Artist page · 07/07/2026
About
18 vinyl releases span symphonic metal, classical, and holiday albums — original LPs vary €12 to €44.
Tarja Turunen began vocal training at age six and studied piano and flute, completing classical singing studies in Karlsruhe, Germany in 2002. She initially gained notice as singer of symphonic metal band Nightwish, joining in 1996 and releasing multiple albums before parting ways in 2005 due to creative differences.
Since then, Tarja's solo work encompasses black metal, classical, and seasonal music, appearing across 18 vinyl editions including studio albums, live recordings, and holiday-themed releases. Her music integrates operatic vocal lines with rock and orchestral arrangements, reflecting her classical training and metal roots.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Ear Music · 2026
Ear Music · 2025
Ear Music · 2025
Ear Music · 2024
Ear Music · 2023
Ear Music · 2023
Ear Music · 2020
Ear Music · 2019
Ear Music · 2018
Ear Music · 2017
Ear Music · 2016
Ear Music · 2016
Ear Music · 2015
Ear Music · 2015
Ear Music · 2014
Ear Music · 2013
Ear Music · 2012
Ear Music · 2011
Vertigo · 2010
Vertigo · 2007
Passion · 2006
NEMS Enterprises · 2005Playlist
The tracks that sum up Tarja Turunen's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Latest studio LP featuring 10 tracks mixing contemporary classical and symphonic metal elements, available in limited vinyl editions priced around €38 to €44.
Studio album with symphonic metal style including live rehearsal tracks in CD and Blu-ray editions; vinyl available at about €26.
Symphonic rock studio album with 10 tracks issued on vinyl and limited editions priced from €12 to €27, reflecting strong metal influences and orchestration.
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Collectors
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
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Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
The mix of classical singing and metal was never planned; I was singing jazz before and suddenly was doing operatic vocals within Nightwish.— Tarja Turunen
Tarja captured live performances in her 2023 'Rocking Heels: Live At Metal Church' album, showcasing her hard rock and heavy metal repertoire.
'Dark Christmas' was released in 2023 as a 45 RPM limited edition LP, blending holiday music with rock and classical styles, available on vinyl in Europe.
'Frisson Noir' features two vinyl editions released in Europe and Germany in 2026, including a limited edition pressing with catalog number 0220776EMU.
Tarja knew Tuomas Holopainen since childhood and joined Nightwish in 1996 to record their first album, 'Angels Fall First', contributing her operatic vocals.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Her vinyl releases include symphonic metal, classical, black metal, ambiance, and Christmas music, reflecting her versatile soprano voice.
Notable vinyl albums include 'In The Raw' (2019), 'Act II' (2018), 'Dark Christmas' (2023), and upcoming 'Circus Life' (2025).
Yes, some albums like 'Frisson Noir' (2026) and 'Dark Christmas' (2023) have limited edition LP pressings with specific formats like 45 RPM.
She has at least 18 vinyl records covering studio albums, live recordings, and EPs with various genres available on vinyl format.
Vinyles.com tracks prices and availability of Tarja Turunen vinyl in France and Europe, showing original pressings and recent reissues.
She was the lead singer of Finnish symphonic metal band Nightwish from 1996 until 2005 before starting her solo career.
The 'Frisson Noir' album contains 10 tracks, ranging from about 4 minutes to over 10 minutes per track.
Yes, she released 'Dark Christmas' and 'Score For A Dark Christmas' on vinyl, blending classical and holiday vocal styles.
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