alf525

Learned chess at 14 (over 50 years ago). I appreciate classical music, classical art and classical chess (when it is played with one's own intellect and intuition, before the game started being overly analyzed and creativity was reduced/diminished). Aronian is a favorite player of mine who plays like an artist. Outside of chess, I like violinist Sergey Khachatryan. Listening to his recordings can only bring one joy! Just like when you see a brilliant chess game. It's all about beauty!