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Today in Opera History — May 22
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Birth of Giulia Grisi, Italian soprano renowned for her performances in operas by Bellini and Donizetti.
1813
Richard Wagner, composer of "Der Ring des Nibelungen", "Tristan und Isolde", "Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg", and "Parsifal", was born.
1872
The foundation stone of the Bayreuth Festspielhaus was laid; Wagner conducted Beethoven's Ninth Symphony at the Margravial Opera House for the occasion.
1879
Birth of Jean Cras, French composer and naval officer known for his opera 'Polyphème'.
1925
James King, American heldentenor associated especially with Wagner and Strauss roles, was born.
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