Grigorian Gubenko Duo Played in San Diego
The piano duo performed a program titled From Yerevan to Paris at St. Sarkis Armenian Apostolic Church.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Classical
The Grigorian Gubenko Piano Duo, featuring Anna Grigorian and Natasha Gubenko, presented a concert for local guests at St. Sarkis Armenian Apostolic Church. The performance highlighted musical traditions from Armenia and France.
Why it matters
The concert bridged cultural boundaries by showcasing a curated selection of works from Armenian and French composers. This performance provided San Diego residents an opportunity to engage with classical compositions from diverse historical traditions.
The concert drew over 100 guests to the San Diego venue. The program featured an original composition by Anna Grigorian titled Ascension 133.
The players
Grigorian Gubenko Piano Duo
This musical ensemble specializes in piano duet performances and curated classical programming.
Anna Grigorian
She is a pianist and composer who debuted her original work titled Ascension 133 during the event.
Natasha Gubenko
She serves as one of the two pianists in the Grigorian Gubenko Piano Duo.
Matthias Von Herrath
He is a violinist who participated in the performance as a featured guest artist.
The details
Anna Grigorian and Natasha Gubenko performed as a piano duet following the Divine Liturgy. The set list included pieces by renowned composers such as Debussy, Khachaturian, Fauré, Ravel, Babajanian, and Arutiunian, with guest violinist Matthias Von Herrath also appearing.
Timeline
September 27, 2026: The Grigorian Gubenko Piano Duo performed their concert.
The Big Picture
This performance follows a pattern set by the St. Sarkis Armenian Apostolic Church community calendar. The event illustrates the integration of cultural programming into the local church's existing schedule.
Local attendees experienced this classical performance immediately following the church's scheduled Divine Liturgy. Future events by this duo depend on their tour schedule and regional venue availability.
The takeaway
Classical music programs that bridge distinct national traditions offer audiences a broader perspective on historical composition. Integrating such performances into existing community spaces can enhance local cultural accessibility.
Further reading
Explore more local performances and arts events in our San Diego Classical section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Ashbarez.
