Chavela y Sus Mujeres Honors Iconic Mexican Singer Chavela Vargas

Top Latina artists come together to celebrate Vargas' raw, powerful voice and lasting cultural impact.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 3:22am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a luxurious, high-contrast texture related to Mexican music and culture, such as a richly embroidered shawl or a vintage microphone, using dramatic studio lighting to create a glamorous, high-fashion aesthetic.A glamorous, high-contrast close-up of a vintage Mexican music texture pays tribute to the iconic vocal stylings of Chavela Vargas.San Fernando Today

Chavela y Sus Mujeres - un Homenaje a Chavela Vargas, a tribute concert to the legendary Mexican singer Chavela Vargas, is coming to The Soraya in Northridge, California on April 18 and 19. The show will feature performances by acclaimed Latina artists like Ofelia Medina, Eugenia León, Ely Guerra, La Marisoul, Los Macorinos, and Mariachi Gama 1000, all honoring Vargas' iconic 'rough voice of tenderness' that spanned most of the 20th century.

Why it matters

Chavela Vargas is considered a musical icon in Mexico and Latin America, known for her powerful, raspy vocals and her impact on Mexican music and culture. This tribute concert celebrates her lasting legacy and influence, bringing together some of today's most prominent Latina artists to pay homage to her unmistakable sound.

The details

Chavela y Sus Mujeres - un Homenaje a Chavela Vargas will take place on April 18 at 8pm and April 19 at 3pm at The Soraya in Northridge, California. The show will feature performances by acclaimed Latina artists Ofelia Medina, Eugenia León, Ely Guerra, La Marisoul, Los Macorinos, and Mariachi Gama 1000, all honoring the iconic Chavela Vargas and her raw, emotional vocal style.

  • Chavela y Sus Mujeres will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 8PM.
  • The show will also run on Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 3PM.

The players

Chavela Vargas

A legendary Mexican singer known for her powerful, raspy vocals and her impact on Mexican music and culture throughout the 20th century.

Ofelia Medina

An acclaimed Latina artist performing in the Chavela y Sus Mujeres tribute concert.

Eugenia León

An acclaimed Latina artist performing in the Chavela y Sus Mujeres tribute concert.

Ely Guerra

An acclaimed Latina artist performing in the Chavela y Sus Mujeres tribute concert.

La Marisoul

An acclaimed Latina artist performing in the Chavela y Sus Mujeres tribute concert.

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What they’re saying

“At The Soraya, we hold a high standard of excellence for every performance from a vast array of artistic disciplines, and we hold steadfast to our commitment to the value and impact of the performing arts in community-building, for the Valley's 1.8 million residents and beyond.”

— Thor Steingraber, Executive and Artistic Director, The Soraya

What’s next

Tickets for Chavela y Sus Mujeres - un Homenaje a Chavela Vargas are on sale now through The Soraya's website, with prices ranging from $59 to $117.

The takeaway

This tribute concert celebrates the lasting legacy of the iconic Mexican singer Chavela Vargas, whose powerful, emotive vocals and cultural impact continue to influence Latin music today. By bringing together some of the top Latina artists, the show honors Vargas' enduring musical legacy.