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Joseph Brackett

American songwriter

Died when: 85 years 59 days (1021 months)
Star Sign: Taurus

 

Joseph Brackett

Joseph Brackett Jr. (May 6, 1797 – July 4, 1882) was an American songwriter, author, and elder of The United Society of Believers in Christ's Second Appearing, better known as the Shakers.

The most famous song attributed to Brackett, "Simple Gifts", is still widely performed and adapted.


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