#1 · 1997
Features nine tracks blending jazz with Brazilian themes, recorded in a studio setting, notable for its 2026 French vinyl reissue.
9 tracks2026 French reissueDreyfus Jazz labelStereo LP
Artist page · 06/07/2026
Michel Petrucciani
Michel Petrucciani was a French jazz pianist born in 1962 in Orange. Renowned for his bebop and free jazz style, he overcame osteogenesis imperfecta to become a celebrated figure until his death in 1999.
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About
Michel Petrucciani, French jazz pianist blending bebop and free jazz traditions.
Six vinyl albums including reissues and live recordings with prices from €17 to €48.
Michel Petrucciani emerged as a compelling jazz pianist, merging bebop and free jazz influences. His catalog includes six vinyl records with a range of formats such as LP reissues and limited editions issued between the 1980s and upcoming reissues in 2024-2026. Petrucciani's work also spans live concert recordings, notably from Montreux and Montmartre, Denmark, and Karlsruhe, reflecting his broad European engagement.
The vinyl market shows active trading in titles like "Both Worlds" (France reissue, 2026), "Power of Three" (original Venezuelan and Japanese 1987 pressings), and more recent live sets from Denmark and Karlsruhe, with prices fluctuating between €17 and €48.
Discography
Michel Petrucciani — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Elemental Music · 2026Kuumbwa
Studio
Storyville · 2024Jazz Club Montmartre - CPH 1988
Studio
Storyville · 2022Solo In Denmark
Studio
Jazzhaus · 2019One Night In Karlsruhe
Studio
Dreyfus Jazz · 2007Piano Solo The Complete Concert In Germany
Studio
Dreyfus Jazz · 1999Trio In Tokyo
Studio
Dreyfus Jazz · 1999Quartet
Studio
Dreyfus Jazz · 1998Live
Studio
Disques Dreyfus · 1997Both Worlds
Studio
Dreyfus Jazz · 1996Flamingo
Studio
Dreyfus Jazz · 1995Conférence De Presse Vol. 2
Studio
Dreyfus Jazz · 1995Au Théâtre Des Champs-Elysées
Studio
Dreyfus Jazz · 1994Marvellous
Studio
Dreyfus Jazz · 1994Conférence De Presse
Studio
Blue Note · 1994Live
Studio
Blue Note · 1993Promenade With Duke
Studio
Owl Records · 1991Date With Time
Studio
Blue Note · 1991Playground
Studio
Blue Note · 1989Music
Studio
Blue Note · 1988Michel Plays Petrucciani
Studio
Blue Note · 1987Power Of Three
Studio
Blue Note · 1986Pianism
Studio
Owl Records · 1985Cold Blues
Studio
The George Wein Collection · 1984100 Hearts
Studio
Owl Records · 1984Note 'n Notes
Studio
Owl Records · 1983Oracle's Destiny - Big Sur * California
Studio
Owl Records · 1982Toot Sweet
Studio
Owl Records · 1981Michel Petrucciani
Studio
Bingow Records · 1980Flash
Studio
Studio album
Live / EP
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Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Michel Petrucciani's career.
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September Second
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02
Looking Up
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03
Home
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04
Caravan
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05
La Champagne
One Night In Karlsruhe · 2019
06
Rachid
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07
Nana Oye
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08
In A Sentimental Mood
Power Of Three · 1987
The essentials
The 3 Michel Petrucciani albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 1987
Seven-track post bop album with tracks like "Limbo" and "In A Sentimental Mood," available in original Venezuelan and Japanese pressings.
7 tracksOriginal 1987 Venezuelan pressingBlue Note labelPost Bop style
#3 · 1997
Includes the track "Colors" and showcases jazz piano with Brazilian influences, released by BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT.
Jazz/Blues genreReleased 2024BMG labelVinyl format
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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.
Both Worlds
Market position
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Min price 48 €Max price 48 €
Average price
47,50 €
Only 1 copies for sale on Discogs
11 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Power Of Three
Market position
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Min price 9 €Max price 52 €
Average price
35,00 €
Only 32 copies for sale on Discogs
29 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Kuumbwa
Market position
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Min price 37 €Max price 37 €
Average price
36,53 €
Only 24 copies for sale on Discogs
8 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Jazz Club Montmartre - CPH 1988
Market position
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Min price 25 €Max price 27 €
Average price
26,99 €
Only 13 copies for sale on Discogs
9 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Solo In Denmark
Market position
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Min price 17 €Max price 17 €
Average price
17,40 €
Only 7 copies for sale on Discogs
4 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
One Night In Karlsruhe
Market position
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Min price 20 €Max price 20 €
Average price
20,49 €
Only 10 copies for sale on Discogs
11 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Michel Petrucciani
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
His left and right hand independence in sound and rhythm was exceptional.— Jazz piano analysis
01Biography
Michel Petrucciani's French origins and lifespan
Born in Orange, France in 1962, Petrucciani overcame osteogenesis imperfecta and became a renowned jazz pianist until his death in New York in 1999.
02Recording
Both Worlds 2026 French reissue
The 2026 reissue of "Both Worlds" pressed in France on Dreyfus Jazz is a stereo LP that commands prices around €47.5, highlighting its collector value.
03Pressing
Power Of Three original Venezuelan pressing from 1987
This album was originally released in Venezuela on Blue Note with catalog number EMI 26413 and fetches prices starting near €25 for original pressings.
04Live Recording
Jazz Club Montmartre recordings from Denmark 1988
Two stereo LPs recorded in Denmark from the 1988 Montmartre show offer a setlist featuring "My Funny Valentine" and "Giant Steps," with prices around €27 for original pressings.
05Live Album
Solo In Denmark released in 2022
A 2022 LP album issued in Europe by Storyville Records showcases Petrucciani's solo performance with seven tracks including classic jazz standards.
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FAQ
FAQ: Michel Petrucciani on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who was Michel Petrucciani?
Michel Petrucciani was a French jazz pianist born in 1962 in Orange and passed away in 1999 in New York.
What are the main genres Michel Petrucciani played?
His main genres included bebop, free jazz, and jazz/blues.
Which Michel Petrucciani albums are available on vinyl?
There are six notable albums, including "Both Worlds," "Colors," and "Power of Three," pressed in LP and vinyl formats.
Are Michel Petrucciani's albums rare or widely available?
Some albums like "Both Worlds" 2026 French reissue or original pressings of "Power of Three" are collectible, with prices ranging from €17 to €48, showing varied availability.
What is special about the vinyl "Power Of Three"?
It features seven tracks in post bop style, with original pressings from 1987 in Venezuela and Japan commanding vinyl collector interest.
Did Michel Petrucciani perform live recordings on vinyl?
Yes, recordings like "Jazz Club Montmartre – CPH 1988" and "Solo In Denmark" are available as live session vinyl editions.
Where can I find Michel Petrucciani vinyl in France?
French reissues such as "Both Worlds" on the Dreyfus Jazz label are available at select retailers and vinyl shops in France.
How to identify original Michel Petrucciani vinyl pressings?
Original pressings usually bear the original release label and catalog number, for example, "EMI 26413" on the 1987 "Power of Three" Venezuelan LP.
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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