Franz Xaver Süßmayr (often written in English as Süssmayr or Suessmayr; July 22, 1766 – September 17, 1803) was an Austrian composer.
He was born in Schwanenstadt, Austria, the son of a sacristan and teacher. His mother died when he was 6, and he left home at 13. He was a student and cantor in a Benedictine monastery (1779-1787) in Kremsmünster. When his voice changed, he became a member of the orchestra as a violinist.
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Date of birth:
- Jul 22, 1766
Date of death:
- Sep 17, 1803 (age 37 years)
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- Franz Xaver Sussmayr,
- Franz Xaver Süßmayr
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