Artist profile · 04/07/2026
Lang Lang
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About
Lang Lang, From Shenyang prodigy to global classical piano sensation.
Lang Lang began piano studies at age three and won multiple piano competitions in China, Germany, and Japan during his youth. He studied at the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing and later at the Curtis Institute in Philadelphia with Gary Graffman. Breakthrough performances in the late 1990s and early 2000s launched a global career. He has recorded extensively mostly with Deutsche Grammophon and Sony Classical, performing classical standards as well as contemporary and crossover works.
On vinyl, Lang Lang's catalog includes four major albums: Piano Book (2019), Piano Book 2 (2025), The Disney Book (2022), and Saint-Saëns (2024).
Discography
Lang Lang discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Dragon Songs
Lang Lang
- Vinyl
- CD 4
- Cassette
Memory
Lang Lang
- Vinyl
- CD 3
- Cassette
Live in Vienna
Lang Lang
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette
Piano Romance
Lang Lang
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Lang Lang at the Royal Albert Hall
Lang Lang
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Live at Seiji Ozawa Hall, Tanglewood
Lang Lang
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
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Signature songs
- 01The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1, BWV 846-869 / Prelude & Fugue in C Major, BWV 846: I. Prelude
- 02River Waltz
- 03Für Elise, Bagatelle in A Minor, WoO 59
- 04Piano Sonata No. 16 in C Major, K. 545 "Sonata facile": I. Allegro
- 05Gnossiennes: Gnossiennes No. 1 - Lent
- 06Six Pieces for Piano, Volume 2: 4. La Valse d'Amélie
- 07Feed the Birds - From "Mary Poppins"
- 086 Pieces for Piano, Vol. 2: No. 4, La valse d'Amélie
Essentials
3 Lang Lang albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 2025A 2025 stereo LP album featuring 27 piano pieces including classical staples and contemporary themes, released by Deutsche Grammophon in Germany.
27 tracksStereo LPReleased in GermanyDeutsche Grammophon label
#2 · 20222022 vinyl album of Disney soundtrack favorites performed by Lang Lang, available in stereo LP across Europe with limited edition test pressings.
27 tracksStereo LPLimited Edition Test PressingDeutsche Grammophon label
#3 · 20242024 release paying tribute to composer Camille Saint-Saëns, featuring modern classical interpretations on vinyl through Deutsche Grammophon.
Classical genreDeutsche Grammophon labelVinyl format
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B-side
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Early Piano Studies and Competition Success
Lang Lang started piano at age three with teacher Zhu Ya-Fen in Shenyang. By 1987, he won first prize in the Shenyang piano competition and soon after gave his first public recital, followed by international awards.
Studies at Central Conservatory of Music and Curtis Institute
In 1991, Lang Lang entered Beijing's Central Conservatory studying with Zhao Ping-Guo. From 1997 to 2002, he trained under Gary Graffman at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia.
1999 Live Replacement at Ravinia Gala
Lang Lang gained worldwide attention in 1999 when he replaced André Watts at the Ravinia Festival’s 'Gala of the Century', playing Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1 with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
First Recording for Deutsche Grammophon and Carnegie Hall Recital
His 2003 debut recording with Deutsche Grammophon followed a celebrated 2001 Carnegie Hall debut recital, which was recorded live and released in 2004, marking his rise in classical music recording.
Lang Lang's dedication to mastering piano combined with his charismatic performances transcends cultural barriers and brings classical music to wider audiences.— Classical Music Commentator
Notable Vinyl Pressings and Market Prices
Current vinyl editions such as the 2025 'Piano Book 2' released in Germany on Deutsche Grammophon command prices between €26 to €35, with varied pressings including white label and stereo album versions.
