It’s time to pop the confetti and let out the good vibes because National Best Friends Day is here to celebrate those incredible humans who make every moment special. This super special day, celebrated every year on June 8, is

Born to Sicilian parents in Clichy-sous-Bois on June 7, 1963, Roberto Alagna began his career as a cabaret singer in Paris, accompanying himself on the guitar. Once he discovered his true calling in opera, he quickly rose to fame as

The Argentine pianist Martha Argerich, born on June 5, 1941, in Buenos Aires, has always combined fiery virtuosity with an acutely poetic lyricism. She made her debut performance at the age of eight and gained her first international recognition at

On 5 June, we celebrate the birthday of Federico García Lorca (1898-1936), the fiery Spanish poet, playwright, and theatre director whose vibrant works pulse with passion, folklore, and the soul of Andalusia. Lorca’s writing blended surrealism, symbolism, and social commentary,

Cecilia Bartoli, born 4 June 1966 in Rome, Italy, is one of the most celebrated mezzo-sopranos of our time. Renowned for her electrifying performances and unparalleled vocal agility, her voice combines rich warmth, technical precision, and an extraordinary expressive range.

Benny Goodman, born on 30 May 1909 in Chicago, is often hailed as the “King of Swing.” A clarinettist and bandleader whose innovative music and charismatic performances helped to define the Swing Era of the 1930s and 1940s. His virtuosic

The Austrian multi-percussionist Martin Grubinger is widely considered one of the world’s foremost percussion artists. Celebrated for his breathtaking versatility and electrifying performances, Grubinger has redefined the role of percussion in classical music. His performances captivate audiences with a rare

The distinguished Singaporean-American pianist Kate Liu has earned widespread recognition by earning a bronze medal at the 17th International Chopin Piano Competition in 2015. Displaying prodigious talent from an early age, Liu began piano studies at four and was admitted