“Mr Rubinstein has a rare prowess at the keyboard, combined with a rare clarity and confidence in his interpretation. His technique might be described as in the tradition of the pianistic giants. He not only plays the instrument, he also thinks. Rubinstein is, in short, an awesome pianist."  

- Russell Lichter in Stereo Times

 

“a musician at the height of his powers, playing with precision, delicacy and warmth”    - New Classics

 

"Three recent recordings show the range and virtuosity of this remarkable musician. David Rubinstein's fine musicianship combines formidable technique and virtuosity." - New Classics

"His Schubert 1828 A Major Sonata conveys breadth and thoughtful, persuasive intensity...proves Rubinstein a master of the Schubert idiom." - Gary Lemco in Audiophile Audition

"Prokofiev's 1917 Fourth Sonata...rings with orchestral, even diaphanous sonorities and sardonic convulsive gestures. The often affecting lyricism of the second movement Andante - with its ominous repeated chords - makes a high point in this thoughtful performance." - Gary Lemco in Audiophile Audition

"With his variegated tone and rock-solid technique, Rubinstein makes these works (Sibelius piano music)  sound remarkably well composed for the piano, something many Finnish pianists have failed to do. And with his probing interpretations, Rubinstein finds depths in these works that most other pianists of any nationality fail to notice. Recorded in crisp, full sound in RCA's Studio A, this disc belongs on every suitably inclusive Sibelius shelf." - James Leonard in All Music Guide