Franz Xaver Gruber
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").
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Portrait by Sebastian Stief (Hallein,1846), Silent Night Museum, Hallein | |
| Born | 25 November 1787 |
| Died | 7 June 1863 (aged 75) |
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| Works | Stille Nacht (Silent Night) |
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