Castlevania: The Soma Cruz Duology

I think everyone and their mothers know that Castlevania Symphony of the Night is a masterpiece, hard to find someone who will argue against that.
But what about the other Igavanias in the series? Are they good enough to keep up with the quality of SoTN?
I can't speak for every game yet, but at least I can do it with Aria of Sorrow and Dawn of Sorrow.

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Music used:

Aria of Sorrow:
Mina's theme
Corridor
Clock Tower
The Arena
Floating Garden
Top Floot
Epilogue

Dawn of Sorrow:
Pitch Black Intrusion
Dracula's Tears
Into the Dark Night
Scarlet Battle Soul
Beginning

Others:
Crystal Teardrops - Symphony of the Night
Dracula's Castle - Symphony of the Night
Simon Belmont theme - Super Castlevania 4