Gruber, Franz Xaver 1787 - 1863
Author: Saitoh, Noriko
Last updated：August 1, 2008
Author: Saitoh, Noriko
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An Austrian composer famous for "Silent Night." He also worked as an organist. While serving as the cantor of St. Nicholas Church in Oberndorf, he composed "Silent Night" with lyrics by Assistant Priest J. Mohr. This occurred on Christmas Eve, 1818. It is said that the organ was broken that night, and the song was performed with guitar accompaniment instead.
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Saitoh, Noriko
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