June 3 — On This Day in Opera

Death of Georges Bizet, French composer renowned for his opera 'Carmen', which premiered earlier that year.

Premiere of Igor Stravinsky's opera 'Mavra' at the Paris Opéra.

Birth of Walter Kreppel, German bass who performed in major opera houses across Europe.

Birth of Klara Palánkay, Hungarian mezzo-soprano noted for her interpretations of Verdi roles.

Birth of Carlos Veerhoff, German composer known for his operatic and orchestral works.

Birth of Janez Matičič, Slovenian composer recognized for his contributions to contemporary opera.

Birth of Valerie Masterson, English soprano known for her performances in operas by Mozart and Handel.

Birth of David Hicks, American opera singer who performed with major opera companies in the United States.

Birth of Elja Angervo, Finnish soprano acclaimed for her performances in Mozart operas.

Death of Florence Price, American classical composer and the first African-American woman to have a composition performed by a major orchestra.