Lang Lang vinyl discography
See allSaint-Saëns
Lang Lang
Classique ConcertoMusique Classique
2024-03-01DEUTSCHE GRAMMOPHONFrom$72.99
1 offerSaint-Saëns
Lang Lang
Classique ConcertoMusique Classique
2024-03-01DEUTSCHE GRAMMOPHONFrom$41.16
2 offersRACHMANINOFF/PIANO CONCERTO NO 3 IN D MINOR/OP 30
Lang Lang
Classique ConcertoMusique Classique
2023-06-09CRAFTFrom$15.00
1 offerThe Disney Book
Lang Lang
Classique RécitalsMusique Classique
2022-09-16DEUTSCHE GRAMMOPHONFrom$24.99
1 offer
Lang Lang CDs
See allPiano book
Lang Lang
Classique RécitalsMusique Classique
2025-06-12DEUTSCHE GRAMMOPHONFrom$16.79
1 offerComplete Recordings 2000 - 2009
Lang Lang
Classique SonateMusique Classique
2024-10-11DEUTSCHE GRAMMOPHONFrom$52.44
1 offerSaint-Saëns
Lang Lang
Classique ConcertoMusique Classique
2024-03-01DEUTSCHE GRAMMOPHONFrom$21.98
1 offerLang Lang at the movies
Lang Lang
Classique SonateMusique Classique
2020-09-11Sony ClassicalFrom$8.83
1 offerJohann Sebastian Bach - Goldberg Variations
Lang Lang
Musique Classique
2020-09-04DEUTSCHE GRAMMOPHONFrom$10.00
1 offerLang Lang plays Beethoven
Lang Lang
Classique SonateMusique Classique
2019-11-29Sony ClassicalFrom$12.29
1 offerRomance - piano magic
Lang Lang
Classique SonateMusique Classique
2019-08-16Sony ClassicalFrom$21.75
2 offersNew York rhapsody
Lang Lang
Classique RécitalsMusique Classique
2016-09-16Sony ClassicalFrom$16.08
1 offerMy piano hero - the Chopin album
Lang Lang
Musique romantiqueMusique Classique
2015-08-14Sony ClassicalLiszt My Piano Hero
Lang Lang
Classique RécitalsMusique Classique
2015-05-31Sony ClassicalFrom$35.24
1 offerThe romance of Rachmaninov
Lang Lang
Musique romantiqueMusique Classique
2014-02-10DEUTSCHE GRAMMOPHONFrom$13.77
1 offerProkofiev : concerto pour piano n°3 - Bartok : concerto pour piano n°2
Lang Lang
Classique ConcertoMusique Classique
2013-10-07Sony ClassicalLiszt My Piano Hero
Lang Lang
Classique RécitalsMusique Classique
2012-02-10Sony ClassicalFrom$13.47
1 offerGran turismo 5
Lang Lang
Musique de Jeux vidéoBandes originales (Films, séries, jeux…)
2010-12-13Sony ClassicalFrom$9.99
1 offer
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who is Lang Lang and what genre does he specialize in?
Lang Lang is a Chinese pianist specializing in classical music, known for performances of concertos, solo recitals, and crossover works.
What are some of Lang Lang's notable vinyl releases?
Key vinyl releases include 'Piano Book' (2019), 'Piano Book 2' (2025), 'The Disney Book' (2022), and 'Saint-Saëns' (2024), mostly from Deutsche Grammophon.
What format and label are Lang Lang's vinyl albums mostly released under?
Most of Lang Lang's vinyl albums are stereo LPs released by Deutsche Grammophon, with some limited edition pressings.
How can I identify original pressings of 'The Disney Book' by Lang Lang?
Original pressings of 'The Disney Book' are usually stereo LPs released in Europe by Deutsche Grammophon, sometimes found as limited edition test pressings.
Where was Lang Lang born and when did he start piano lessons?
Lang Lang was born in Shenyang, China, on June 14, 1982, beginning piano lessons at age three.
Has Lang Lang worked with any renowned music conservatories?
Yes, he studied at the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing and the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia.
What is the price range for Lang Lang's 'Piano Book 2' vinyl albums currently?
Prices for 'Piano Book 2' vinyl range between approximately €26 and €35, depending on pressing and condition.
Can Lang Lang's recordings be considered collectible on vinyl?
Certain limited edition pressings, such as white label or test pressings of his albums, can be collectible and sought after by vinyl enthusiasts.
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