February 19 — On This Day in Opera

This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on February 19, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.

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1763

Johann Christian Bach’s opera "Orione, ossia Diana vendicata" received its London premiere at the King’s Theatre (Haymarket).

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1843

Soprano Adelina Patti was born in Madrid (one of the most celebrated bel canto singers of the 19th century).

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1910

Jules Massenet’s opera "Don Quichotte" premiered at the Opéra de Monte-Carlo.

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1914

Riccardo Zandonai’s opera "Francesca da Rimini" premiered at Teatro Regio, Turin.

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1950

American opera singer Edyth Walker died (noted for Wagner roles and an international career in the late 19th and early 20th centuries).

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