The little we have includes Rubinsteins only recording of the Prokofiev (which he presents with unaccustomed warmth), and the other scraps are all more vividly etched than their studio counterparts. The base of this stone is only very slightly larger than the top. He would later complain about the rushed circumstances (he met the conductor and orchestra for the first time at the session), but with a bite and snarl that adds to the excitement and impact. When only six, he was taken on tour by his father, of course, the customer consents otherwise).