1786
Death of Giovanni Battista Lampugnani, Italian composer known for his operas and role as maestro al cembalo at Teatro alla Scala.
June 2 — On This Day in Opera
This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on June 2, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.
1834
Teresa Stolz, Bohemian spinto soprano closely associated with Verdi’s works, was born in Kostelec nad Labem.
1857
Birth of Edward Elgar, English composer known for his orchestral works and contributions to British music.
1863
Felix Weingartner, Austrian operatic conductor and composer, was born in Zara, Dalmatia.
1937
Alban Berg’s opera "Lulu" received its first performance at Zurich Opera in its incomplete two-act version.
1947
Birth of Mark Elder, British opera and symphony conductor noted for his work with the Hallé Orchestra.
1996
Pilar Lorengar, Spanish soprano known for Mozart, Verdi, Puccini, Wagner, and zarzuela repertory, died in Berlin.
2010
Giuseppe Taddei, Italian baritone especially admired in Mozart, Rossini, and Verdi roles, died in Rome.
2023
Kaija Saariaho, Finnish composer of "L’Amour de loin", "Adriana Mater", "Émilie", and "Innocence", died in Paris.