On this day in 1933 Richard Strauss’ Arabella premiered in Dresden. 

Born on this day in 1891 baritone Benvenuto Franci.

Born on this day in 1908 tenor Peter Anders.

Born on this day in 1916 tenor Jean Giraudeau.

Born on this day in 1926 composer Hans Werner Henze.

Happy 67th birthday mezzo-soprano Cynthia Buchan.

Happy 58th birthday conductor Paul Daniel.