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André Previn

André Previn

jazz, opera

Germany

"A buoyant interplay of intricate harmonies dances over rhythmic swings, creating a vibrant tapestry that feels at once polished and improvisational."

Quick Start

A good place to start with André Previn is…

We Got Rhythm: A Gershwin Songbook

We Got Rhythm: A Gershwin Songbook

1998
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Career Arc

André Previn's discography from 1956 to 2007

1956 1981 2007
Shelly Manne & His Friend... (1956) My Fair Lady (1956) Pal Joey (1957) André Previn Plays Songs... (1959) West Side Story (1959) King Size! (1959) André Previn Plays Songs... (1960) Like Previn! (1960) André Previn and J. J. Jo... (1962) All Alone (André Previn a... (1967) A Different Kind of Blues (1980) The Three-Cornered Hat (1983) After Hours (1989) Uptown (1990) André Previn Plays Songs... (1991) Old Friends (1992) Kiri Sidetracks: The Jazz... (1992) What Headphones? (1993) Sure Thing: The Jerome Ke... (1994) André Previn and Friends... (1995)
André Previn reshaped the landscape of contemporary music by seamlessly weaving together the intricate worlds of classical and jazz, fostering a dialogue between two seemingly disparate genres.
André Previn reshaped the landscape of contemporary music by seamlessly weaving together the intricate worlds of classical and jazz, fostering a dialogue between two seemingly disparate genres. His work not only elevated the appreciation of orchestral arrangements in popular contexts but also challenged musicians and listeners alike to rethink the boundaries of musical expression, impacting both concert halls and jazz clubs. Previn's innovative approach derived from his dual mastery of both classical composition and improvisational jazz, allowing him to navigate between structured symphonies and spontaneous riffs with ease. This fluidity enabled him to create a sound that felt both meticulously crafted and organically alive, often transforming traditional forms with his rich harmonic language and rhythmic complexity. In his songwriting, Previn frequently explored themes of nostalgia and emotional depth, drawing on personal experiences that resonate universally. His tone ranges from introspective to exuberant, employing storytelling that often feels conversational yet layered with nuance. By blending sincerity with subtle irony, he captures moments that linger in the air long after they fade away.

Full discography

André Previn's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

27 releases • 27 albums • 1956–2007
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Alone: Ballads for Solo Piano album by André Previn

Alone: Ballads for Solo Piano

2007

Live at the Jazz Standard (André Previn album) album by André Previn

Live at the Jazz Standard (André Previn album)

2001

We Got It Good and That Ain't Bad: An Ellington Songbook album by André Previn

We Got It Good and That Ain't Bad: An Ellington Songbook

1999

We Got Rhythm: A Gershwin Songbook album by André Previn

We Got Rhythm: A Gershwin Songbook

1998

Come Rain or Shine: The Harold Arlen Songbook album by André Previn

Come Rain or Shine: The Harold Arlen Songbook

1996

Ballads: Solo Jazz Standards album by André Previn

Ballads: Solo Jazz Standards

1996

André Previn and Friends Play Show Boat album by André Previn

André Previn and Friends Play Show Boat

1995

Sure Thing: The Jerome Kern Songbook album by André Previn

Sure Thing: The Jerome Kern Songbook

1994

What Headphones? album by André Previn

What Headphones?

1993

Old Friends album by André Previn

Old Friends

1992

Kiri Sidetracks: The Jazz Album album by André Previn

Kiri Sidetracks: The Jazz Album

1992

André Previn Plays Songs by Vernon Duke album by André Previn

André Previn Plays Songs by Vernon Duke

1991

Uptown album by André Previn

Uptown

1990

After Hours album by André Previn

After Hours

1989

The Three-Cornered Hat album by André Previn

The Three-Cornered Hat

1983

A Different Kind of Blues album by André Previn

A Different Kind of Blues

1980

Jazz at the Musikverein album by André Previn

Jazz at the Musikverein

All Alone (André Previn album) album by André Previn

All Alone (André Previn album)

1967

André Previn and J. J. Johnson album by André Previn

André Previn and J. J. Johnson

1962

André Previn Plays Songs by Harold Arlen album by André Previn

André Previn Plays Songs by Harold Arlen

1960

Like Previn! album by André Previn

Like Previn!

1960

André Previn Plays Songs by Jerome Kern album by André Previn

André Previn Plays Songs by Jerome Kern

1959

West Side Story album by André Previn

West Side Story

1959

King Size! album by André Previn

King Size!

1959

Pal Joey album by André Previn

Pal Joey

1957

Shelly Manne & His Friends album by André Previn

Shelly Manne & His Friends

1956

My Fair Lady album by André Previn

My Fair Lady

1956

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does André Previn sound like?

A buoyant interplay of intricate harmonies dances over rhythmic swings, creating a vibrant tapestry that feels at once polished and improvisational. Rooted in classical and jazz. Start with We Got Rhythm: A Gershwin Songbook.

What is the best André Previn album to start with?

The best album to start with is "We Got Rhythm: A Gershwin Songbook" (1998). It's the most representative of what makes André Previn worth hearing.

Who is André Previn for?

If you're into classical and jazz, André Previn is worth your time. A buoyant interplay of intricate harmonies dances over rhythmic swings, creating a vibrant tapestry that feels at once polished and improvisational.

How many albums does André Previn have?

André Previn has 27 releases in their discography, including 27 albums.

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