polish pianist, Artur Rubinstein, Rubinstein

Artur Rubinstein (1887-1982) - one of the greatest pianists of the 20th century, unrivalled for his interpretation of Chopin's music. He played classical, romantic as well as modern music. He studied with the greatest musicians of the time in Berlin, where he made his debut in 1900. His life was a series of concerts, in the USA, Austria, Italy, England, Russia, and Spain. He was received with great enthusiasm wherever he played. He became an American citizen in 1946.