When I was 12, My Mom took me to my 1st Carnegie Hall concert during its 75th Anniversary celebrations. Rubinstein was on the program and my Mom took me backstage to meet him post concert. That's when I learned that my maternal Grandfather knew him. He and my Mom had a chat and Mom have me an unforgettable memory.
My father tuned for Artur Rubinstein at East Carolina college. Mr Rubinstein knelt down to shake my hand, as my father introduced me to him. I was 5 years old. I didn't fully realize the gravity of the moment, but I knew it was special !!
How grateful l am that l attended a performance of this Concerto when a student in London,having saved hard to get the price of a ticket. Now at 83, l have never heard better musicianship,as every note is a treasure…..Ceri Long
There are so many great Chopin performences, but Rubinstein continues to be as rellevant as ever. I always go back to his recordings - perfect and everlasting.
listen to other performances trust me he is nothing special his timing is the worst I have ever heard totally overated he aint no richter thats for sure or zimmerman
Послушайте Алексея Султанова, у него просто Божественный Шопен! Он феноменальный пианист, держит тебя от первой ноты до последней...не играет, а живёт музыкой. Гений.
Perhaps at age 12, as a piano student, my parents took me to a Rubenstein concert in Washington, D.C. What an experience! (I'm 73 now)...not just the wonderful music, but also the vivid charm of his manners, dress, movements on stage, graciousness towards the audience and pure dignity. The video is impressive, but only a faint echo of being there. The first record I bought myself was a recording of AR's Chopin noctures. What a gift to the music loving world.
I am also 73 and also went to hear Rubenstein in Washington. it was with the National Symphony and I think I was about 15 and I think Rubenstein played the Schumann Concerto. I'm pretty sure Howard Mitchell conducted the orchestra.
A nice experience, I'm sure ! But it is sad to admit thats all people leaving comments on that video are over 60... What are youngers loving and listening today, Rap ? Those have nothing to do with Rubinstein... that's a great preoccupation for me and future new artists. Who will be able to play Chopin that way in fifty years ?... I don't know. But we have to stay optimistic.
@@jean-pierrepericaud8224 My grandaughter fell in love with classical music when she was 6. She is 20 and plays classical celo and is a music therapist. Her friends hate rap. Its not so bleak as one woukd think. Florida State , her alma mater was a wonderful environment for fostering a love of serious music.
The best word I can find for this wonderful performance is "dignified". So calm, completely "non-ego", really putting the music into the centre. And finally not rushing it, really playing music, not showing off virtuosity. Thank you for sharing.
A local orchestra (which included a lady who later became one of my profs) prepared all week for the Maestro to arrive for the run through before the evening's concert. They begin the intro. He waves for them to stop. "What is that you're playing?" Such and such concerto was the reply. "That is not what I prepared!" Stunned silence. He closes his eyes, flutters his fingers over the keyboard a minute or two. Looking up at the conductor says "all right, go ahead".
The recording of Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor, Op. 21, performed by Arthur Rubinstein, is an eternal masterpiece. Rubinstein represents the musical hero for countless pianists, capturing the essence of Chopin's work with impeccable technique and profound expressiveness. Every movement of this concerto is an emotional journey, a musical tale that connects the listener to the most intimate parts of the soul. His interpretation, a bright beacon in the world of music, inspires generations of artists and enthusiasts, leaving an indelible mark in our minds and hearts. Thank you, Maestro, for making history and for always inspiring us with your art.
È vero, l'arte di Rubinstein al pianoforte ha qualcosa di veramente terapeutico; sembra quasi che ogni nota suonata da lui possa raggiungere direttamente le parti più vulnerabili dell'anima, offrendo conforto e ristoro. La sua capacità di trasmettere emozioni così profonde attraverso la musica di Chopin non è solo un tributo al suo straordinario talento, ma anche un regalo inestimabile per tutti noi che troviamo rifugio e ispirazione nelle sue interpretazioni. Condividere questo apprezzamento con qualcuno che sente profondamente l'arte di Rubinstein è veramente speciale. Grazie per aver condiviso la tua esperienza emotiva; è un ricordo del potere unificante della musica.
Chopin moves me and fills my senses like no other. This concerto is my absolute favourite piece of his. The emotions race and tumble downstream, then gently flow into a calm lake softly lapping at the water’s edge. Clouds float by, birds sing in the trees, love is in the air, I feel peace and contentment. He breaks my heart and then I am in love again. Love never dies in his music, he always gives us hope and a sense of purpose. Do you feel it too?
Longevity and Chopin seemed to be linked in my family. My grandmother Elizabeth Mulfinger practiced her Chopin every morning for two hours well into her upper 90’s and passed away at 102. George Mulfinger her teacher at Syracuse University and husband who Studied with Emil von Sauer, passed away at 88.
Yes....God is in this music...it is full of love! The second movement had been going through my head for a couple of weeks now. I think it was in an old movie about Nazi Germany i saw on TCM. A violinist was playing the tune and the Gestspo asked if it was Wagner....he said yes to save his skin. It was implied Chopin was banned becsuse of the beauty and hope. Chopin made me cry today....too much beauty for a heart to hold!
Rubinstein allows the composer to speak directly without problems of any kind to get in the way. Immaculate technique and gentleness are the hallmarks of his playing; his like comes this way very rarely. The most marvellous pianist I ever heard in my youth. RIP dear Maestro
When I was a child, I saved my babysitting money and rode the bus to attend Mr. Rubinstein's concert in Seattle. It was one of the most influential experiences of my life. I am thrilled to be able to view this video. It has brought me to tears.
If I can to see Previn and Rubinstein together in this Chopin concert is amazing and great gift for my life. I want tosee them forever..Thanks from Chile.
I distinctly remember the first day I played the cassette of Chopin's Piano Concerto #2,and heard the Larghetto.I nearly cried, because it was just so beautiful.Frederic Chopin.Nothing more to be said.
Oh yes: As long as music and the piano endure, Arthur Rubinstein will be around. Rubinstein is way up there not only in Chopin’s music, but in any music he plays.
