inscribed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine | $370 | $1,442 | $1,442 |
| Near fine | $322 | $1,254 | $1,254 |
| Very good | $274 | $1,065 | $1,065 |
How to identify this edition
These points tell this edition apart from other printings and editions of The Sound of Music.
✓ Copyright page: “First Printing” stated at the top, above the 1959/1960 copyright notices
✓ Dust jacket: red and yellow, photograph of Mary Martin with the von Trapp children, “A Random House Play” at the foot; design by Meyer Wagman
Common questions
- How do I know if my copy of The Sound of Music is a first edition, first printing?
- ✓ Copyright page: “First Printing” stated at the top, above the 1959/1960 copyright notices ✓ Dust jacket: red and yellow, photograph of Mary Martin with the von Trapp children, “A Random House Play” at the foot; design by Meyer Wagman The identification points above show each one.
- How much is a first edition, first printing of The Sound of Music worth?
- $274–$370 unsigned, up to $1,442 signed, depending on condition and whether it is signed (values as of November 2026). Values come from recorded sales of this exact printing, not asking prices.
- Is a signed first edition, first printing of The Sound of Music worth more?
- Yes. In near fine condition a copy signed by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse is valued at about $1,254, against $322 unsigned. A signature should be verified before you rely on that figure.
- Can I sell my copy of The Sound of Music?
- Yes. We value the exact copy from recorded sales and make a firm cash offer, free and with no obligation to sell.
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