#1 · 2016
A collection of early performances showcasing Argerich’s youthful virtuosity on piano, released on Deutsche Grammophon in mono.
7 tracksMono sound2016 European pressing
Artist page · 06/07/2026
Martha Argerich
Born June 5, 1941 in Buenos Aires, Martha Argerich is an Argentine pianist known for her virtuosity and vast classical repertoire spanning Chopin, Beethoven, Ravel, Prokofiev, and more.
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About
Martha Argerich, Argentine virtuoso pianist with a broad classical repertoire.
Key LPs on Deutsche Grammophon and Warner Classics; many original pressings tracked in real time.
Martha Argerich began her international career early, recording for Deutsche Grammophon at age 19. Her extensive discography covers solo piano works, chamber music, and concertos, with a focus on Romantic and early 20th-century composers. She is noted for collaborations with conductors like Claudio Abbado and pianists including Nelson Freire. Despite a preference for privacy, her recordings continue to influence pianists globally.
Vinyl collectors can find select titles like "Chopin: Concertos n° 1 & 2" and "Early Recordings" on labels such as Warner Classics and Deutsche Grammophon, in various formats including mono and remastered editions. Prices and availability vary, reflecting different editions and pressing countries.
Discography
Martha Argerich — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Deutsche Grammophon · 2022Beethoven • Schumann • Franck
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Erato · 2019Schumann (Gautier Capuçon)
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Doremi · 20181961 Leningrad Recital II
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Warner Classics · 2017Carnival Of The Animals
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Deutsche Grammophon · 2017Piano Concerto N°1
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Deutsche Grammophon · 2016Early Recordings
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Deutsche Grammophon · 2015Carte Blanche / Verbier Festival
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Deutsche Grammophon · 2015Live From Buenos Aires
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Deutsche Grammophon · 2014Piano Duos
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Doremi · 2014Volume 2 : La Leggierezza / Sonatas N°3 & 7, Toccata Op.11 / Gaspard De la Nuit , Sonatine
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Deutsche Grammophon · 2009Salzburg
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Deutsche Grammophon · 2004Prokofiev Cinderella Suite · Ravel Ma Mère L’Oye
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EMI Classics · 2003Piano Trio No. 4 / Piano Quartet No. 1
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Deutsche Grammophon · 2001Chopin · Piano Sonatas Nos.2 & 3 · Andante Spianato & Grande Polonaise Brillante · Scherzo No.2
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Musical Heritage Society · 2000Live From The Concertgebouw 1978 & 1992
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Deutsche Grammophon · 2000Cellokonzert ∙ 5 Stücke Im Volkston ∙ Adagio Und Allegro ∙ Fantasiestücke ∙ Romanze ∙ Märchenbild
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EMI Classics · 1999Piano Concertos Nos. 1 & 2
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EMI Classics · 1998Piano Concertos Nos.1 & 3 / Piano Concerto No.3
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Deutsche Grammophon · 1997Violinsonaten No.5 "Frühlings-Sonate" / No.9 "Kreutzer-Sonate"
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TELDEC · 1996Sinfonia Domestica / La Valse / L'Apprenti Sorcier
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Deutsche Grammophon · 1995Violinsonaten Nos. 9 "Kreutzer" & 10 = Violin Sonatas = Sonates Pour Violon
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Deutsche Grammophon · 1994Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn*, Jörg Faerber - Piano Concerto No. 1; Piano Concerto No. 11
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Deutsche Grammophon · 1992Violinsonaten · 5 Melodien
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Deutsche Grammophon · 1991Cellosonaten Op. 5 • Variationen
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Amadeus · 1991Sonate Per Violino E Pianoforte Op. 12 N. 1, Op. 24
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Deutsche Grammophon · 1990Violinsonaten = Violin Sonatas / Thema Und Variationen
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Hunt Productions · 1989Martha Argerich Suona Chopin
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Deutsche Grammophon · 1987Violinsonaten • Violin Sonatas Nos. 4 & 5 »Frühlings-Sonate • Spring • Le Printemps«
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Deutsche Grammophon · 1986Klavierkonzerte Nos. 1 & 2
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Deutsche Grammophon · 1984Kinderszenen • Kreisleriana
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Philips · 1983On 2 Pianos = An 2 Klavieren
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Columbia Masterworks · 1978Fantasy In C, Op. 17 / Fantasiestücke, Op. 12
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PDU · 1976Sonata In La Maggiore Per Violino E Pianoforte / Quartettsatz Per Pianoforte E Archi
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Deutsche Grammophon · 1967Frédéric Chopin · Martha Argerich
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Telefunken · 1st Pianoconcerto
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EMI Classics · Music From Saratoga
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Philips · Sonata For Arpeggione • Fantasiestücke Op. 73
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Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Martha Argerich's career.
