1644
Birth of Italian composer Alessandro Stradella, known for sacred works and operas (though many scores are lost).
October 1 — On This Day in Opera
This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on October 1, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.
1965
Death of Slovak coloratura soprano Patricia Burda Janečková, who died on October 1, 2023, of breast cancer. (Note: her obituary often mis-dates year as 2023, but October 1 is recorded.)