Nothing fits this performance better than what Robert Schuman said about Frederic Chopin "Hats off, gentlemen, a genius !". Thank you for this moment of grace and beauty
@@danielkristianson208 thank you for correcting this historical mistake; I think that it also applies to Chopin for composiing this concerto and to Maestro Rubinstein for playing it so well.
You are quite right. I quote from Joan Chissell's book on Schumann. (Page 198) as follows: 'His enthusiasm for Chopin dates from his first article of 1831, containing the now famous sentence: 'Off with your hats, gentlemen--a genius,' and in all his subsequent writings he acknowledges Chopin as a true representative of the 'new poetic age'. ALSO: in Judith Chernak's book on Schumann, the Faces and the Masks (page 258) she writes: ''New Paths'' could be seen as a companion piece to Schumann's early review of Chopin's "Mozart" Variations, in which he hailed Chopin as a genius." To all lovers of Chopin's music I would recomnend your acquiring the Alan Walker's biography of Chopin entitled 'Fryderyk Chopin....A Life and Times' available both in hardback and softback. A fantastic , comprehensive read , illustrated and including extracts from his compositions.
The greatest interpreter, invoker of Chopin's works to have come along. No one could ever render Chopin's melodies in this way. Chopin shall forever be proud that his music is immortalised by Arthur Rubinstein's fingers 🙏
@@jiimbow Being a compatriot of Chopin does give him that edge, yet he also went back to the drawing board and did the rudimentary work of honing his skill when he felt that his playing became sloppy. As for timing, the man is 88 years old over here and still possesses a profound quality of touch, sonority and affection. There is something ethereal about his playing of Chopin that I find in no other pianist. I am not trying to persuade you to believe as I do. After all, to each their own.
This music takes me back to my childhood in South Africa . Cycling to my piano lessons. Learning Chopin and he was my favourite composer then . I still feel transported back in time when I hear Chopins music. It is very emotional and sometimes it makes me sad as I remember the happy times with my siblings.
I auditioned before the great Rubinstein in Los Angeles as a child as a member of the National Fraternity of Student Musicians at about age 9. I did not know who he was then, except as a judge of my performance. I didn't realize how great he was as a pianist until much later. He gave me good marks on my performance evaluation, and I got a gold NFSM pin shaped like a piano. A good grade was all that mattered to me then, today, I watch his white hair and strong hands and fingers on the keyboard in awe. He didn't have white hair when I played the piano for him, and I don't remember if he said much to me. Today I watch him in awe for the great man that he was and awe at his masterful performance, staid and under-dramatic, his music says it all and that is what is so beautiful and moves me to tears at the end of his performance! I can't believe he is age 88 here and to see the agility of his hands performing is just awesome!
Chef's kiss! Rubinstein is the master of melody in my eyes. His control of voicing always allows the instrument to sing in the most glorious ways. I am so glad I found this rendition!
They did the absolute right thing by choosing Andre Previn to conduct. Previn is a genius and he really showed his musicianship by REALLY understanding Rubinstein’s interpretation with respect.
I'm 24 and adore Chopin. This piece definitely has to be up there with one of my favourites. Hope to get to see it performed one day. Chopin's music will continue to captivate people of all ages for centuries to come!
No kidding. I hope I can even get up from my chair, much less still play a musical instrument decently if I make it to 88 or beyond.... he was so vibrant.
Beautiful music to study, work or just imagine that one is in the theater listening to this music. What I like the most is how the pianist at his age still maintains an incredible handling of the piano. An example to reach old age.
Cara Alba, ricordo quando mi raccontavi di aver avuto l'immensa gioia e l'onore di assistere a questo mirabile concerto! Scalda il cuore rivedere nei miei ricordi mio nonno che ascoltava alla radio le opere e i concerti, che intensità quei sguardi, quel suo seguire gli spartiti a memoria. Inimitabile Rubinstein 🙏
Maestro Rubinstein was a genius! I like to think Chopin himself would be delighted with this performance. It's as autumnal as is only possible. There's finesse and an effortless lightness in his playing, and a Mozartean touch to it all. Superb recording
I absolutely love Rubinstein’s musical sensibility, there’s something that happens between him and the keys and the strings, an alchemy happens, much more than the tone he gets out of every piano he plays. I love to hear many concert pianists play Chopin, specifically, but also schubert, Brahms etc. But then I listen to Rubinstein again and I realize that he’s reached a whole different level than the other ones.
It is incredible how this man can play such a piece of music without sheets! The amount of work put in to play the piano in that way. He is fantastic. I bow to him
@@gbeachy2010idk if you’re being sarcastic but it’s just something to understand, that memorizing the piece isn’t that hard for musicians. It’s like ballet, you don’t marvel during the ballet (ballets are long!) that they know what step to do next. I’m the most amateurish musician ever but as a kid I could easily learn music. (Memorize even seems like the wrong word partially).
@M SC you must be so proud of your abilities, well, actually you said so. Too bad you can't decipher sarcasm with certainty. There are things that come easy to some people but are difficult if not impossible to others. Have a little compassion for those less fortunate. Your original comment was snarky, just so you know.
23:41 i seriously love how he just goes immediately into playing the next movement, it catches you by surprise almost because! it’s like all the love that was created in the second movement gets erratically and pettily forgotten by the third. rubinstein has such great interpretation of chopin
Arthur Rubenstein performs this Chopin Concerto with such grace and aplomb; it's entirely enjoyable to watch and listen to, even sublime. His interpretation is authoritative, even a benchmark to which all future performers may take note and aspire. I was really exhausted and the lilting melodies wafted me off to sleep briefly. All in all, a totally breathtaking performance by a 20th century icon of the piano.
