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Yuri Ahronovitch

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A Rare Live Collection by the Master AronovichA Haunting and Powerful Depiction of Hell: Liszts Dante SymphonyFantasy and Sensual Beauty Explode: Scriabins Poem of EcstasyThe fifth installment in Profils vigorous series of live recordings by the master Aaronovich (19322002) features a program centered on Liszt and Wagner, performed with the Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra (now the hr Symphony Orchestra).Liszts Dante Symphony, composed while he was obsessed with Dantes Divine Comedy. This is likely because the music depicts Hell. From the openings weighty trombone roarwhich could easily be mistaken for the theme of a monster moviethere is a relentless sense of tension and intensity that leaves no room to breathe. In the middle section, the skillful woodwind solos are also truly impressive.Furthermore, in contrast, in the second movement, Purgatory, Aronovich demonstrates his steady master