Artist page · 04/07/2026

Lang Lang

ShenyangBorn in 1982Classique Concerto4 vinyl albums
Lang Lang, born June 14, 1982 in Shenyang, China, is a classical pianist known for his virtuosic technique and broad repertoire spanning concertos, solo recitals, and crossover works.
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About

Lang Lang, From Shenyang prodigy to global classical piano sensation.

Four vinyl albums with Deutsche Grammophon, piano classics and Disney themes, tracked live on prices and editions.

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, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

Piano Book 2Deutsche Grammophon · 2025
2025
Piano Book 2
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
The Disney BookDeutsche Grammophon · 2022
2022
The Disney Book
CD, Album, Deluxe Edition, Stereo
Studio
Piano BookDeutsche Grammophon · 2019
2019
Piano Book
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
New York RhapsodySony Classical · 2016
2016
New York Rhapsody
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Carte Blanche / Verbier FestivalDeutsche Grammophon · 2015
2015
Carte Blanche / Verbier Festival
CD, Album
Studio
Chopin*, Tchaikovsky* - In ParisSony Classical · 2015
2015
Chopin*, Tchaikovsky* - In Paris
CD, Album, DVD, DVD-Video, NTSC, Copy Protected, All Media, Deluxe Edition, Limi
Studio
Coming Home (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) = 歸來 (电影音乐原声碟) = 归来Sony Classical · 2014
2014
Coming Home (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) = 歸來 (电影音乐原声碟) = 归来
CD, Album
Studio
The Mozart AlbumSony Classical · 2014
2014
The Mozart Album
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Prokofiev 3 Bartók 2Sony Classical · 2013
2013
Prokofiev 3 Bartók 2
CD, Album
Studio
The Chopin AlbumSony Classical · 2012
2012
The Chopin Album
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Liszt My Piano HeroSony Classical · 2011
2011
Liszt My Piano Hero
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Gran Turismo 5 The Official SoundtrackSony Classical · 2010
2010
Gran Turismo 5 The Official Soundtrack
CD, Album
Studio
Live In ViennaSony Classical · 2010
2010
Live In Vienna
CD, Album
Live
Piano TriosDeutsche Grammophon · 2009
2009
Piano Trios
CD, Album
Studio
Piano Concertos Nos. 1 & 2Deutsche Grammophon · 2008
2008
Piano Concertos Nos. 1 & 2
CD, Album
Studio
Beethoven: Piano Concertos Nos. 1 & 4Deutsche Grammophon · 2007
2007
Beethoven: Piano Concertos Nos. 1 & 4
CD, Album, DVD, DVD-Video, NTSC, Copy Protected
Studio
Dragon SongsDeutsche Grammophon · 2006
2006
Dragon Songs
CD, Album
Studio
MemoryDeutsche Grammophon · 2005
2005
Memory
CD, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
Piano Concerto No. 2, Paganini RhapsodyDeutsche Grammophon · 2005
2005
Piano Concerto No. 2, Paganini Rhapsody
CD, Album
Studio
Live At Carnegie HallDeutsche Grammophon · 2004
2004
Live At Carnegie Hall
CD, Album
Live
Piano Concerto No. 3 / EtudesTelarc · 2002
2002
Piano Concerto No. 3 / Etudes
CD, Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Lang Lang's career.

01
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1, BWV 846-869 / Prelude & Fugue in C Major, BWV 846: I. Prelude
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02
River Waltz
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03
Für Elise, Bagatelle in A Minor, WoO 59
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04
Piano Sonata No. 16 in C Major, K. 545 "Sonata facile": I. Allegro
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05
Gnossiennes: Gnossiennes No. 1 - Lent
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06
Six Pieces for Piano, Volume 2: 4. La Valse d'Amélie
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07
Feed the Birds - From "Mary Poppins"
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08
6 Pieces for Piano, Vol. 2: No. 4, La valse d'Amélie
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The essentials

The 3 Lang Lang albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2025
LP, Album, Stereo
Piano Book 2

A 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 · 2022
LP, Album, Stereo
The Disney Book

2022 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 · 2024
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Saint-Saëns

2024 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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Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Lang Lang

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

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
01Youth Career

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.

1987Shenyang
02Education

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.

1991–2002Beijing / Philadelphia
03Breakthrough

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.

1999Chicago
04Recordings

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.

2001–2004New York
05Vinyl Editions

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.

2025Germany

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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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Last updated: 04/07/2026