September 15 — On This Day in Opera

This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on September 15, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.

1851
Birth of Serbian composer Josif Marinković, noted for his operetta‐like and choral works in the Serbian musical tradition.
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1856
First performance of Francisco Barbieri’s zarzuela *Los diamantes de la corona* in Madrid.
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1858
Birth of Hungarian composer and violinist Jenő Hubay, author of operas such as *Alienor* (1891) and *Moharózsa* (1903).
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1876
Birth of conductor Bruno Walter (born Bruno Schlesinger), later celebrated for his work in German and American opera houses.
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1878
Birth of Polish baritone Waclaw Brzezinski, active in European opera in the early 20th century.
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1917
Birth of Austrian soprano Hilde Güden in Vienna, famous for her interpretations of Mozart and Strauss roles.
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