Random placing of imported tracks in library

When importing some cd`s the individual tracks are placed randomly in the library instead of in the correct order under the album title.  Other cd`s import perfectly.  Am I doing something wrong ? Can I rearrange the tracks under the Album title once theyare in the library?  All advice grately received as this is getting very frustrating.

Problem solved. I was listing the albums by artist rather than albums and with compilation albums the system was looking for the artist and placing the tune there or putting it in alphabetical order.  Thanks to apple support who set me straight.  Ringmore

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