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Title: Splendid
Review: Rubinstein's understanding of this music shines through. An excellent pianist whose reputation speaks for itself. The cover of the CD has a quote from the Penguin guide praising his "characteristic finesse and beauty of phrasing..." The RCA Victor Symphony and Wallenstein's conducting are good. They do a fine job creating a stormy atmosphere in the 20th and accompanying their distinguished soloist. Rubinstein captures the joyful spirits of the 23rd well also. These concertos complement each other...the 20th dark and stormy, the 23rd graceful and full of joy. The only thing missing from this fine CD is the date when it was recorded, but the recorded sound is good, so don't worry. By the way, if you have never heard the Rondo in A Minor, it's breathtaking...a masterpiece similar in its tone and style to the 20th Concerto.
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