Artist page · 06/07/2026
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7 vinyl soundtracks from Harry Potter to Little Women; original pressings prized by collectors.
With seven vinyl albums available on Vinyles.com, Alexandre Desplat stands out as a prolific French composer predominantly known for his film scores. His background includes classical studies in piano, trumpet, and flute, as well as orchestration tutelage in Paris and Los Angeles. Desplat's compositions span a wide range of cinematic projects from mainstream blockbusters like the Harry Potter series to critically acclaimed dramas such as The Imitation Game and Little Women. His work frequently involves collaboration with major orchestras including the London Symphony Orchestra and Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
The available vinyl editions feature limited runs, colored pressings, and numbered issues, with prices reflecting their collectible status.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Lakeshore Records · 2016
Back Lot Music · 2016
Decca · 2016
Deutsche Grammophon · 2016
Sony Classical · 2016
Back Lot Music · 2015
Parlophone · 2014
Sony Classical · 2014
WaterTower Music · 2014
Sony Classical · 2014
Decca · 2013
Why Not Productions · 2012
Madison Gate Records · 2012
Varèse Sarabande · 2012
WaterTower Music · 2012
WaterTower Music · 2012
Sony Classical · 2011
WaterTower Music · 2011
Varèse Sarabande · 2011
Lakeshore Records · 2011
Varèse Sarabande · 2011
Varèse Sarabande · 2010
Decca · 2010
WaterTower Music · 2010
WaterTower Music · 2010
Summit Entertainment · 2009
Naïve · 2009
Varèse Sarabande · 2009
Varèse Sarabande · 2009
Varèse Sarabande · 2008
Concord Records · 2008
Naïve · 2007
Decca · 2007![Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium [Original Motion Picture Soundtrack]](https://i.discogs.com/OfiHyEjgJ5OVG_zyHWFKPjleltE-xas-eos0Kg_-bLI/rs:fit/g:sm/q:40/h:150/w:150/czM6Ly9kaXNjb2dz/LWRhdGFiYXNlLWlt/YWdlcy9SLTQwNzQz/OTQtMTM1NDM3NTY1/Mi0yOTM4LmpwZWc.jpeg)
Varèse Sarabande · 2007
Varèse Sarabande · 2006
RCA Red Seal · 2005
Superb Records · 2005
Silva Screen · 2004
Silva Screen · 2000
Milan · 1997Playlist
The tracks that sum up Alexandre Desplat's career.
The essentials
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Captures the climax of the Harry Potter saga with 25 tracks blending electronic and modern classical styles; original US LP pressing on WaterTower Music favored by collectors.
First part of the last Harry Potter soundtrack series, 26 tracks blending vocal and score elements; European LP from Music On Vinyl available in standard and numbered limited editions.
Score for the historical drama exploring Alan Turing's life, offered on vinyl by Music On Vinyl; prized for its haunting piano and orchestral textures.
Go further
Artists who share part of Alexandre Desplat's musical DNA.
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.
Face B
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"Best Original Film Score" winner at the 44th Golden Horse Awards for Lust, Caution, highlighting his acclaimed status in Asian cinema.— Alexandre Desplat Awards
The United States original LP pressing from 2011 on WaterTower Music (catalog WTM39803) remains a prized vinyl for collectors, with prices ranging from 44.66 to 76.56 euros reflecting its demand and scarcity.
Alexandre Desplat has conducted the London Symphony Orchestra, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Los Angeles Studio Orchestra, and major European symphony orchestras, showcasing his direct involvement in orchestral performance and sound.
Desplat won the Academy Award for Best Original Score for The Grand Budapest Hotel at the ceremony held on February 22, 2015, marking a high-profile acknowledgment in his career.
The Frankenstein soundtrack is available as a limited edition white and red splatter vinyl under the MUTANT / ADA label, released in 2026, appealing to collectors and audiophiles alike.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
His work mainly covers orchestral film scores with influences from classical, electronic, and world music genres focused on soundtracks.
He has conducted major orchestras including the London Symphony Orchestra and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
The Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows Part 2 soundtrack LP is among the most sought after with its original U.S. pressing recognized by collectors.
Yes, several soundtracks like Frankenstein and The Secret Life Of Pets are released as limited edition colored or numbered pressings.
Prices range from about 18 to over 76 euros depending on album rarity, edition type, and pressing origin.
French pressings include recent releases like Little Women and Imitation Game on the Music On Vinyl label distributed in Europe.
His integration of classical with contemporary and international elements has set a notable tone in modern cinematic scoring.
'Lily's Theme' from Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows Part 2 leads in worldwide streaming plays and is a defining piece of his score repertoire.
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