David W. Rubin *44

David W. Rubin, devotee of pianists and pianos, died May 6, 2003, in Manhattan at age 83. The cause was lung cancer.

A New Jersey native, David attended Rutgers and came to Princeton as a graduate student in music. Aspiring to a concert career, he worked instead as an agent for others, including the Juilliard String Quartet. In 1964 he joined Steinway & Sons, guiding world-renowned pianists in the selection of pianos. David retired as senior vice president of the company in 1986.

Survivors include David's companion, Susan Zeckendorf, a daughter, and two grandchildren.