Born on this day in 1907 costume designer Edith Head. Born on this day in 1894 tenor Fritz WolffBorn on this day in 1896 composer Howard HansonBorn on this day in 1901 tenor Giovanni VoyerBorn on this day in 1920 contralto Claramae TurnerHappy 72nd birthday conductor Kenneth MontgomeryHappy 70th birthday baritone Alan TitusHappy 66th birthday soprano Ann MonoyiosBorn on this day in 1951 tenor Warren Ellsworth
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Born on this day in 1907 costume designer Edith Head.
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James Jorden (who wrote under the names "La Cieca" and "Our Own JJ") was the founder and editor of parterre box. During his 20 year career as an opera critic he wrote for the New York Times, Opera, Gay City News, Opera Now, Musical America and the New York Post. He also raised his voice in punditry on National Public Radio. From time to time he directed opera, including three unsuccessful productions of Don Giovanni. He also contributed a regular column on opera for the New York Observer. James died in October 2023.
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