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.

For the Wisconsin politician, see Joseph W. Brackett.
Joseph Brackett
Background information
Birth nameElisha Brackett
BornMay 6, 1797
Cumberland, Massachusetts
DiedJuly 4, 1882
New Gloucester, Maine
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