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Franz Xaver Gruber
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q513185 · wikidata
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Franz Xaver Gruber
1787-11-25 – 1863-06-07
Life & Legacy
Franz Xaver Gruber (25 November 1787 – 7 June 1863) was an Austrian primary school teacher, church organist and composer in the village of Arnsdorf, who is best known for composing the music to "Stille Nacht" ("Silent Night").
Occupation & Career
composer, poet, organist, teacher
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Stille Nacht Heilige Nacht
Legacy Highlights
Notable Work
Stille Nacht Heilige Nacht
Verified Legacy Record
Notable Work
Stille Nacht Heilige Nacht
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q513185 · wikidata
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q513185 — wikidata View source
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