In 1869 Richard Wagner’s opera, “Das Rheingold” was premiered in Munich at the Hoftheater, Franz Wüllner conducting. The opera was performed at the Bavarian emperor Ludwig II’s request, but against the Wagner’s wishes. In 1875 Mikolajus Ciurlionis was born in Varena, Lithuania (then the Kaunas province of the Russian Empire. Julian date: Sept. 10). Leonardo Balada Happy 82nd birthday Leonardo Balada! Born on this day in Barcelona, Spain. In 1937, during the Spanish Civil War, Mexican compose [...]
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