#1 · 2022
Recent album blending contemporary jazz with melodic composition, released on Palmetto Records with notable vinyl availability.
2 tracksPalmetto RecordsCatalog PM2198Price approx. €9.12
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Fred Hersch
Fred Hersch, born in Cincinnati in 1955, is an American jazz pianist and composer known for his work in contemporary jazz and cool jazz styles. He started playing piano at age four and has a rich discography spanning decades.
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About
Fred Hersch, American jazz pianist and composer from Cincinnati, active since the 1970s.
5 vinyl albums including 'Breath By Breath' and 'The Surrounding Green' with prices from €8.69 to €40.
Fred Hersch developed his craft from a young age, honed in Cincinnati and Boston, and later became a prominent figure in New York's jazz scene. His music blends jazz tradition with modern creative elements, combining influences from classical and contemporary genres. Throughout his career, Hersch has released studio albums and live recordings with notable jazz labels including Palmetto Records and ECM.
His vinyl discography includes thoughtfully composed works and collaborations, showcasing his finesse on piano and his role as an arranger and composer. Fred Hersch continues to influence the jazz world through both solo and ensemble projects.
Discography
Fred Hersch — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
ECM Records · 2025The Surrounding Green
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ECM Records · 2024Silent, Listening
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Palmetto Records · 2023Alive At The Village Vanguard
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ECM Records · 2022The Song Is You
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Palmetto Records · 2022Breath By Breath
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Palmetto Records · 2020Songs From Home
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Palmetto Records · 2019Begin Again
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Palmetto Records · 2017{Open Book}
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Palmetto Records · 2011Alone At The Vanguard
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Sunnyside · 2009Fred Hersch Plays Jobim
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Decca · 2005Haunted Heart
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Sunnyside · 2003Songs & Lullabies
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Nonesuch · 2001Songs Without Words
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Nonesuch · 1999Fred Hersch At Jordan Hall: Let Yourself Go
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Nonesuch · 1998Thelonious (Fred Hersch Plays Monk)
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Nonesuch · 1998Songs We Know
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Nonesuch · 1996Passion Flower-The Music Of Billy Strayhorn
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Sunnyside · 1995Beautiful Love
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Enja Records · 1995Point In Time
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Varèse Sarabande · 1995Slow Hot Wind
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Concord Jazz · 1994At Maybeck
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Chesky Records · 1994Maiden Voyage
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Red Record · 1993ETC Plus One
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Chesky Records · 1992JVC Jazz Festival Live - A Night Of Chesky Jazz - Town Hall, New York
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Evidence · 1991Evanessence: A Tribute To Bill Evans
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Red Record · 1990ETC
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Angel Records Digital · 1989The French Collection (Jazz Impressions Of French Classics)
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Atlantic · 1989Short Stories
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SunnySide · 1987Sarabande
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JMT · 1985As One
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Live / EP
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Fred Hersch's career.
01
In The Wee Small Hours Of The Morning
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02
The Nearness Of You
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03
A Wish
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04
Wouldn't It Be Loverly
Songs From Home · 2020
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The Peacocks
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06
Sarabande
Songs From Home · 2020
07
What Is This Thing Called Love?
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08
Blue In Green
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The essentials
The 3 Fred Hersch albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2017
Album featuring bop, post bop and free improvisation, released by Palmetto Records with a limited vinyl pressing.
7 tracksPalmetto RecordsCatalog PM2186LPPrice approx. €40
#3 · 2025
Upcoming or recent release on ECM Records with contemporary jazz style, featuring 7 tracks and available in Germany on original vinyl.
7 tracksECM RecordsCatalog ECM 2836, 753 4422Price approx. €20.49
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Collectors
For vinyl die-hards
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
Market values (source: Discogs)
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
The Surrounding Green
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Min price 20 €Max price 20 €
Average price
20,49 €
Only 20 copies for sale on Discogs
19 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Silent, Listening
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Min price 17 €Max price 17 €
Average price
16,52 €
Only 25 copies for sale on Discogs
24 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Breath By Breath
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Min price 9 €Max price 9 €
Average price
9,12 €
Only 11 copies for sale on Discogs
14 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Songs From Home
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Min price 9 €Max price 9 €
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8,69 €
Only 10 copies for sale on Discogs
14 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
{Open Book}
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Min price 40 €Max price 40 €
Average price
40,00 €
Only 3 copies for sale on Discogs
13 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Alive At The Village Vanguard
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Min price 12 €Max price 12 €
Average price
12,18 €
Only 10 copies for sale on Discogs
39 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Fred Hersch
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Fred Hersch began playing piano at age four, with early formal training leading to recognized composition awards by age thirteen.— Artist biography
01Early Career
Fred Hersch's start in Cincinnati clubs
Hersch began performing in jazz clubs in Cincinnati during the mid-1970s, developing his skills locally before moving to Boston to study and later to New York.
02Labels
Palmetto Records releases
Several of Fred Hersch's prominent vinyl albums, including 'Breath By Breath' (2022) and 'Open Book' (2017), were released on Palmetto Records with original pressings still available.
03Vinyl Pressings
'Silent, Listening' vinyl pressing
The 2024 vinyl release of 'Silent, Listening' on ECM Records was pressed in Germany with catalog number ECM 2799, maintaining a stereo format and widely distributed among collectors.
04Live Albums
Alive At The Village Vanguard
Released in 2023 on Palmetto Records, this live LP captures Hersch's performance in New York, offering jazz and pop styles across 8 tracks.
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FAQ: Fred Hersch on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who is Fred Hersch?
Fred Hersch is an American jazz pianist and composer born in Cincinnati in 1955, known for blending contemporary and cool jazz styles.
What are some key vinyl albums by Fred Hersch?
Essential vinyl albums include 'Breath By Breath' (2022), 'Open Book' (2017), and 'The Surrounding Green' (2025), released across Palmetto and ECM labels.
Where was Fred Hersch born?
Fred Hersch was born in Cincinnati, United States.
Which record labels have released Fred Hersch's vinyl albums?
Notable labels include Palmetto Records and ECM Records, each issuing original vinyl pressings of his work.
What are typical prices for Fred Hersch vinyl albums?
Prices range from approximately €8.69 for 'Songs From Home' to around €40 for 'Open Book', depending on edition and rarity.
Are Fred Hersch vinyl albums pressed in Europe?
Yes, some albums like 'Silent, Listening' and 'The Surrounding Green' were pressed in Germany on ECM Records vinyl.
Does Fred Hersch perform solo or with ensembles?
Hersch performs both solo and in ensembles, often participating in duos, trios, and live collaborations.
What styles of jazz does Fred Hersch play?
His styles include contemporary jazz, cool jazz, bop, post bop, and free improvisation.
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Sources & method
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- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 04/07/2026