Classic Archive™ - Arthur Rubinstein plays Chopin & in conversation with Bernard Levin

Widely acknowledged as one of the world's most revered pianists, Arthur Rubinstein gives usabreathtaking performance of Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 2, accompanied by the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Zubin Mehta; this is followed by Chopin's sparkling 'Héroïque' Polonaise No. 6. The second part of this DVD is a presentation of Rubinstein in conversation with Bernard Levin, from the BBC's flagship Omnibus programme in 1968; this is a rare document that offers fascinating insights into Rubinstein's musical genius. Sourced from the BBC Archives, live recording from the Royal Festival Hall, film in b/w, London, 9 June 1968. Arthur Rubinstein plays Frédéric Chopin: Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor, Op. 21 Polonaise No. 6 in A flat major, Op. 53 'Héroïque'. Also on the DVD: Rubinstein in conversation with Bernard Levin BBC Archives: 'Omnibus', 1 December 1968. Available on Idéale Audience DVD 3079638.