If I don't enjoy an album the first time that I listen to it then it's unlikely to be given an opportunity to grow on me. If there's a song or two that I like then I will listen to them selectively. I don't like learning to like things :-)
When I first read this thread it make me think of the albums that I have that suck me in and it's almost like my enjoyment grows with each song. Here are three of my favorites:
Legends by James Galway
Ceremonial Music for Trumpet & Symphonic Organ by Michael Murray
Tuba Carnival by Oystein Baadsvik (you may need to forgive the first song Fnugg)