Critique Arthur Rubinstein titled Beethoven, Ravel, Chopin

                  Response and Critique Name Institutional Affiliation   Response and Critique Duchen (2013) offers an appealing review of the album by Arthur Rubinstein titled “Beethoven • Ravel • Chopin.” The album was recorded in the BBC Broadcasting House in 1963 and according to the review, it reveals Rubinstein’s multifaceted artistry. Duchen (2013) alludes that the album is heart-warming. These sentiments confirm information in the public domain that Rubinstein is one of the greatest pianists of the twentieth century. Duchen (2013) adds that the early Beethoven Sonata is high-spirited and irresistible, with its opening Allegro and the same applies to its Scherzo. The album ends with a light-footed finale, making it a masterpiece. Duchen (2013) alludes that in the Adagio, the artist incorporates poetry, which adds musical beauty to the fragmentary cross-handed phrases. These sentiments offer a sense of delight in the performance, which is largely driven by rhythm. The review describes Rubinstein’s Chopin Nocturne as pure and cool, and the G minor Ballade connects effectively with the drama. Nevertheless, Duchen (2013) highlights that there is an instance of sound distortion in the coda. Also, the Andante spianato and Grande polonaise are presented with a flair, which ends in an unscheduled treble whoosh at the final bars. The recording offers a poor quality of sound that makes the recital sound to appear older than it is. Despite these shortcomings, Duchen (2013) alludes that the concert is something to treasure because of Rubinstein’s high-spirit evident in the performance. The sentiments expressed by Duchen (2013) in the review are in line with observations while listening to the perfo...