Solidaridad Tango Brings a Bold, All-Women Ensemble to Vernon

NOCCA is thrilled to welcome Solidaridad Tango, North America’s original all-woman tango ensemble, to the Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:00 pm.

Recently nominated for two Canadian Folk Music Awards (2025), Solidaridad Tango has quickly become one of the most exciting and innovative voices in contemporary tango. Founded in 2021 by Aparna Halpé, the ensemble was created to champion fair work, visibility, and professional opportunities for women in tango, a mission that has resonated across global stages.

Specializing in historical tango performance with a focus on Golden Age styles, Solidaridad Tango showcases new music by women tango composers from around the world. Their performances have captivated audiences in Toronto, Oregon, New York, and Buenos Aires, including sold-out shows at iconic tango venues such as Café Vinilo and Hasta Trilce.

Their debut album, DISTANCIA (2023), has received international acclaim:
• “Packed with passion, oozing with originality, and played with perfection… an exciting listen from musicians unafraid of boundaries.” — Songlines UK
• “Solidaridad’s Toronto Tangos are Perfect!” — Tiina Kiik, The Wholenote Magazine
• “An album placed without hesitation in the shortlist of the best albums of the decade.” — Frankie Pfeiffer, Editor-in-chief, PARIS-MOVE
• “The ensemble’s performances are unfailingly joyful and thoroughly accessible.” — Kim Hughes, Musicworks Magazine

With concerts spanning clubs, concert halls, schools, and international festivals, Solidaridad Tango’s performances are more than concerts. They are vibrant declarations of unity, strength, and the unyielding power of women’s artistic expression.

Join NOCCA for an unforgettable evening of electrifying rhythm and artistry, brought to life by a groundbreaking ensemble that is reshaping the future of tango.

Tickets are available through the Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre box office and at ticketseller.ca.