Happy 61st birthday avant-garde soprano, composer, pianist, organist, performance artist and painter Diamanda Galás. 

Born on this day in 1862 playwright Maurice Maeterlinck.

Born on this day in 1897 tenor Helge Rosvaenge.

Born on this day in 1926 baritone Thomas Stewart.

Born on this day in 1928 tenor Michele Molese.

Born on this day in 1943 contralto Anne Collins.