#1 · 1963
Features two major concertos showcasing Previn's classical piano prowess with orchestral collaboration, released on Columbia Masterworks.
2 tracksStereoColumbia Masterworks1963 release
Artist page · 06/07/2026
André Previn
André Previn (1929–2019) was a German-born American pianist, conductor, and composer renowned for his work spanning classical, jazz, and film music.
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About
André Previn, Transatlantic maestro of classical and jazz, shaping 20th century soundtracks.
Over 4000 releases including ballet and jazz; key LPs range from 1948 RCA classics to 1960s Columbia jazz albums.
Born in Berlin in 1929, André Previn developed a versatile career across classical concert music, jazz piano, and film scores. He specialized in orchestral conducting and arranging, with prolific output including ballets, concertos, and musical theatre recordings. His discography includes more than 4000 listed releases and numerous vinyl pressings mainly on labels like RCA Victor, Columbia, and Warner Classics.
His work covers standard classical repertoire such as Tchaikovsky's ballets and Prokofiev's "Romeo and Juliet," alongside interpretations of jazz and show tunes. Previn's recordings on vinyl provide a rich collectible field for enthusiasts tracking pressings and market prices worldwide.
Discography
André Previn — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
20th Century Fox Records · 1964Goodbye Charlie (Original Soundtrack Album)
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Columbia · 19634 To Go!
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Columbia Masterworks · 1963Trio In D Minor, Op.40 / Trio In D Minor, Op.120
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Columbia · 1963André Previn In Hollywood
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Columbia · 1963Sittin' On A Rainbow - The Music Of Harold Arlen
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Columbia Masterworks · 1963Piano Concerto No. 1 / Concerto For Two Pianos
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Columbia · 1962Play Kurt Weill's Mack The Knife & Bilbao-Song
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Columbia · 1962Duet
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Columbia · 1962The Faraway Part Of Town
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Ace Of Hearts · 1962Hollywood At Midnight
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MGM Records · 1961The Previn Scene
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Contemporary Records · 1961André Previn Plays Songs By Harold Arlen
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Columbia · 1961A Touch Of Elegance: The Music Of Duke Ellington
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Columbia Masterworks · 1961Piano Sonata No. 3 / Four Excursions / Prelude No. 7
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United Artists Records · 1960Elmer Gantry - Original Music From The Motion Picture Sound Track
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Columbia · 1960Like Love
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MGM Records · 1960Performing Music From The Subterraneans - Original Sound Track Album
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Columbia · 1960Gershwin* - Rhapsody In Blue, Concerto In F
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MGM Records · 1960Like Blue
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Contemporary Records · 1959André Previn Plays Songs By Jerome Kern
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Philips · 1959Happy Session
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Metrojazz · 1959Get Those Elephants Out'a Here
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Contemporary Records · 1959Bells Are Ringing
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Contemporary Records · 1958André Previn Plays Songs By Vernon Duke
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Tops Records · 1958Plays Fats Waller
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Contemporary Records · 1957Double Play!
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MGM Records · 1957Silk Stockings
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RCA Victor · 1957Three Little Words
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MGM Records · 1956Invitation To The Dance (An Original Sound Track Album)
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Decca · 1955Let's Get Away From It All
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RCA Victor · 1955Collaboration
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RCA Victor · 1952André Previn Plays Harry Warren
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Monarch · 1952Monarch All Star Jazz Vol. 4
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RCA Victor · 1950By Request
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RCA Victor · 1950Three Little Words
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RCA Victor · 1948Andre Previn At The Piano
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Columbia · The Popular Previn
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Telarc · Don Juan / Don Quixote
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Telarc Digital · Symphony No. 1; Orb & Sceptre; Crown Imperial
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Decca · But Beautiful
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Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up André Previn's career.
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Tsar Saltan, Op. 57: Flight of the Bumblebee
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That's Where the South Begins
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Overture (Jesus Christ Superstar/Soundtrack) - From "Jesus Christ Superstar" Soundtrack
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Called On Account Of Rain
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John Nineteen: Forty-One - From "Jesus Christ Superstar" Soundtrack
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Life Is A Ball
4 To Go! · 1963
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Romeo And Juliet, Op.64, Act I: Dance Of The Knights
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The Nutcracker - Ballet, Op.71 (1987 - Remaster): No. 14b - Danse de la Fée Dragée (Act II)
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The essentials
The 3 André Previn albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 1963
A collection of Harold Arlen songs presented with Previn's arrangements, blending pop and light music styles in stereo format.
