1917
Premiere
First performance of Hans Pfitzner’s opera 'Palestrina' in Munich, conducted by Bruno Walter, with Maria Ivogün and Paul Bender in the cast.
June 12 — On This Day in Opera
This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on June 12, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.
Premieres & milestones
Births & deaths
1917
Died
Death of Maria-Teresa Carreño, Venezuelan composer, pianist, conductor and singer, in New York City at age 63.
1924
Born
Birth of Swedish soprano Stina-Britta Melander in Stockholm, notable for her operatic career and recordings.
1932
Born
Birth of South African soprano Mimi Coertse in Durban, later a prominent performer at international opera houses.
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