Born on this day in 1915 singer Edith Piaf.

Born on this day in 1751 composer Giuseppe Giordani sadly not the composer of the classical singer’s first aria (his brother was).

Born on this day in 1882 composer Walter Braunfels.

Born on this day in 1888 conductor Fritz Reiner.

Born on this day in 1900 soprano and Glyndebourne founder Audrey Mildmay.

Born on this day in 1902 soprano Dusolina Giannini.

Happy 73rd birthday conductor William Christie.

Happy 68th birthday baritone Russell Smythe.

Happy 60th birthday baritone Olaf Bär.