>Lee Conte ([log in to unmask]) wrote: > >>I don't know what's been reissued recently, but if you want a complete >>Rubinstein experience, check out his Chopin as well. IMO, while >>Rubinstein's execution is almost always perfected controlled and >>beautifully crafted, I often find his interpretation a bit superficial. >and Deryk Barker responded: >I don't much care for his RCA stereo remakes, but the 1930s Chopin on >EMI is entirely another matter. > I find the RCA Rubinstein/Chopin very precise, but lacking. Nevertheless he has quite a reputation in this music. It's been too long for me to remember the specifics, but this reminds me of a comment I read or heard in the 60's. Rubinstein, late in his life, gave a pension fund concert with Leinsdorf and the Boston Symphony. It was during a discussion of his impressive performance, despite the pianists advanced years, that comments were made of a 'rejuvenated' player. The opinion was given that the 'ends' of Rubinstein's career were the most impressive. Sorry to be so vague, but I have always remember this comment when I hear some of his recordings, especially the RCA Chopin. I'll look forward to an opportunity to hear the 30's version. Regards, Tom Connor