births
May 17, 1918
Birgit Nilsson, Swedish operatic soprano (died 2005)
Birgit Nilsson
Märta Birgit Nilsson was a Swedish dramatic soprano. Although she sang a wide repertoire of operatic and vocal works, Nilsson was best known for her performances in the operas of Richard Wagner and Richard Strauss. Her voice was noted for its overwhelming force, bountiful reserves of power, and the gleaming brilliance and clarity in the upper register.
May 17
May 17 is the 137th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 228 days remain until the end of the year.