Karel Růžička
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Pianists · 1940–2016

Karel Růžička

Czech music educator, composer, jazz musician and pianist (1940–2016)

Born
2 June 1940
Prague
Died
26 September 2016
Prague
Country
Czech Republic
Discography
1 album

Biography

Karel Růžička was a jazz musician who played piano. Karel Růžička was born on 2 June 1940 in Prague and died on 26 September 2016 in Prague. The music is usually filed under jazz.

Karel Růžička (2 June 1940 – 26 September 2016) was a Czech jazz pianist, composer and music teacher. During his career, he has collaborated with numerous notable jazz musicians, such as Karel Krautgartner, Luděk Hulan, Rudolf Dašek, George Mraz, Jiří Stivín, Laco Deczi and many others. He also worked as a teacher at the Jaroslav Ježek Conservatory and the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague. In 1993, he won the Czech Grammy award.

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Discography

Studio and live albums

Nikdy nejsi sám 1995

Also plays on

Albums where Karel Růžička is credited as a sideman

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Karel Růžička play?

Karel Růžička is known for playing piano.

When and where was Karel Růžička born?

Karel Růžička was born 2 June 1940 in Prague.

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