A landmark solo piano live recording from January 24, 1975 in Cologne that epitomizes Jarrett’s improvisational mastery and remains widely circulated on vinyl with multiple pressings worldwide.
Artist page · 06/07/2026
Keith Jarrett
About
Keith Jarrett, American pianist bridging jazz and classical realms since the 1960s.
14 vinyl releases including live concerts and free jazz; original ECM pressings sought by collectors.
Keith Jarrett's discography spans modern jazz to contemporary classical, featuring solo piano, trios, quartets, and orchestral compositions. His early career included work with Art Blakey and Charles Lloyd before recording seminal solo albums on ECM such as Facing You (1972) and The Köln Concert (1975). Jarrett’s vinyl releases include both studio albums and recorded concerts, often prized for their audio fidelity and improvisational depth.
Collectors track pressings from labels like ECM Records and Impulse!, with noteworthy originals issued in the 1970s and revered by audiophiles worldwide. Jarrett's work also explores free jazz and chamber music, reflecting his versatility across genres and instrumental skills.
Discography
Keith Jarrett — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
ECM Records · 1986
ECM Records · 1985
Pioneer Artists Signature · 1985
ECM Records · 1985
ECM Records · 1984
ECM Records · 1983
ECM Records · 1982
ECM Records · 1982
ECM Records · 1981
ECM Records · 1980
ECM Records · 1980
ECM Records · 1978
ABC Impulse! · 1978
ECM Records · 1978
ECM Records · 1977
ECM Records · 1977
ECM Records · 1977
Impulse! · 1977
ECM Records · 1976
ECM Records · 1976
ABC Impulse! · 1976
ABC Impulse! · 1976
ABC Impulse! · 1975
ECM Records · 1975
Atlantic · 1975
ABC Impulse! · 1975
ECM Records · 1975
Impulse! · 1974
ECM Records · 1974
ECM Records · 1974
ECM Records · 1973
Impulse! · 1973
ECM Records · 1973
ECM Records · 1972
Atlantic · 1972
Columbia · 1972
Atlantic · 1971
Atlantic · 1971
Vortex Records · 1968
Vortex Records · 1968Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Keith Jarrett's career.

The essentials
The 3 Keith Jarrett albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Studio album featuring a collaborative jazz trio sound, captured on vinyl with original ECM US pressings dating from 1978, favored for its compositions 'Questar' and 'My Song'.
Post-bop studio album recorded in 1974, presenting sophisticated melodic themes, widely available on vinyl including original US and German ECM issues.
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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.
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Keith Jarrett
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Keith Jarrett’s 1975 Köln Concert still resonates as a defining moment in solo jazz piano recordings.— Jazz aficionados
The Köln Concert solo performance
Recorded on January 24, 1975 in Cologne, this live piano concert became one of the bestselling solo jazz records, featuring extended improvisations split over four vinyl sides.
My Song original US pressing
The 1978 US LP pressing on ECM Records, catalog number ECM-1-1115, remains sought after by collectors for its sound quality and jazz trio format compositions.
Belonging original ECM release
Released in 1974 with catalog ECM 1050 ST, the album Belonging showcases Jarrett's post-bop style on a stereo vinyl pressing widely found in the US and Germany.
Long collaboration with ECM Records
Jarrett has maintained a partnership with ECM Records since the early 1970s, releasing landmark albums both in studio and live settings, central to his vinyl presence.
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FAQ
FAQ: Keith Jarrett on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What are Keith Jarrett's most collectible vinyl records?
The Köln Concert (1975), My Song (1978), and Belonging (1974) original pressings on ECM Records are especially sought after by collectors.
Which label released most of Keith Jarrett’s vinyl albums?
ECM Records is the primary label for Jarrett's studio and live albums, known for high quality vinyl production and audio fidelity.
Are there live recordings on vinyl available by Keith Jarrett?
Yes, notable live vinyl releases include The Köln Concert, Budapest Concert, and the Bordeaux Concert capturing Jarrett’s improvisational concerts.
What styles of jazz does Keith Jarrett play?
His work spans free jazz, post bop, modal jazz, and contemporary jazz including classical and avant-garde influences.
Is Keith Jarrett’s vinyl available in France?
Yes, French distributors stock several Jarrett vinyl releases, including live concert albums and studio records.
Where in France were any live concerts by Keith Jarrett recorded?
The Bordeaux Concert is a recorded live event on vinyl, showcasing Jarrett’s performance in France.
What is the typical format of Keith Jarrett’s vinyl releases?
Mostly LP album formats, including stereo pressings, some double LPs for live concerts and box sets.
How long are typical tracks on Keith Jarrett vinyl albums?
Track lengths vary, often extended, with some compositions exceeding 10 minutes, especially in live improvisational recordings.
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Sources & method
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Our method
- 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.