Its something unbelieve how he plays passions and without transitions his music is peace Always I'm ready to heard Arthur Rubinstein playing piano My soul needs his music
Wow, it's almost like I'm hearing this for the first time. I have no basis to say this, but I believe this is how Chopin would have played this piece. You can tell Rubenstein respected every single note
I love the performances of Arthur Rubinstein. He was a big hero of my lovely mother ( Piano Teacher). Thanks for sharing this unforgettable concert. Julianadorp / The Netherlands / Oktober 30 2022 / Hebert Perez Garcia
Listening to this in honor of Chopin’s birthday! No one can play Chopin like Arthur Rubenstein; He has the best recordings of Chopin’s music in my opinion!!!👏👏👏
Just superb, the greatest piano virtuoso, no ego a consumate musician. Plus Previn & The orchestra. Music for lifs the soul...Chopin the composer who wrote understanding human frailty,mixed emotions & importantly the appreciation of love & art.
This is one of greatest masterpieces composed in the musical world, in my opinion. The piano concerto is amazing in sensitivity and touches us deeply in our soul. The romanticism of the work is sublime and superb. The interpretation is admirable, the best I heard until now. The sentiment and the technique of Rubinstein are incredible. The harmony and cadence are amazing. I hear this concert many times but this is really the greatest and the best interpretation I know so far. Bravissimo!!!
It very difficult to express my feelings towards this phenomenal artist Artur Rubinstein, because he was just simply the best pianist who had roamed on this earth. Listening to him give me so much pleasure and joy. I can go on listening for ever this Maestro Rubinstein. Thanks for the great sound.
@@jiimbow hallo Jim, you may be right in your opinion, je suis d‘accord, but to me at that momentan when I saw him performing on a tv, I felt he was genius playing his piano so amazingly good.
Sobriété , sérénité, et élégance : une sonorité lyrique reconnaissable dès les premières notes. Le phrasé est parfait, le tempo laisse chanter le piano. C'est le roi Artur dans toute sa majesté ! Incroyable à 88 ans, et la direction d'André Previn est parfaite à la tête de l'un des meilleurs orchestres du monde. La grande classe 🙏👏👏👏👏
It's been 30 years or more since I heard Arthur Rubinstein on his RCA recordings. Thanks so much to Classical Vault for this visual and audio treat. Both have held up so beautifully. I also like Andre Previn's recordings with Shelly Mann.
Incredible. André Previn and Arthur Rubinstein and the London Symphony Orchestra on the same stage. Classic of classical. So elegant. Flawless performance where the music is the star. Delicious.
This performance by Arthur Rubinstein is brilliant perfect and amazing in its beauty and depth of expression and technique. This genial interpretation of Chopin proves Rubinsten's outstanding talent as well as Chopin's Genius as a piano composer. This music is eternal.
Impressionante e sublime come riesca a 83 anni a coniugare potenza e grazia in un modo così forsennato come forsennata è la difficoltà di questo meraviglioso concerto.
Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849) Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor Op. 29 *(1829)* 00:00 I. Maestoso 02:36 _piano entrance_ 14:31 II. Larghetto 23:48 III. Allegro vivace Arthur Rubinstein, piano London Symphony Orchestra André Previn, conductor *Fairfield Hall* *Croyden, England 🏴 April 1975*
There were two guys chose this concert this years at Chopin’s International piano contest.. Both played very good but I came back to Rubinstein’s concert. His is very deep and something catches my soul. I listen this music every night. I like this conductor, too.
A great display of musical elegance and technique in the playing of this great piano concerto by Maestro Rubinstein, especially at the late age when he recorded this composition. I personally think he delivers strength, musical precision and the exact notes and markings as written and delivered by Frédéric Chopin, his compatriot. A classic, impersonal recording for the ages.
In the 80s I was working in Poland, where Chopin is a national hero. Every 5 years they have the Warsaw International Chopin Piano Competition. It lasts a week or more and Poles were glued to the TV every night. We bribed and were lucky to get tickets for the final, and this was the test piece. As not a piano expert, it was nevertheless fascinating to discern it played in different ways by the 6 finalists. Fabulous experience and this now my favourite Chopin.
Eines der schönsten Musikstücke der Klassikgeschichte , interpretiert von einem der größten ( für mich der größte) Pianisten aller Zeiten. Bei diesem seinem letzten Konzert, war Rubinstein bereits 88 Jahre alt , bevor er ein paar Monate später völlig erblindete. Unvorstellbar diese Interpretation. Mehr geht nicht.
Лучшее исполнение! Просто магнетическое! Удивительно в таком возрасте иметь такую подвижность суставов и вообще силу, абсолютно гениальное исполнение и прочтение, музыка конечно тоже волшебная, можно слушать бесконечно.... Никакого видеоряда не надо, он сам возникает в воображении , абсолютный восторг! Какое счастье, что сохранились записи и в таком качестве, спасибо RUclips!!!
A wonderful performance by, for me, the greatest 20th century pianist, a marvelous orchestra conducted by a supreme musician (also a pianist)-what more could you ask for? Thank you Classical Vault.
The hands of the Master. His art, his musical eloquence, his strength, his tenderness, it is all channeled through his hands. He doesn't move his body to call attention to himself, nor his facial expression except to glance almost imperceptibly at the conductor. I just love it how Mr Rubinstein uses his hands to convey the message of the music that obviously sings in his own heart. Thanks to my mother, he became my favourite pianist when I was a child. He's still the best. And Mr Previn, well, he's such a great conductor, words fail me. Thanks for sharing this. Greetings from Australia.
This is most likely one of the most if not The best performance by a legend. Every note, key strike, phrase and interpretation is pure Chopin and unmatched. It's interesting cause I love Kissin's performance in the No 1 piano concerto.
