July 4 — On This Day in Opera

This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on July 4, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.

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Premieres & milestones

1937 Premiere

Kurt Weill and Paul Green's outdoor symphonic drama "The Lost Colony" received its premiere in Manteo, North Carolina.

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1984

Astor Piazzolla, composer of the tango operita "María de Buenos Aires", appeared with his Quinteto at the Montreal International Jazz Festival.

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Births & deaths

1863 Born

Birth of Austrian‑born American soprano Emma Juch, a leading figure in the American National Opera Company and an advocate for opera in English.

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1948 Born

Birth of American operatic soprano Clamma Dale, who rose to prominence with her performances at the Metropolitan Opera.

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1992 Died

Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla, composer of the tango operita "María de Buenos Aires", died in Buenos Aires.

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