Ariana
Composes, "Ariana", Monteverdis 1st opera
Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03
Claudio Monteverdi Biography and Timeline
Follow Claudio Monteverdi through 5 dated historical records for Italy.
Claudio Monteverdi, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1607–1642Years on this page
1607
Orfeo Mantua Premiere
Claudio Monteverdi's L'Orfeo premiered at the court of Mantua, transforming the myth of Orpheus into a landmark of early opera.
1641
Il Ritorno Dulisse In Patria
Composes, "Il Ritorno Dulisse In Patria"
1642
LIncoronazione Di Poppea
Composes, "LIncoronazione Di Poppea"
Coronation of Poppea Venice
Claudio Monteverdi's L'incoronazione di Poppea was first presented in Venice, exploring imperial ambition, desire and political power.
Records, sources and methodology
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