Nell'ascoltare la magistrale interpretazione di Arthur Rubinstein del Concerto per pianoforte n. 2 di Chopin, si apre un portale verso un mondo dove ogni nota vibra con un'intensità che sembra sfiorare l'eterno. Quest'opera, scritta da un giovane Chopin innamorato, trasuda le profondità del desiderio e le pene della gioventù, elementi che Rubinstein cattura con sorprendente empatia. Recentemente, ho scoperto che durante le esibizioni di questo concerto, Rubinstein si immergeva talmente nell'anima di Chopin che i suoi concerti diventavano più di una semplice performance; erano una reiterazione dell'amore perduto e delle speranze del compositore. Questa profonda connessione tra compositore e interprete offre non solo un ascolto estetico, ma anche un viaggio emotivo per chiunque sia disposto a lasciarsi trasportare dalle melodie. Riflettendo su questa connessione, mi trovo spesso a meditare su come la musica classica e in particolare le interpretazioni di Rubinstein, possano funzionare come un dialogo tra il passato e il presente, un dialogo che può lenire l'anima e offrire consolazione e ispirazione nei momenti di necessità. La musica di Chopin, attraverso le mani di Rubinstein, mi ha insegnato che anche nelle profondità della malinconia si possono trovare momenti di bellezza straordinaria. Invito ogni ascoltatore a non solo sentire, ma veramente ascoltare questo concerto, a lasciare che le emozioni trasportate dalle note del pianoforte si intreccino alle proprie, in un'esperienza di pura bellezza e condivisione umana. Questo, dopo tutto, è il vero potere della musica: unire le anime attraverso il tempo e lo spazio, offrendo conforto, speranza e a volte, una profonda guarigione.
The best performance of all times of this eternal masterpiece. At 6:26 starts something impossible to describe, ineffable, mysterious, breathtaking, touching. The whole is a sinol of perfection and passion🎵
Sono d'accordo. Si tratta di un passaggio, di una transizione tra un prima e un dopo. I primi 6:26 minuti servono a caricare di tensione e di attesa quell'unico momento in cui tutta l'energia accumulata si scarica e si trasforma in qualcos'altro permettendoti, amaramente, di cantare.
How great Rubinstein, this great video is from the 70s or 80s, the quality and performance is incredible, Chopin always impressive. I love this concert but to be honest No 1 is my favorite.
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Thank God for RUclips that we can enjoy this performance anytime and anywhere.
When I was 12, My Mom took me to my 1st Carnegie Hall concert during its 75th Anniversary celebrations. Rubinstein was on the program and my Mom took me backstage to meet him post concert. That's when I learned that my maternal Grandfather knew him. He and my Mom had a chat and Mom have me an unforgettable memory.
My father tuned for Artur Rubinstein at East Carolina college. Mr Rubinstein knelt down to shake my hand, as my father introduced me to him. I was 5 years old. I didn't fully realize the gravity of the moment, but I knew it was special !!
thank you for sharing your precious memory!
This ia literally giving me goosebumps
I love the guy
I could listen to him forever
Rubinstein était un immense pianiste que nous regrettons
How grateful l am that l attended a performance of this Concerto when a student in London,having saved hard to get the price of a ticket. Now at 83, l have never heard better musicianship,as every note is a treasure…..Ceri Long
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There are so many great Chopin performences, but Rubinstein continues to be as rellevant as ever. I always go back to his recordings - perfect and everlasting.
listen to other performances trust me he is nothing special his timing is the worst I have ever heard totally overated he aint no richter thats for sure or zimmerman
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@@jiimbow You must know nothing about music. What an asinine comment.
Послушайте Алексея Султанова, у него просто Божественный Шопен! Он феноменальный пианист, держит тебя от первой ноты до последней...не играет, а живёт музыкой. Гений.
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There's only one Chopin. There's only one Rubinstein. A match made in heaven.
In Heaven, indeed🎹🎼🎵🎶🎶👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🕊🕊🕊
Amen
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The best pianist of Chopin's works
How very true
Perhaps at age 12, as a piano student, my parents took me to a Rubenstein concert in Washington, D.C.
What an experience! (I'm 73 now)...not just the wonderful music, but also the vivid charm of his manners, dress, movements on stage, graciousness towards the audience and pure dignity.
The video is impressive, but only a faint echo of being there. The first record I bought myself was a recording of AR's Chopin noctures. What a gift to the music loving world.
I am also 73 and also went to hear Rubenstein in Washington. it was with the National Symphony and I think I was about 15 and I think Rubenstein played the Schumann Concerto. I'm pretty sure Howard Mitchell conducted the orchestra.
A nice experience, I'm sure ! But it is sad to admit thats all people leaving comments on that video are over 60... What are youngers loving and listening today, Rap ? Those have nothing to do with Rubinstein... that's a great preoccupation for me and future new artists. Who will be able to play Chopin that way in fifty years ?... I don't know. But we have to stay optimistic.
הייתי מוקסם !
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My grandaughter fell in love with classical music when she was 6. She is 20 and plays classical celo and is a music therapist. Her friends hate rap. Its not so bleak as one woukd think. Florida State , her alma mater was a wonderful environment for fostering a love of serious music.
There are some peopl, who simply *feel* it.
Chopin restores my faith in humanity.
Chopin is humanity entirely he is all of us and we all are him....what he composed it is universal
Chopin Ha sofferto troppo per l'Invasione dei Russi sulla Polonia. Amava la sua Patria come non mai.
It is wonderful to see Rubinstein playing in concert. At this respect RUclips is the best “time machine”
Maravilloso
Su sonido es trasparente
Written by Chopin at 19, performed by Rubinstein at 88, wonderful!
It is The best interprtation of this concert, in my opinion . Maestro Rubinstain is ameizing !!!!! 2 part- I am in heven 💙♾💙
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The best word I can find for this wonderful performance is "dignified". So calm, completely "non-ego", really putting the music into the centre. And finally not rushing it, really playing music, not showing off virtuosity. Thank you for sharing.
The old man was no bang bang :)
Hyvä on 👌🏻
I love Arthur Rubinstein.
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A commanding performance...........sublime
A local orchestra (which included a lady who later became one of my profs) prepared all week for the Maestro to arrive for the run through before the evening's concert. They begin the intro. He waves for them to stop. "What is that you're playing?" Such and such concerto was the reply. "That is not what I prepared!" Stunned silence. He closes his eyes, flutters his fingers over the keyboard a minute or two. Looking up at the conductor says "all right, go ahead".
That sounds like a Rubinstein story. I have my own and others have theirs I have discovered. It is part of what made him so exceptional.