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Dreaming,Op.15 No. 7
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02
Fantasiestücke Op. 12: Aufschwung
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03
Concierto Para Piano Y Orquesta En Sol Mayor - Adagio Assai
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04
Gaspard de la nuit: 1. Ondine (Lent)
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05
Fantasiestücke Op. 12: Warum?
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06
Polonaise No. 6 in A flat 'Heroic' Op. 53
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07
Fantasiestücke Op. 12: Grillen
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08
Fantasiestücke Op. 12: Des Abends
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The essentials
The 3 Martha Argerich albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2017
Features piano concertos by Chopin with Argerich as soloist; issued by Warner Classics with notable critical acclaim.
2 concertosWarner Classics label2017 pressing
#3 · 2017
A remastered reissue on Deutsche Grammophon presenting the first piano concerto, popular among collectors for sound quality and packaging.
3 tracks2017 European pressingReissue, Remastered
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For vinyl die-hards
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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.
Beethoven • Schumann • Franck
Market position
i
Min price 35 €Max price 35 €
Average price
34,67 €
Only 4 copies for sale on Discogs
4 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Piano Concerto N°1
Market position
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Min price 78 €Max price 78 €
Average price
77,52 €
Only 1 copies for sale on Discogs
49 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Early Recordings
Market position
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Min price 23 €Max price 23 €
Average price
23,20 €
Only 8 copies for sale on Discogs
3 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Martha Argerich
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
Her playing combines great sensitivity with a virtuosic technique and boundless imagination.— Colleagues and critics
01Recording
Legendary 1965 Chopin recording
Her recording of Chopin works from 1965 was produced by EMI Classics and features large, imposing chords alongside precise virtuosic passages, praised for its formidable interpretation.
02Album Release
2016 mono pressing of Early Recordings
The 2016 European pressing of "Early Recordings" on Deutsche Grammophon presents early performances in mono, offering a historical glimpse of Argerich's development.
03Live Performance
Festival of Verbier 2008
Argerich's last solo recital was at the Festival de Verbier in 2008, where she performed Bach’s Partita No. 2, reflecting her selective presence on the solo stage since the 1980s.
04Collaboration
Partnership with Nelson Freire since 1957
Argerich regularly performed two-piano and chamber music pieces with pianist Nelson Freire, a friendship and musical partnership beginning in 1957.
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FAQ
FAQ: Martha Argerich on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who is Martha Argerich?
Martha Argerich is an Argentine pianist born in 1941 known for her virtuosity and broad classical repertoire from Bach to contemporary composers.
Which labels release Martha Argerich vinyl records?
Her vinyls are released mainly on Deutsche Grammophon and Warner Classics among others.
What are some essential albums to start with on vinyl?
"Early Recordings" (2016), "Chopin: Concertos n° 1 & 2" (2017), and the "Piano Concerto N°1" reissue (2017) are key records available on vinyl.
Are there remastered vinyl editions of Martha Argerich’s work?
Yes, the 2017 remastered reissue of "Piano Concerto N°1" on Deutsche Grammophon is an example.
Where was Martha Argerich born?
She was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on June 5, 1941.
Does Martha Argerich perform solo piano concerts often?
She has performed solo less frequently since the 1980s, preferring chamber music and concertos.
Is Martha Argerich’s technique considered exceptional?
Yes, her technique is regarded as one of the most impressive among contemporary classical pianists.
Are Martha Argerich’s vinyl records available in France?
Many of her European pressings on Deutsche Grammophon and Warner Classics are distributed and available in France.
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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.
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- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 06/07/2026