About Karel Růžička
Lived 1940 – 2016 (aged 76). Karel Růžička was a Czech pianist, composer, pedagogue, university teacher, film score composer and jazz musician.
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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Who was Karel Růžička?
Czech music educator, composer, jazz musician and pianist (1940–2016)
When was Karel Růžička born?
Karel Růžička was born on 2 June 1940 in Prague.
When did Karel Růžička die?
Karel Růžička died on 26 September 2016 in Prague.
What was Karel Růžička's occupation?
Karel Růžička was a pianist, composer, pedagogue, university teacher, film score composer and jazz musician.
What nationality was Karel Růžička?
Karel Růžička was Czech.
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· DBpedia: Karel Růžička (pianist)
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