I love this comment. Can you imagine he practices? Lol
The recording of Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor, Op. 21, performed by Arthur Rubinstein, is an eternal masterpiece. Rubinstein represents the musical hero for countless pianists, capturing the essence of Chopin's work with impeccable technique and profound expressiveness. Every movement of this concerto is an emotional journey, a musical tale that connects the listener to the most intimate parts of the soul. His interpretation, a bright beacon in the world of music, inspires generations of artists and enthusiasts, leaving an indelible mark in our minds and hearts.
Thank you, Maestro, for making history and for always inspiring us with your art.
Rubinstein al pianoforte esegue Chopin in modo tale da lenire i miei lividi sull'anima ferite sul cuore eccelso!
😅😊 😊
È vero, l'arte di Rubinstein al pianoforte ha qualcosa di veramente terapeutico; sembra quasi che ogni nota suonata da lui possa raggiungere direttamente le parti più vulnerabili dell'anima, offrendo conforto e ristoro. La sua capacità di trasmettere emozioni così profonde attraverso la musica di Chopin non è solo un tributo al suo straordinario talento, ma anche un regalo inestimabile per tutti noi che troviamo rifugio e ispirazione nelle sue interpretazioni. Condividere questo apprezzamento con qualcuno che sente profondamente l'arte di Rubinstein è veramente speciale. Grazie per aver condiviso la tua esperienza emotiva; è un ricordo del potere unificante della musica.
Maestro Rubinstein..ageless at 88, playing with no score and an inspiration for conducting one's self with decorum, strength and grace. Bravo Maestro!
Chopin moves me and fills my senses like no other. This concerto is my absolute favourite piece of his. The emotions race and tumble downstream, then gently flow into a calm lake softly lapping at the water’s edge. Clouds float by, birds sing in the trees, love is in the air, I feel peace and contentment. He breaks my heart and then I am in love again. Love never dies in his music, he always gives us hope and a sense of purpose. Do you feel it too?
Longevity and Chopin seemed to be linked in my family. My grandmother Elizabeth Mulfinger practiced her Chopin every morning for two hours well into her upper 90’s and passed away at 102. George Mulfinger her teacher at Syracuse University and husband who Studied with Emil von Sauer, passed away at 88.
Очень хорошо сказано.Побольше бы тонко чувствующих классику людей-мир был бы ЛУЧШЕ!!!
Yes....God is in this music...it is full of love! The second movement had been going through my head for a couple of weeks now. I think it was in an old movie about Nazi Germany i saw on TCM. A violinist was playing the tune and the Gestspo asked if it was Wagner....he said yes to save his skin. It was implied Chopin was banned becsuse of the beauty and hope. Chopin made me cry today....too much beauty for a heart to hold!
TAK....CZUJE ....DOBRZE NAPISANE .....
Lovely and heartfelt commentary..thank you...
Rubinstein allows the composer to speak directly without problems of any kind to get in the way. Immaculate technique and gentleness are the hallmarks of his playing; his like comes this way very rarely. The most marvellous pianist I ever heard in my youth. RIP dear Maestro
When I was a child, I saved my babysitting money and rode the bus to attend Mr. Rubinstein's concert in Seattle. It was one of the most influential experiences of my life. I am thrilled to be able to view this video. It has brought me to tears.
So, where are you now ?
@@thomasroth1581 I am retired from being a research scientist. My love of the piano has never left me. Thanks for asking.
I met Arthur Rubinstein at the Tonhalle in Zurich as a teenager with Jeunesse Musical. Unforgettable to this very day. The Ultimate Master!
If I can to see Previn and Rubinstein together in this Chopin concert is amazing and great gift for my life. I want tosee them forever..Thanks from Chile.
I distinctly remember the first day I played the cassette of Chopin's Piano Concerto #2,and heard the Larghetto.I nearly cried, because it was just so beautiful.Frederic Chopin.Nothing more to be said.
Der Beste, der je Chopin spielen konnte, so traurig, so emotional. So wunderbar.
Arthur Rubinstein will be living for eternity! What a precious artistic testimony!
Oh yes: As long as music and the piano endure, Arthur Rubinstein will be around.
Rubinstein is way up there not only in Chopin’s music, but in any music he plays.
This is one of the most fantastic pieces of music i've ever heard. The day is not over.
Maestoso 0:01
Larghetto 14:30
Allegro vivace 23:48
Thanks you
Very kind of You!
Nothing fits this performance better than what Robert Schuman said about Frederic Chopin "Hats off, gentlemen, a genius !". Thank you for this moment of grace and beauty
I believe Schumann said that about Brahms, not Chopin. Interestingly, both Schumann and Chopin were born in 1810 ...
@@danielkristianson208 thank you for correcting this historical mistake; I think that it also applies to Chopin for composiing this concerto and to Maestro Rubinstein for playing it so well.
You are quite right. I quote from Joan Chissell's book on Schumann. (Page 198) as follows:
'His enthusiasm for Chopin dates from his first article of 1831, containing the now famous sentence: 'Off with your hats, gentlemen--a genius,' and in all his subsequent writings he acknowledges Chopin as a true representative of the 'new poetic age'. ALSO:
in Judith Chernak's book on Schumann, the Faces and the Masks (page 258) she writes: ''New Paths'' could be seen as a companion piece to Schumann's early review of Chopin's "Mozart" Variations, in which he hailed Chopin as a genius." To all lovers of Chopin's music I would recomnend your acquiring the Alan Walker's biography of Chopin entitled
'Fryderyk Chopin....A Life and Times' available both in hardback and softback. A fantastic , comprehensive read , illustrated and including extracts from his compositions.
@@danielkristianson208 no, schumman said hats off, a genius about Chopin after hearing his Mozart variations.
@@josephineprocter7042 I love those books, I have them in my collection. Thank you for citing from them
The 2nd movment is pure musical poetry. So beautiful.
The greatest interpreter, invoker of Chopin's works to have come along. No one could ever render Chopin's melodies in this way. Chopin shall forever be proud that his music is immortalised by Arthur Rubinstein's fingers 🙏
why is he the greatest interpreter to me he is just meh ho hum nothing special his timing is amateurish at best he just average
@@jiimbow Being a compatriot of Chopin does give him that edge, yet he also went back to the drawing board and did the rudimentary work of honing his skill when he felt that his playing became sloppy. As for timing, the man is 88 years old over here and still possesses a profound quality of touch, sonority and affection. There is something ethereal about his playing of Chopin that I find in no other pianist. I am not trying to persuade you to believe as I do. After all, to each their own.
