Asmik Grigorian and Lukas Geniušas

Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton, USA

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Important Info

Type: Classical Concert

City: Princeton, USA

Starts at: 19:30

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Cast

Performers

Soprano: Asmik Grigorian

Piano: Lukas Geniušas

Creators

Composer: Pyotr Tchaikovsky

Composer: Sergei Rachmaninoff

Programme

Pyotr Tchaikovsky: Sred' shumnogo bala (Amid the din of the ball), Op.38 no. 3

Pyotr Tchaikovsky: Snova, kak prezhde, odin (Again, as before, alone), Op.73 no. 6

Pyotr Tchaikovsky: Net, tol'ko tot, kto znal (None but the lonely heart), Op.6 no.6

Pyotr Tchaikovsky: A tear trembles in your eye, Op.6 no. 4

Pyotr Tchaikovsky: Romance in F minor for piano, Op.5

Pyotr Tchaikovsky: Scherzo humoristique, Op. 19 no. 2 for piano solo

Pyotr Tchaikovsky: Blagoslovlyayu vas, lesa (I bless you, forests), Op.47 no. 5

Pyotr Tchaikovsky: Don`t tell me to talk, Op. 57 no. 3

Sergei Rachmaninoff: In the silence of the secret night, Op. 4 no. 3

Sergei Rachmaninoff: Ne poy krasavitsa pri mne (Sing not to me, beautiful maiden), Op.4 no.4

Sergei Rachmaninoff: Child! You are like a flower, Op. 8 no. 2

Sergei Rachmaninoff: The Dream, Op. 38, no. 5

Sergei Rachmaninoff: Vesenniye vodi (Spring waters), Op. 14 no. 11

Sergei Rachmaninoff: Oh, do not grieve, Op.14 no.8

Sergei Rachmaninoff: I wait for thee, Op. 14, no. 1

Sergei Rachmaninoff: Prelude in G sharp minor, Op.32 no.12

Sergei Rachmaninoff: Prelude in D flat major, Op.32 no.13

Sergei Rachmaninoff: Twilight, Op.21 no.3

Sergei Rachmaninoff: How fair this spot, Op. 21, no. 7

Sergei Rachmaninoff: We will rest, Op.26 no. 3

Sergei Rachmaninoff: Dissonance, Op. 34 no. 13

Overview

Making their Princeton University Concerts debuts, internationally acclaimed opera superstar Asmik Grigorian and pianist Lukas Geniušas—two of the most thrilling young artists on the global stage—invite audiences into the intimate, emotional world of Russian song.

Crowned “Opera Singer of the Year” in 2025 at the International Opera Awards and hailed by The Guardian for her “velvet-wrapped steel” voice, the Lithuanian soprano has captivated audiences at leading opera houses from Salzburg to Berlin to the Metropolitan Opera with unforgettable portrayals of Madama Butterfly, Jenůfa, and Salome. Now, she turns her dramatic brilliance to what she calls “small pieces of opera in a few minutes”: the exquisite songs of Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff. Grigorian is joined by her frequent collaborator and compatriot, Lukas Geniušas—Silver Medalist at both the 2015 Tchaikovsky Competition and 2010 International Chopin Competition—who also performs solo piano works interwoven with the song cycles. Together, they bring to life a world of longing, distance, and bittersweet dreams, transforming intimate emotion into unforgettable musical drama.

Venue Info

Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall - Princeton
68 Nassau Street

Located on the historic campus of Princeton University, Alexander Hall is one of Princeton's most recognizable architectural landmarks and an important cultural venue in the university town. Its principal performance space, Richardson Auditorium, is particularly renowned for its intimate atmosphere and excellent acoustics, making it a distinguished setting for classical music and other performances.

Completed in 1894, Alexander Hall was designed by architect William Appleton Potter in the Collegiate Gothic style. Its distinctive red-brick façade, elaborate stone detailing, and soaring tower reflect the architectural character that has come to define Princeton's historic campus.

Named after Charles McCormick Alexander, a benefactor of Princeton University, the building has long served as a centre for musical and academic life. Richardson Auditorium, named in honour of university benefactor Cyrus H. K. Curtis Richardson, occupies the main interior and has hosted generations of distinguished musicians and speakers.

The auditorium is particularly associated with Princeton University Concerts, whose programme brings internationally acclaimed soloists, chamber ensembles, and orchestras to Princeton. Its relatively intimate scale creates a direct connection between performers and listeners, while its acoustics are well suited to chamber music, piano recitals, vocal performances, and orchestral concerts.

Alexander Hall's historic setting adds another dimension to the concert experience. Surrounded by Princeton's tree-lined campus and Gothic architecture, the building provides an elegant backdrop for performances, while its proximity to the university's other cultural institutions makes it an important part of Princeton's artistic life.

Today, Richardson Auditorium remains one of the principal venues for music at Princeton, continuing a tradition that connects the university's historic architectural heritage with an ambitious programme of contemporary cultural events.