Artist page · 06/07/2026

Michel Petrucciani

OrangeBorn in 1962Bebop6 vinyl albums
Michel Petrucciani was a French jazz pianist born in 1962 in Orange. Renowned for his bebop and free jazz style, he overcame osteogenesis imperfecta to become a celebrated figure until his death in 1999.
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About

Michel Petrucciani, French jazz pianist blending bebop and free jazz traditions.

Six vinyl albums including reissues and live recordings with prices from €17 to €48.

Michel Petrucciani emerged as a compelling jazz pianist, merging bebop and free jazz influences. His catalog includes six vinyl records with a range of formats such as LP reissues and limited editions issued between the 1980s and upcoming reissues in 2024-2026. Petrucciani's work also spans live concert recordings, notably from Montreux and Montmartre, Denmark, and Karlsruhe, reflecting his broad European engagement.

The vinyl market shows active trading in titles like "Both Worlds" (France reissue, 2026), "Power of Three" (original Venezuelan and Japanese 1987 pressings), and more recent live sets from Denmark and Karlsruhe, with prices fluctuating between €17 and €48.

Discography

Michel Petrucciani — Discography

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

KuumbwaElemental Music · 2026
2026
Kuumbwa
CD, Album, Limited Edition
Studio
Jazz Club Montmartre - CPH 1988Storyville · 2024
2024
Jazz Club Montmartre - CPH 1988
CD, Album
Studio
Solo In DenmarkStoryville · 2022
2022
Solo In Denmark
CD, Album
Studio
One Night In KarlsruheJazzhaus · 2019
2019
One Night In Karlsruhe
CD, Album
Studio
Piano Solo The Complete Concert In GermanyDreyfus Jazz · 2007
2007
Piano Solo The Complete Concert In Germany
CD, Album, Remastered
Studio
Trio In TokyoDreyfus Jazz · 1999
1999
Trio In Tokyo
CD, Album
Studio
QuartetDreyfus Jazz · 1999
1999
Quartet
CD, Album
Studio
LiveDreyfus Jazz · 1998
1998
Live
CD, Album
Studio
Both WorldsDisques Dreyfus · 1997
1997
Both Worlds
CD, Album
Studio
FlamingoDreyfus Jazz · 1996
1996
Flamingo
CD, Album
Studio
Conférence De Presse Vol. 2Dreyfus Jazz · 1995
1995
Conférence De Presse Vol. 2
CD, Album, Stereo
Studio
Au Théâtre Des Champs-ElyséesDreyfus Jazz · 1995
1995
Au Théâtre Des Champs-Elysées
CD, Album, Stereo
Studio
MarvellousDreyfus Jazz · 1994
1994
Marvellous
CD, Album
Studio
Conférence De PresseDreyfus Jazz · 1994
1994
Conférence De Presse
CD, Album
Studio
LiveBlue Note · 1994
1994
Live
CD, Album
Studio
Promenade With DukeBlue Note · 1993
1993
Promenade With Duke
CD, Album
Studio
Date With TimeOwl Records · 1991
1991
Date With Time
CD, Album
Studio
PlaygroundBlue Note · 1991
1991
Playground
CD, Album
Studio
MusicBlue Note · 1989
1989
Music
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Michel Plays PetruccianiBlue Note · 1988
1988
Michel Plays Petrucciani
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Power Of ThreeBlue Note · 1987
1987
Power Of Three
CD, Album
Studio
PianismBlue Note · 1986
1986
Pianism
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Cold BluesOwl Records · 1985
1985
Cold Blues
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
100 HeartsThe George Wein Collection · 1984
1984
100 Hearts
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Note 'n NotesOwl Records · 1984
1984
Note 'n Notes
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Oracle's Destiny - Big Sur * CaliforniaOwl Records · 1983
1983
Oracle's Destiny - Big Sur * California
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Toot SweetOwl Records · 1982
1982
Toot Sweet
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Michel PetruccianiOwl Records · 1981
1981
Michel Petrucciani
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
FlashBingow Records · 1980
1980
Flash
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Michel Petrucciani's career.

