Artist page · 04/07/2026
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Over 10 vinyl albums with rich French lyrics; original 1980s LPs track from €4.5 to €19.
Léo Ferré's discography on vinyl captures a deep evolution from post-war chanson to sophisticated poetic and musical arrangements merging classical influences with popular song. With over 10 vinyl editions available on labels like Barclay, Odeon, and RCA, his work spans early mono 10" LPs through to 1980s albums.
His recordings include concept albums and live performances reflecting his roles as composer, poet, and conductor. Prices for original pressings vary significantly, offering vinyl collectors a range from accessible reissues to higher-value original pressings on several formats.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
RCA · 1983
RCA · 1983
RCA Victor · 1982
RCA Victor · 1980
Barclay · 1979
Love · 1977
CBS · 1977
CBS · 1976
CBS · 1975
Barclay · 1974
Barclay · 1973
Barclay · 1973
Barclay · 1973
Barclay · 1972
Barclay · 1972
Barclay · 1970
Barclay · 1970
Barclay · 1970
Barclay · 1969
Barclay · 1967
Barclay · 1967
Barclay · 1966
Barclay · 1964
Barclay · 1964
Barclay · 1964
Barclay · 1963
Barclay · 1962
Barclay · 1961
Barclay · 1961
Barclay · 1960
Odeon · 1958
Odeon · 1958
Odeon · 1957
Odeon · 1957
Odeon · 1955
Le Chant du Monde · 1954
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The tracks that sum up Léo Ferré's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
A triple-themed 1982 album blending Beethoven motifs and extended poetic chansons across 18 tracks, emblematic of Ferré's fusion between classical motifs and chanson.
1983 RCA original LP showcasing Ferré's orchestral and vocal album blending chanson with classical arrangements over 9 extended tracks.
An important 1980 album merging chanson and classical styles, available with multiple pressings including original French LP and Canadian versions.
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Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
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.
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Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
He was a poet, anarchist, and musician who deeply merged French poetry with music through his lifetime works.— Léo Ferré Essence
The original 1983 German LP pressing on RCA (cat no PL 70199) of "L'Imaginaire" is available on vinyl with prices starting at €4.63, notable among collectors for its extended title track lasting over 19 minutes.
Released in France in 1983 by RCA, "L'Opéra Du Pauvre Pour Voix, Chant Et Orchestre" features nine lengthy pieces blending orchestral and vocal elements, available on an original French LP pressing priced around €19.37.
The 1982 French RCA Victor LP combines three poetic and musical themes over 18 tracks, with original pressings frequently found at around €5.82, favored for its ambitious scope and classical homage.
La Violence Et L'ennui was released in various countries including France and Canada with original and reissue pressings, showing price differences from €1.79 in reissues to nearly €15 for original pressing in France.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
He began composing melodies as early as 1926 and started performing songs publicly in the early 1940s under a pseudonym.
His music spans folk francophone, pop francophone, pop, variété francophone, and chanson with classical influences.
Key albums include "Ludwig", "L'Imaginaire", "Le Bateau Ivre" (1982), "L'Opéra Du Pauvre..." (1983), and "La Violence Et L'ennui" (1980).
Original pressings from the early 1980s can range from around €4.5 to €19 depending on the album and pressing country.
French original pressings and recent reissues are available through vinyl specialty vendors and online record dealers.
Yes, live albums such as "Bobino 67" capture performances on vinyl, reflecting his concert presence.
He worked with poets like Louis Aragon and composers such as Jean-Michel Defaye, alongside arrangers and labels such as Barclay and RCA.
Tracks vary widely, including long-form songs such as the nearly 20-minute title track on "L'Imaginaire".
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