1619
Baptism (birth) of Italian composer and singer Barbara Strozzi in Venice, renowned for her songs and early Baroque vocal music.
August 6 — On This Day in Opera
This page lists notable events in opera history that happened on August 6, including world premieres, composer births, deaths, and important milestones.
1983
Death of German countertenor Klaus Nomi in New York City; noted for his operatic countertenor voice fused with avant‑garde performance art.