01
September Second
·
02
Looking Up
·
03
Home
·
04
Caravan
·
05
La Champagne
La Champagne
One Night In Karlsruhe · 2019
06
Rachid
·
07
Nana Oye
·
08
In A Sentimental Mood
In A Sentimental Mood
Power Of Three · 1987

The essentials

The 3 Michel Petrucciani albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1997
LP, Reissue, Stereo
Both Worlds

Features nine tracks blending jazz with Brazilian themes, recorded in a studio setting, notable for its 2026 French vinyl reissue.

9 tracks2026 French reissueDreyfus Jazz labelStereo LP
#2 · 1987
LP, Album
Power of Three

Seven-track post bop album with tracks like "Limbo" and "In A Sentimental Mood," available in original Venezuelan and Japanese pressings.

7 tracksOriginal 1987 Venezuelan pressingBlue Note labelPost Bop style
#3 · 1997
Vinyl
Colors

Includes the track "Colors" and showcases jazz piano with Brazilian influences, released by BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT.

Jazz/Blues genreReleased 2024BMG labelVinyl format

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Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Michel Petrucciani

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

His left and right hand independence in sound and rhythm was exceptional.
— Jazz piano analysis
01Biography

Michel Petrucciani's French origins and lifespan

Born in Orange, France in 1962, Petrucciani overcame osteogenesis imperfecta and became a renowned jazz pianist until his death in New York in 1999.

1962Orange, France
02Recording

Both Worlds 2026 French reissue

The 2026 reissue of "Both Worlds" pressed in France on Dreyfus Jazz is a stereo LP that commands prices around €47.5, highlighting its collector value.

2026France
03Pressing

Power Of Three original Venezuelan pressing from 1987

This album was originally released in Venezuela on Blue Note with catalog number EMI 26413 and fetches prices starting near €25 for original pressings.

1987Venezuela
04Live Recording

Jazz Club Montmartre recordings from Denmark 1988

Two stereo LPs recorded in Denmark from the 1988 Montmartre show offer a setlist featuring "My Funny Valentine" and "Giant Steps," with prices around €27 for original pressings.

2024Denmark
05Live Album

Solo In Denmark released in 2022

A 2022 LP album issued in Europe by Storyville Records showcases Petrucciani's solo performance with seven tracks including classic jazz standards.

2022Europe

FAQ

FAQ: Michel Petrucciani on physical formats

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

Who was Michel Petrucciani?

Michel Petrucciani was a French jazz pianist born in 1962 in Orange and passed away in 1999 in New York.

What are the main genres Michel Petrucciani played?

His main genres included bebop, free jazz, and jazz/blues.

Which Michel Petrucciani albums are available on vinyl?

There are six notable albums, including "Both Worlds," "Colors," and "Power of Three," pressed in LP and vinyl formats.

Are Michel Petrucciani's albums rare or widely available?

Some albums like "Both Worlds" 2026 French reissue or original pressings of "Power of Three" are collectible, with prices ranging from €17 to €48, showing varied availability.

What is special about the vinyl "Power Of Three"?

It features seven tracks in post bop style, with original pressings from 1987 in Venezuela and Japan commanding vinyl collector interest.

Did Michel Petrucciani perform live recordings on vinyl?

Yes, recordings like "Jazz Club Montmartre – CPH 1988" and "Solo In Denmark" are available as live session vinyl editions.

Where can I find Michel Petrucciani vinyl in France?

French reissues such as "Both Worlds" on the Dreyfus Jazz label are available at select retailers and vinyl shops in France.

How to identify original Michel Petrucciani vinyl pressings?

Original pressings usually bear the original release label and catalog number, for example, "EMI 26413" on the 1987 "Power of Three" Venezuelan LP.

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Sources & method

This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.

Our method

  1. Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
  2. Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 06/07/2026