#1 · 2024
A 2024 Warner Classics vinyl capturing iconic film scores including 'The Windmills Of Your Mind' and 'Jean De Florette'.
19 tracksStereo LPFrench pressingWarner Classics label
Artist page · 07/07/2026
Renaud Capuçon
Born in Chambéry, France in 1976, Renaud Capuçon is a classical violinist with roots in baroque and romantic music. He gained early recognition and later studied in Berlin, establishing himself in international concert halls.
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About
Renaud Capuçon, Master of violin classics from Chambéry, blending baroque and romantic repertoire.
Two recent Warner Classics LPs, including a 2024 soundtrack and 2022 baroque concertos, tracked in real-time prices.
Renaud Capuçon began his formal music studies at age 14 at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique de Paris, earning multiple distinctions. After further study under Thomas Brandis and Isaac Stern in Berlin, he became concertmaster of the Gustav Mahler Jugendorchester in 1997, working with maestros like Claudio Abbado and Daniel Barenboim. Known for his solo and chamber performances, Capuçon has collaborated with renowned pianists and orchestras worldwide.
His discography spans over 116 releases, including notable recordings of violin concertos and chamber works. Recent vinyl pressings on Warner Classics and Erato labels showcase a mixture of film scores and baroque masterpieces.
Discography
Renaud Capuçon — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Erato · 2026Poème, Concert
Studio
Deutsche Grammophon · 2026Sonatas & Partitas
Studio
Deutsche Grammophon · 2024Gabriel Fauré
Studio
Warner Classics · 2024Les Choses De La Vie : Cinéma II
Studio
Deutsche Grammophon · 2022Beethoven • Schumann • Franck
Studio
Erato · 2022Les 4 Saisons / Concertos
Studio
Erato · 2021Tabula Rasa
Studio
Erato · 2021Un Violon À Paris
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Erato · 2019Schumann (Gautier Capuçon)
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Erato · 2018Violin Concertos Nos. 1 & 2
Live
Erato · 2018Cinema
Studio
Deutsche Grammophon · 2015Carte Blanche / Verbier Festival
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Erato · 2013La Muse Et Le Poéte
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Virgin Classics · 2009Mozart* - Violin Concertos Nos. 1 & 3 / Sinfonia Concertante
Live
Virgin Classics · 2007Capriccio
Studio
Virgin Classics · 2007Schubert* - Schubert: Piano Trios 1 & 2
Studio
Virgin Classics · 2003Le Carnaval Des Animaux - Septuor - Fantaisie
Studio
Virgin Classics · 2003Face A Face / Duos For Violin And Cello
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Virgin Classics · 2001Le Boeuf Sur Le Toit (French Works For Violin And Orchestra)
Studio
Virgin Classics · 1999"Grand Duo": Works For Violin & Piano
Studio
Studio album
Live / EP
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Renaud Capuçon's career.
01
Cinema Paradiso
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02
La passante du Sans-Souci
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03
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": III. Presto
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04
Main Theme (From "Schindler's List")
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05
Suite (From "Le Fabuleux destin d'Amélie Poulain")
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06
Memories of Me
Les Choses De La Vie : Cinéma II · 2024
07
La chanson d’Hélène (From "Les choses de la vie")
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08
The Windmills of Your Mind (From "The Thomas Crown Affair")
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The essentials
The 3 Renaud Capuçon albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2022
Baroque concertos including Vivaldi's Four Seasons pressed on Erato vinyl from 2022, reflecting Capuçon's classical and baroque mastery.
7 tracksStereo LPGerman pressingErato label
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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.
Les Choses De La Vie : Cinéma II
Market position
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Min price 17 €Max price 17 €
Average price
16,90 €
Only 12 copies for sale on Discogs
1 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Les 4 Saisons / Concertos
Market position
i
Min price 9 €Max price 9 €
Average price
9,22 €
Only 17 copies for sale on Discogs
1 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Beethoven • Schumann • Franck
Market position
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Min price 35 €Max price 35 €
Average price
34,67 €
Only 4 copies for sale on Discogs
4 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Renaud Capuçon
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Capuçon's collaborations extend across chamber festivals from Edinburgh to Verbier, often including his brother, cellist Gautier Capuçon.— Artist biography
01Career Milestone
Concertmaster of Gustav Mahler Jugendorchester
In 1997, Renaud Capuçon was invited by Claudio Abbado to serve as concertmaster for the Gustav Mahler Jugendorchester for three summers, collaborating with conductors like Pierre Boulez and Daniel Barenboim.
02Instrument
Guarneri del Gesù “Panette” Violin
Capuçon performs on the Guarneri del Gesù violin named “Panette” made in 1737, previously owned by Isaac Stern and acquired through the Banca Svizzera Italiana.
03Recordings
Les Choses De La Vie: Cinéma II LP
The 2024 Warner Classics LP pressing of 'Les Choses De La Vie: Cinéma II' features 19 cinematic tracks with a stereo soundscape, currently available with prices around €16.90 in France.
04Vinyl Release
Vivaldi: Les 4 Saisons LP on Erato
Released in 2022, this German-pressed stereo LP includes Vivaldi's Four Seasons and Chevalier de Saint-George violin concertos, with more than a dozen copies listed for sale at roughly €9.22.
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FAQ
FAQ: Renaud Capuçon on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who is Renaud Capuçon and what is his musical background?
Renaud Capuçon is a French classical violinist born in 1976 in Chambéry. He studied in Paris and Berlin, establishing a career as a soloist and chamber musician worldwide.
What are some notable vinyl releases by Renaud Capuçon?
Recent vinyls include 'Les Choses De La Vie: Cinéma II' (2024) and 'Vivaldi: Les 4 Saisons / Chevalier De Saint-George' (2022), both available on Warner Classics and Erato labels.
What type of violin does Renaud Capuçon play?
He plays a Guarneri del Gesù violin called “Panette” from 1737, previously owned by Isaac Stern, highlighting a historic instrument heritage.
Where was Renaud Capuçon born and where did he begin his studies?
Born in Chambéry, France, Capuçon started his studies at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique de Paris at the age of 14.
Are Renaud Capuçon's vinyl albums available in France?
Yes, the 'Les Choses De La Vie: Cinéma II' LP is pressed in France and regularly available through vinyl vendors with tracked pricing.
Which orchestras has Renaud Capuçon performed with?
He has performed with major orchestras such as the Berlin Philharmonic, Boston Symphony, Orchestre de Paris, and the Simon Bolivar orchestra.
What genres does Renaud Capuçon focus on in his recordings?
His repertoire spans classical baroque, romantic concertos, and film music soundtracks, captured on his vinyl releases.
Does Renaud Capuçon collaborate with other musicians?
He frequently collaborates with pianists and chamber musicians, including his brother Gautier Capuçon, performing at major music festivals worldwide.
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Last updated: 07/07/2026