@@jiimbow It's better to keep your mouth shut and let people think you're a fool than to open it and remove all doubt.
@@brandonmartin5650 Rubintein was magnificent in my book, his playing and still is magical.
Let that kid have his own opinion, he is an admirer of current musical tastes that's why. lol
Something so special about looking at Rubinstein's fingers hitting the piano keys, so much poise, experience and elegance
ルービンシュタインが８８歳にしてなお、このような力強い、完璧なピアノ演奏をされている事は、まさしく奇跡としか言い様が御座いません。そしてルービンシュタインによって放たれたピアノの音色の何と心地よく、人の心を鼓舞するものであるか、私は感謝しても感謝しきれません。もはや録音でしかルービンシュタインには会えませんが、私は音楽を通して永久に彼と繋がっていたいと思います。どうかこれからも、いつまでも私の心の中で生き続けて下さい。最後に私はこの素晴らしい動画を配信されて下さった関係者の方々に心から御礼申し上げたく御座います。本当に有り難う御座いました。
저도 그렇습니다
This music takes me back to my childhood in South Africa . Cycling to my piano lessons. Learning Chopin and he was my favourite composer then . I still feel transported back in time when I hear Chopins music. It is very emotional and sometimes it makes me sad as I remember the happy times with my siblings.
I auditioned before the great Rubinstein in Los Angeles as a child as a member of the National Fraternity of Student Musicians at about age 9. I did not know who he was then, except as a judge of my performance. I didn't realize how great he was as a pianist until much later. He gave me good marks on my performance evaluation, and I got a gold NFSM pin shaped like a piano. A good grade was all that mattered to me then, today, I watch his white hair and strong hands and fingers on the keyboard in awe. He didn't have white hair when I played the piano for him, and I don't remember if he said much to me. Today I watch him in awe for the great man that he was and awe at his masterful performance, staid and under-dramatic, his music says it all and that is what is so beautiful and moves me to tears at the end of his performance!
I can't believe he is age 88 here and to see the agility of his hands performing is just awesome!
At different times I was lucky to see Rubinstein and also Andre Previn. Some of the best musicians ever!
Chef's kiss! Rubinstein is the master of melody in my eyes. His control of voicing always allows the instrument to sing in the most glorious ways. I am so glad I found this rendition!
They did the absolute right thing by choosing Andre Previn to conduct. Previn is a genius and he really showed his musicianship by REALLY understanding Rubinstein’s interpretation with respect.
Was he's dead
I'm 24 and adore Chopin. This piece definitely has to be up there with one of my favourites. Hope to get to see it performed one day. Chopin's music will continue to captivate people of all ages for centuries to come!
There was something just so special about Arthur Rubenstein. To be able to still to play like this with such grace is amazing.
No kidding. I hope I can even get up from my chair, much less still play a musical instrument decently if I make it to 88 or beyond.... he was so vibrant.
When he plays it's like being part of a poem...his interpretation of the music is divine ~ ♥
Beautiful music to study, work or just imagine that one is in the theater listening to this music. What I like the most is how the pianist at his age still maintains an incredible handling of the piano. An example to reach old age.
Cara Alba, ricordo quando mi raccontavi di aver avuto l'immensa gioia e l'onore di assistere a questo mirabile concerto! Scalda il cuore rivedere nei miei ricordi mio nonno che ascoltava alla radio le opere e i concerti, che intensità quei sguardi, quel suo seguire gli spartiti a memoria. Inimitabile Rubinstein 🙏
Maestro Rubinstein was a genius! I like to think Chopin himself would be delighted with this performance. It's as autumnal as is only possible. There's finesse and an effortless lightness in his playing, and a Mozartean touch to it all. Superb recording
I doubt that with his heavy handed un subtle approach .. he would be horrified he would call it vulgar
I'm
@@jiimbow 8w
@@jiimbowyour reply indicates how little you understand of this music! Vulgar? Has an elephant stomped on your ears???
I absolutely love Rubinstein’s musical sensibility, there’s something that happens between him and the keys and the strings, an alchemy happens, much more than the tone he gets out of every piano he plays. I love to hear many concert pianists play Chopin, specifically, but also schubert, Brahms etc. But then I listen to Rubinstein again and I realize that he’s reached a whole different level than the other ones.
I was pleasantly surprised at the sound quality of this older recording. Thank you to the sound engineer!
The skill could have been used for a better case though ;)
@@killer_hollo3595 How do you even guess what Ar Am was messaging? Unintelligible nonsense...
Why are you equating sound quality with age? By the 1950s sound quality in recordings was at its apex. If anything it has gone down since then, imo.
This is not older. I only wish AR 1930's recordings had better sound because they are peerless in execution.
It is incredible how this man can play such a piece of music without sheets! The amount of work put in to play the piano in that way. He is fantastic. I bow to him
Traduisez en français s il vous plait
Memorizing a piece isn't impressive. But playing the way he does is
@Daniel Enriquez Thank you for your words of wisdom to the 99.96% of the population who cannot memorize music like this and are mistakenly impressed.
@@gbeachy2010idk if you’re being sarcastic but it’s just something to understand, that memorizing the piece isn’t that hard for musicians. It’s like ballet, you don’t marvel during the ballet (ballets are long!) that they know what step to do next.
I’m the most amateurish musician ever but as a kid I could easily learn music. (Memorize even seems like the wrong word partially).
@M SC you must be so proud of your abilities, well, actually you said so. Too bad you can't decipher sarcasm with certainty. There are things that come easy to some people but are difficult if not impossible to others. Have a little compassion for those less fortunate. Your original comment was snarky, just so you know.
