Artist page · 04/07/2026
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One LP available with stereo pressing from 2022, prices range €20-22 across Belgium and Spain.
Wim Mertens is a Belgian composer and pianist noted for his work in classical and contemporary styles. He holds a background in political and social sciences. Since the late 1970s, Mertens has composed for theater and film, including soundtracks for works like "The Belly of an Architect". His music integrates minimalism and neo-classical elements, emphasizing instrumental and piano-driven compositions.
Among his catalog, only one album "Heroides" is currently listed on vinyl, issued in stereo LP format in 2022. His music has been published by labels such as Les Disques Du Crépuscule and Wim Mertens Music. Collectors find his LPs offered at prices between €20 and €22, with pressings available in Belgium and Spain.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Usura Music · 2023
Wim Mertens Music · 2022
Wim Mertens Music · 2018
Wim Mertens Music · 2016
Wim Mertens Music · 2016
Wim Mertens Music · 2015
EMI Classics · 2012
EMI Classics · 2010
EMI Classics · 2007
[pias] · 2006
Usura Music · 2005
Usura Music · 2003
Les Disques Du Crépuscule · 2001
Les Disques Du Crépuscule · 2000
EMI Classics · 1999
Les Disques Du Crépuscule · 1999
Les Disques Du Crépuscule · 1997
Les Disques du Crépuscule · 1996
Les Disques du Crépuscule · 1994
Les Disques du Crépuscule · 1993
Les Disques Du Crépuscule · 1991
Les Disques Du Crépuscule · 1991
Les Disques Du Crépuscule · 1991
Les Disques Du Crépuscule · 1989
Les Disques Du Crépuscule · 1988
Les Disques Du Crépuscule · 1987
Les Disques Du Crépuscule · 1987
Les Disques Du Crépuscule · 1986
Les Disques Du Crépuscule · 1986
Les Disques Du Crépuscule · 1985Playlist
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Latest vinyl release featuring eight contemporary classical tracks with durations ranging from 2:29 to 8:16 minutes.
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His music often features contemplative piano and intricate instrumental textures.— Characteristic of his compositional style
The "Heroides" album was released as a stereo LP in 2022 with official pressings in Belgium (catno WMM01-19022) and Spain (catno 5054197201936), reflecting ongoing vinyl interest.
Wim Mertens has a prolific output with more than 400 releases encompassing studio albums, soundtracks, and compilations, demonstrating his long-standing activity since the 1980s.
Mertens was influenced by minimalist composers such as Steve Reich and Philip Glass, which shaped his unique blend of classical and contemporary musics.
In 1984, he composed music for Jan Fabre's "The Power of Theatrical Madness" and Eugène Ionesco's "The King is Dying," and later scored films like "The Belly of an Architect" by Peter Greenaway.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Wim Mertens is a Belgian composer and pianist known for contemporary classical music with minimalist and neo-classical influences, focusing on instrumental and piano compositions.
The primary vinyl album currently available is "Heroides," released as a stereo LP in 2022 on the Wim Mertens Music label with pressings in Belgium and Spain.
Vinyl releases have come from labels including Wim Mertens Music and Les Disques Du Crépuscule, spanning various editions mostly dedicated to classical and contemporary works.
Availability in French stores can vary; however, some of his vinyl pressings may be found through specialty classical music retailers and vinyl shops focused on European releases.
Prices for vinyl albums like "Heroides" generally range between €20 and €22, depending on pressing and seller availability in countries like Belgium and Spain.
Mertens has scored prominent theatrical productions since the 1980s, contributing to major European theater pieces that blend music and drama.
Yes, his vinyl releases often feature meticulous stereo mastering suited for audiophiles interested in contemporary classical vinyl with clear instrumental detail.
Born in Neerpelt, Belgium on May 14, 1953, Wim Mertens began his music career in the late 1970s and quickly became known for his classical and minimalistic approach.
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