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Historical events for
Thursday, 22 August 2024

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  • Birth

    Claude Debussy

    Claude Debussy, born in 1862, was a French composer, known for works such as “La Mer” and “The Nap of a Faun”, who profoundly influenced 20th century music.

  • Birth

    Claude Debussy

    Claude Debussy (born August 22, 1862, and died March 25, 1918) was a brilliant French composer. As one of the most prominent figures in Impressionist music, his harmonic innovations and textural orchestrations forever changed the course of classical music in the 20th century.

    † 25/3/1918
  • Birth

    Henri Cartier-Bresson

    Henri Cartier-Bresson, born in 1908, was a French photographer, considered one of the pioneers of photojournalism and known for capturing the "decisive moment" in his photographs.

  • Birth

    Karlheinz Stockhausen

    Karlheinz Stockhausen, born in 1928, was an innovative German composer known for his contributions to electronic music and his influence on 20th century music.

  • Birth

    Tori Amos

    Tori Amos, born in 1963, American singer and songwriter, known for her emotional music and her unique style that combines piano and powerful lyrics.

  • Birth

    Layne Staley

    Layne Staley (born August 22, 1967, and died April 5, 2002) was a powerful American vocalist. His anguished, hypnotic voice, crossed with heavy harmonies, defined the dark, unmistakable aura of Alice in Chains in the grunge landscape.

    † 5/4/2002
  • History

    Day of the Virgin Saint Mary (Queen)

    Our Lady Queen's Day is celebrated on August 22nd. Our Lady Queen is one of the titles attributed to Saint Mary, mother of Jesus and the Church. This celebration was established by Pope Pius XII in 1955.

  • History

    Dummy album release

    Reino Unido

    British trip-hop band Portishead's debut album includes hits like "Sour Times" and "Glory Box."

  • History

    St. Timothy's Day

    Celebration of St. Timothy's Day, Christian martyr, venerated for his unshakable faith and sacrifice in the name of religion.

  • History

    St. Philip Benicio's Day

    Celebration of St. Philip Benice's Day, doctor and saint, known for his charitable work and devotion to the cause of the poor and sick.

  • Culture

    Festival do Crato

    Crato, Alentejo

    Festival do Crato 2024, de 22 a 26 de agosto. Destaques: Rui Veloso, Wet Bed Gang, Diogo Piçarra, Ana Moura, Two Door Cinema Club, Editors.