23:41 i seriously love how he just goes immediately into playing the next movement, it catches you by surprise almost because! it’s like all the love that was created in the second movement gets erratically and pettily forgotten by the third. rubinstein has such great interpretation of chopin
This is such a beautiful piece performed here wonderfully. Rest in piece Arthur Rubinstein and Andre Previn
Arthur Rubenstein performs this Chopin Concerto with such grace and aplomb; it's entirely enjoyable to watch and listen to, even sublime. His interpretation is authoritative, even a benchmark to which all future performers may take note and aspire. I was really exhausted and the lilting melodies wafted me off to sleep briefly. All in all, a totally breathtaking performance by a 20th century icon of the piano.
Absolutely stunning! This is a LEGEND! Bravo Maestro!
Its something unbelieve how he plays
passions and without transitions his music
is peace
Always I'm ready to heard Arthur Rubinstein playing piano
My soul needs his music
Quelle chance j'ai de voir et d'entendre ce grand monsieur.
Wow, it's almost like I'm hearing this for the first time. I have no basis to say this, but I believe this is how Chopin would have played this piece. You can tell Rubenstein respected every single note
I love the performances of Arthur Rubinstein. He was a big hero of my lovely mother ( Piano Teacher). Thanks for sharing this unforgettable concert. Julianadorp / The Netherlands / Oktober 30 2022 / Hebert Perez Garcia
Listening to this in honor of Chopin’s birthday! No one can play Chopin like Arthur Rubenstein; He has the best recordings of Chopin’s music in my opinion!!!👏👏👏
thank god no one plays chopin like him one the worst chopin players I ever heard his playing makes me very uncomfortable
Just superb, the greatest piano virtuoso, no ego a consumate musician. Plus Previn & The orchestra. Music for lifs the soul...Chopin the composer who wrote understanding human frailty,mixed emotions & importantly the appreciation of love & art.
This is one of greatest masterpieces composed in the musical world, in my opinion. The piano concerto is amazing in sensitivity and touches us deeply in our soul. The romanticism of the work is sublime and superb. The interpretation is admirable, the best I heard until now. The sentiment and the technique of Rubinstein are incredible. The harmony and cadence are amazing. I hear this concert many times but this is really the greatest and the best interpretation I know so far. Bravissimo!!!
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Es lo máximo!!! El preferido de toda mi vida...
@@dilaraelagozlu8305 get paid for do dy1
Rubinstein rimane uno tra i più grandi!
Indiscutibilmente.
Veramente
This
concerto brought me back to life during my very very bad times . thank you for sharing this magic .
It very difficult to express my feelings towards this phenomenal artist Artur Rubinstein, because he was just simply the best pianist who had roamed on this earth. Listening to him give me so much pleasure and joy. I can go on listening for ever this Maestro Rubinstein. Thanks for the great sound.
you must try to enlighten yourself and listen to other pianist trust me to say he is greatest is absolutely absurd
@@jiimbow hallo Jim, you may be right in your opinion, je suis d‘accord, but to me at that momentan when I saw him performing on a tv, I felt he was genius playing his piano so amazingly good.
Sobriété , sérénité, et élégance : une sonorité lyrique reconnaissable dès les premières notes. Le phrasé est parfait, le tempo laisse chanter le piano.
C'est le roi Artur dans toute sa majesté ! Incroyable à 88 ans, et la direction d'André Previn est parfaite à la tête de l'un des meilleurs orchestres du monde.
La grande classe 🙏👏👏👏👏
❤️
Never gets old to listen to one of the supreme piano Masters.
I knew a piano tuner who tuned at Massey Hall in Toronto. He said there was not a kinder or more humble man who graced that stage.
It's been 30 years or more since I heard Arthur Rubinstein on his RCA recordings. Thanks so much to Classical Vault for this visual and audio treat. Both have held up so beautifully. I also like Andre Previn's recordings with Shelly Mann.
88 yrs old , he brain could memerise the whole concerto, impossible. 🙇♀
Jews are geniuses
12:12 to 13:13 is my favorite measure of this!!! that 1 minute 1 second speaks to my life~~~!!!
Indiscutabil, Rubinstein ramane unul din geniile pianului! Chopin romanticul creator de muzica divina, ne farmeca mereu!
Incredible. André Previn and Arthur Rubinstein and the London Symphony Orchestra on the same stage. Classic of classical. So elegant. Flawless performance where the music is the star. Delicious.
Arthur RUBINSTEIN
Le meilleur interprète
de CHOPIN !
Le Concerto N° 2
Une Merveille. ❤
This performance by Arthur Rubinstein is brilliant perfect and amazing in its beauty and depth of expression and technique. This genial interpretation of Chopin proves Rubinsten's outstanding talent as well as Chopin's Genius as a piano composer. This music is eternal.
0:01 I. Maestoso
14:32 II. Larghetto
23:48 III. Allegro Vivace
Chopin by Rubinstein sounds amazing 👏🏻 pours the balm on my soul ❤
I wish I had been alive and of age to see this legend perform.
Let's all appreciate how stunning this is!
Impressionante e sublime come riesca a 83 anni a coniugare potenza e grazia in un modo così forsennato come forsennata è la difficoltà di questo meraviglioso concerto.
Elegance, heart, soft hands, depth of tone... ..ahhhh yes, must be Arthur Rubenstein and Chopin. What beauty!
Sicuramente un grande interprete di Chopin. Meraviglioso
He made this look so easy to play ... pure genius.
Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849)
Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor
Op. 29 *(1829)*
00:00 I. Maestoso
02:36 _piano entrance_
14:31 II. Larghetto
23:48 III. Allegro vivace
Arthur Rubinstein, piano
London Symphony Orchestra
André Previn, conductor
*Fairfield Hall*
*Croyden, England 🏴 April 1975*
Thank you.
Classical music showcases the sophistication and talent of composers and performers. I often view it as the pinnacle of art.
There were two guys chose this concert this years at Chopin’s International piano contest..
Both played very good but I came back to Rubinstein’s concert. His is very deep and something catches my soul. I listen this music every night. I like this conductor, too.
Always we need to return to Rubinstein because he is Chopin!
