Born on this day in 1897 actress Hermione Gingold. 

On this day in 1842 Glinka’s Ruslan and Ludmilla premiered in St Petersburg.

Born on this day in 1882 composer Joaquín Turina.

Born on this day in 1895 mezzo-soprano Conchita Supervia.

On this day in 1905 Richard Strauss’ Salome premiered in Dresden.

Born on this day in 1915 soprano Elisabeth Schwarzkopf.

Happy 84th birthday tenor Gilbert Py.

Happy 64th birthday countertenor Christopher Robson.