Franz Xaver Gruber

Franz Xaver Gruber
Portrait by Sebastian Stief (Hallein,1846), Silent Night Museum, Hallein
Born25 November 1787
Hochburg-Ach, Upper Austria, Habsburg monarchy
Died(1863-06-07)7 June 1863 (aged 75)
Hallein, Salzburg, Austrian Empire
Occupations
  • Teacher
  • church organist
  • composer
WorksStille Nacht (Silent Night)

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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