A great display of musical elegance and technique in the playing of this great piano concerto by Maestro Rubinstein, especially at the late age when he recorded this composition. I personally think he delivers
strength, musical precision and the exact notes and markings as written and delivered by Frédéric Chopin, his compatriot. A classic, impersonal recording for the ages.
In the 80s I was working in Poland, where Chopin is a national hero. Every 5 years they have the Warsaw International Chopin Piano Competition. It lasts a week or more and Poles were glued to the TV every night. We bribed and were lucky to get tickets for the final, and this was the test piece. As not a piano expert, it was nevertheless fascinating to discern it played in different ways by the 6 finalists. Fabulous experience and this now my favourite Chopin.
Eines der schönsten Musikstücke der Klassikgeschichte , interpretiert von einem der größten ( für mich der größte) Pianisten aller Zeiten. Bei diesem seinem letzten Konzert, war Rubinstein bereits 88 Jahre alt , bevor er ein paar Monate später völlig erblindete.
Unvorstellbar diese Interpretation. Mehr geht nicht.
Лучшее исполнение! Просто магнетическое! Удивительно в таком возрасте иметь такую подвижность суставов и вообще силу, абсолютно гениальное исполнение и прочтение, музыка конечно тоже волшебная, можно слушать бесконечно.... Никакого видеоряда не надо, он сам возникает в воображении , абсолютный восторг! Какое счастье, что сохранились записи и в таком качестве, спасибо RUclips!!!
A wonderful performance by, for me, the greatest 20th century pianist, a marvelous orchestra conducted by a supreme musician (also a pianist)-what more could you ask for? Thank you Classical Vault.
Agree 100%!
@@evamarek5205 :::ME TOO!!!
richter is the goat for me
This pianist is definitely gifted in every way and I feel so grateful to who ever shared this very
Important and very impressive presentation
'this pianist' ... lol
This pianist is a legend whose name will live forever among the greatest to ever play.
დაუჯერებელია ასეთი დახვეწილი და დიდებული რუბინშტეინი.მადლობა.
The hands of the Master. His art, his musical eloquence, his strength, his tenderness, it is all channeled through his hands. He doesn't move his body to call attention to himself, nor his facial expression except to glance almost imperceptibly at the conductor. I just love it how Mr Rubinstein uses his hands to convey the message of the music that obviously sings in his own heart. Thanks to my mother, he became my favourite pianist when I was a child. He's still the best. And Mr Previn, well, he's such a great conductor, words fail me. Thanks for sharing this. Greetings from Australia.
This is most likely one of the most if not The best performance by a legend. Every note, key strike, phrase and interpretation is pure Chopin and unmatched. It's interesting cause I love Kissin's performance in the No 1 piano concerto.
Nell'ascoltare la magistrale interpretazione di Arthur Rubinstein del Concerto per pianoforte n. 2 di Chopin, si apre un portale verso un mondo dove ogni nota vibra con un'intensità che sembra sfiorare l'eterno. Quest'opera, scritta da un giovane Chopin innamorato, trasuda le profondità del desiderio e le pene della gioventù, elementi che Rubinstein cattura con sorprendente empatia.
Recentemente, ho scoperto che durante le esibizioni di questo concerto, Rubinstein si immergeva talmente nell'anima di Chopin che i suoi concerti diventavano più di una semplice performance; erano una reiterazione dell'amore perduto e delle speranze del compositore. Questa profonda connessione tra compositore e interprete offre non solo un ascolto estetico, ma anche un viaggio emotivo per chiunque sia disposto a lasciarsi trasportare dalle melodie.
Riflettendo su questa connessione, mi trovo spesso a meditare su come la musica classica e in particolare le interpretazioni di Rubinstein, possano funzionare come un dialogo tra il passato e il presente, un dialogo che può lenire l'anima e offrire consolazione e ispirazione nei momenti di necessità. La musica di Chopin, attraverso le mani di Rubinstein, mi ha insegnato che anche nelle profondità della malinconia si possono trovare momenti di bellezza straordinaria.
Invito ogni ascoltatore a non solo sentire, ma veramente ascoltare questo concerto, a lasciare che le emozioni trasportate dalle note del pianoforte si intreccino alle proprie, in un'esperienza di pura bellezza e condivisione umana. Questo, dopo tutto, è il vero potere della musica: unire le anime attraverso il tempo e lo spazio, offrendo conforto, speranza e a volte, una profonda guarigione.
Lorsque Rubinstein arrive il me dit tout ce que j’ai toujours rêvé d’entendre . Merci pour tant, tant de bonheur
Chopin probably the greatest composer for the piano .
definitely
and one of the worst for the orchestra.
Senza probabilmente, SICURAMENTE
@@paolocomacchio6148 Caro Paolo Comacchio, Hai perfettamente ragione!!
Grazie per 🙏la vostra riposta.
Agreed. Also Rachmaninoff
Muzica lui Chopin in interpretarea lui Arthur Rubinstein atinge sublimul!! Silvia Baciu
Oh how beautifully he plays it!
Wonderful, thank you. One thing with Rubinstein, you feel that this is how it has to be played! Now show, but total knowledge of the piece.
The best performance of all times of this eternal masterpiece.
At 6:26 starts something impossible to describe, ineffable, mysterious, breathtaking, touching.
The whole is a sinol of perfection and passion🎵
Sono d'accordo. Si tratta di un passaggio, di una transizione tra un prima e un dopo. I primi 6:26 minuti servono a caricare di tensione e di attesa quell'unico momento in cui tutta l'energia accumulata si scarica e si trasforma in qualcos'altro permettendoti, amaramente, di cantare.
Unbelievable, every time I listen to this virtuoso play I get lost in his interpretations. Just beautiful!
Chopin and Rubinstein just heavenly. Thank you. ❤️❤️❤️
Chopin loved Mozart zo much. And you can hear that ! So wunderful!
How great Rubinstein, this great video is from the 70s or 80s, the quality and performance is incredible, Chopin always impressive. I love this concert but to be honest No 1 is my favorite.
Sublime pour moi, seul Arthur Rubinstein sait restituer les sentiments de Frédéric Chopin Merveilleuse interprétation Merci Monsieur