"Acclaimed for her 'smoldering stage presence' (New York Times) and her 'richly-hued voice' (BBC Music Magazine), Miami-based American-Armenian-Argentinean singer Solange Merdinian has garnered an international reputation for her versatility and interpretation as a recitalist, chamber musician, and opera singer in repertoire ranging from baroque to contemporary, folk, tango, cabaret, and world music.
In 2024, Solange sang the lead role of Maria de Buenos Aires with Florentine Opera, receiving glowing reviews. Highlights include being a guest soloist with the Firdaus Orchestra at World Expo Dubai (2022), celebrating International Women's Day and performing the first livestream concert with the orchestra, as well as a holiday celebration in December 2023. Other performances include Carnegie Hall, Weill Recital Hall solo recitals in 2021 and 2022; winner of the Pro Musicis Competition 2019; critically acclaimed 'tour de force' in the principal role of Maria de Buenos Aires, Opera Tango by Piazzolla; singing at Madison Square Garden in NYC, representing Argentina with the National Anthem; and making her French pop debut in the Hollywood movie The Hundred-foot Journey with 'My Mind Is a Stranger Without You', and as a special guest performer at the UN General Assembly for India’s 70th Independence Day alongside renowned multi-award-winning composer and singer AR Rahman.
Since relocating to Miami, Solange Merdinian has performed extensively, including an inaugural recital at the new venue 'Sanctuary of the Arts' in Coral Gables. She has also performed numerous times in Miami Beach and Coral Gables, showcasing her versatile repertoire. Additionally, she curated and participated in a concert with guest artist Kevork Mourad commemorating the 125th Anniversary of the Armenian Diocese of America.
In 2015, she completed a four-year world tour with the Philip Glass Ensemble, performing in the award-winning production of the landmark opera 'Einstein on the Beach', directed by Robert Wilson, composed by Philip Glass, and choreographed by Lucinda Childs. She has also appeared in 'Dawn Upshaw and Friends' (Classical Singer Convention) and 'Dawn Upshaw and Osvaldo Golijov’s Composing Song' (Zankel Hall at Carnegie).
Solange Merdinian holds a Master's in Voice and Vocal Performance from Bard College-Conservatory and earned her Bachelor of Music degree from The Juilliard School. She is a passionate advocate for social, educational, and cultural programs through music, co-founding and co-directing the nonprofit organization New Docta and the New Docta Festival. She serves as Manager at Steinway and Sons Miami Piano Gallery and is a member of the Advisory Board of Bard College Conservatory and the Sonus Music Festival."
