A 2025 stereo LP album featuring 27 piano pieces including classical staples and contemporary themes, released by Deutsche Grammophon in Germany.
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Lang Lang
About
Lang Lang, From Shenyang prodigy to global classical piano sensation.
Four vinyl albums with Deutsche Grammophon, piano classics and Disney themes, tracked live on prices and editions.
Lang Lang began piano studies at age three and won multiple piano competitions in China, Germany, and Japan during his youth. He studied at the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing and later at the Curtis Institute in Philadelphia with Gary Graffman. Breakthrough performances in the late 1990s and early 2000s launched a global career. He has recorded extensively mostly with Deutsche Grammophon and Sony Classical, performing classical standards as well as contemporary and crossover works.
On vinyl, Lang Lang's catalog includes four major albums: Piano Book (2019), Piano Book 2 (2025), The Disney Book (2022), and Saint-Saëns (2024).
Discography
Lang Lang — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Deutsche Grammophon · 2025
Deutsche Grammophon · 2022
Deutsche Grammophon · 2019
Sony Classical · 2016
Deutsche Grammophon · 2015
Sony Classical · 2015
Sony Classical · 2014
Sony Classical · 2014
Sony Classical · 2013
Sony Classical · 2012
Sony Classical · 2011
Sony Classical · 2010
Sony Classical · 2010
Deutsche Grammophon · 2009
Deutsche Grammophon · 2008
Deutsche Grammophon · 2007
Deutsche Grammophon · 2006
Deutsche Grammophon · 2005
Deutsche Grammophon · 2005
Deutsche Grammophon · 2004
Telarc · 2002Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Lang Lang's career.
The essentials
The 3 Lang Lang albums you absolutely need
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2022 vinyl album of Disney soundtrack favorites performed by Lang Lang, available in stereo LP across Europe with limited edition test pressings.
2024 release paying tribute to composer Camille Saint-Saëns, featuring modern classical interpretations on vinyl through Deutsche Grammophon.
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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.
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Lang Lang
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Lang Lang's dedication to mastering piano combined with his charismatic performances transcends cultural barriers and brings classical music to wider audiences.— Classical Music Commentator
Early Piano Studies and Competition Success
Lang Lang started piano at age three with teacher Zhu Ya-Fen in Shenyang. By 1987, he won first prize in the Shenyang piano competition and soon after gave his first public recital, followed by international awards.
Studies at Central Conservatory of Music and Curtis Institute
In 1991, Lang Lang entered Beijing's Central Conservatory studying with Zhao Ping-Guo. From 1997 to 2002, he trained under Gary Graffman at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia.
1999 Live Replacement at Ravinia Gala
Lang Lang gained worldwide attention in 1999 when he replaced André Watts at the Ravinia Festival’s 'Gala of the Century', playing Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1 with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
First Recording for Deutsche Grammophon and Carnegie Hall Recital
His 2003 debut recording with Deutsche Grammophon followed a celebrated 2001 Carnegie Hall debut recital, which was recorded live and released in 2004, marking his rise in classical music recording.
Notable Vinyl Pressings and Market Prices
Current vinyl editions such as the 2025 'Piano Book 2' released in Germany on Deutsche Grammophon command prices between €26 to €35, with varied pressings including white label and stereo album versions.
Records by Lang Lang
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FAQ: Lang Lang on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who is Lang Lang and what genre does he specialize in?
Lang Lang is a Chinese pianist specializing in classical music, known for performances of concertos, solo recitals, and crossover works.
What are some of Lang Lang's notable vinyl releases?
Key vinyl releases include 'Piano Book' (2019), 'Piano Book 2' (2025), 'The Disney Book' (2022), and 'Saint-Saëns' (2024), mostly from Deutsche Grammophon.
What format and label are Lang Lang's vinyl albums mostly released under?
Most of Lang Lang's vinyl albums are stereo LPs released by Deutsche Grammophon, with some limited edition pressings.
How can I identify original pressings of 'The Disney Book' by Lang Lang?
Original pressings of 'The Disney Book' are usually stereo LPs released in Europe by Deutsche Grammophon, sometimes found as limited edition test pressings.
Where was Lang Lang born and when did he start piano lessons?
Lang Lang was born in Shenyang, China, on June 14, 1982, beginning piano lessons at age three.
Has Lang Lang worked with any renowned music conservatories?
Yes, he studied at the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing and the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia.
What is the price range for Lang Lang's 'Piano Book 2' vinyl albums currently?
Prices for 'Piano Book 2' vinyl range between approximately €26 and €35, depending on pressing and condition.
Can Lang Lang's recordings be considered collectible on vinyl?
Certain limited edition pressings, such as white label or test pressings of his albums, can be collectible and sought after by vinyl enthusiasts.
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- 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.