12 tracksMono and Stereo versionsReleased on Columbia1963
#3 · 1963
Jazz and easy listening album featuring soundtrack themes and popular tunes, widely issued on stereo vinyl by Columbia and CBS.
12 tracksStereoColumbia / CBS1963 multiple pressings
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Collectors
For vinyl die-hards
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
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.
Goodbye Charlie (Original Soundtrack Album)
Market position
i
Min price 2 €Max price 6 €
Average price
3,71 €
Only 26 copies for sale on Discogs
7 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Piano Concerto No. 1 / Concerto For Two Pianos
Market position
i
Min price 3 €Max price 3 €
Average price
3,04 €
Only 11 copies for sale on Discogs
49 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Sittin' On A Rainbow - The Music Of Harold Arlen
Market position
i
Min price 2 €Max price 7 €
Average price
3,59 €
Only 25 copies for sale on Discogs
2 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
André Previn In Hollywood
Market position
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Min price 1 €Max price 5 €
Average price
2,28 €
Only 29 copies for sale on Discogs
9 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Trio In D Minor, Op.40 / Trio In D Minor, Op.120
Market position
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Min price 6 €Max price 7 €
Average price
6,50 €
Only 4 copies for sale on Discogs
6 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
4 To Go!
Market position
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Min price 5 €Max price 10 €
Average price
8,23 €
Only 23 copies for sale on Discogs
85 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of André Previn
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Born in Berlin in 1929, Previn bridged classical music and jazz with equal mastery.— André Previn profile
01Pressing
Goodbye Charlie US Stereo Original LP
Released in 1964 by 20th Century Fox Records in the US as a stereo LP on catalogue number TFS 4165, this original pressing is sought after by collectors and traded at prices up to around €6.
02Recording
Piano Concerto No. 1 and Concerto For Two Pianos
Columbia Masterworks released this recording in stereo in 1963, featuring Previn performing classical concertos, available in several vinyl pressings with prices ranging approximately between €2.6 and €3.5.
03Album
Sittin' On A Rainbow - The Music Of Harold Arlen
Released in 1963 on Columbia, this album covers songs by Harold Arlen performed with Previn's arrangements, available in mono and stereo versions with collectible Canadian and US pressings.
04Label
André Previn In Hollywood
This 1963 jazz and soundtrack album was released on multiple labels including Columbia in the US and CBS in the UK, represented by several vinyl versions that collectors track for price and rarity.
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FAQ
FAQ: André Previn on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who was André Previn and what was his main musical focus?
André Previn was a German-born American pianist, conductor, and composer known for classical, jazz, and film music performances and recordings.
What are some of André Previn's essential vinyl albums for collectors?
Key vinyl albums include "Piano Concerto No. 1 / Concerto For Two Pianos" (1963), "Sittin' On A Rainbow" (1963), and "André Previn In Hollywood" (1963).
Are there notable original pressings of André Previn's albums?
Yes, original US stereo pressings like 1964's "Goodbye Charlie" LP on 20th Century Fox Records are collectible and tracked for pricing.
Which labels released André Previn's vinyl records in the 1960s?
Major labels include Columbia Masterworks, Warner Classics, RCA Victor, 20th Century Fox Records, and CBS, covering classical, jazz, and soundtrack genres.
What makes André Previn's recordings significant for vinyl audiophiles?
His recordings merge classical precision with jazz improvisation, and many have multiple pressings offering a range of audio qualities and collectible variants.
How popular is André Previn's music in France and which genres attract listeners there?
In France, Previn's classical and jazz recordings have a steady audience, especially for ballet and musical theatre works like Tchaikovsky ballets.
What vinyl formats are common for André Previn's releases?
12" LPs are most common spanning mono and stereo formats, with some 10" and 7" releases in the earlier parts of his career.
Are André Previn's vinyl records available with international pressings?
Yes, notable pressings include US, Canada, and UK issues with label variations and collectible catalog numbers like CS 8733 and ML 5792.
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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 06/07/2026