Aleksandr Dolzhenkov's album "Esoteric Beauty Of Animals" is a masterpiece of contemporary instrumental music. The album is a seamless blend of classical, jazz, and world music, featuring Dolzhenkov's virtuosic piano playing, as well as an array of exotic instruments such as the Indian sitar, the Japanese koto, and the Middle Eastern oud.
The album is a concept work, inspired by the natural beauty and mystique of animals. Each track is dedicated to a different animal, and Dolzhenkov's compositions vividly evoke the essence of each creature, from the soaring majesty of the eagle to the playful grace of the dolphin.
The music is both complex and accessible, with intricate melodies and harmonies that reward close listening, but also a sense of warmth and immediacy that draws the listener in. The production is immaculate, with a rich, full-bodied sound that allows every instrument to shine.