ARRANGER & ORCHESTRATOR
Known for his creative prowess, genre versatility rooted in classical training, and acclaimed orchestrator skills, Juraj stands as a notable collaborator with the industry's finest artists. Witness the fusion of creativity, precision, and effectiveness in every score he crafts.
ORCHESTRAL ARRANGER
With a solid foundation in classical training, Juraj brings arrangements to life—whether commanding full orchestras, capturing solo piano nuances, or infusing emotion into vocal compositions.
In collaboration with conductor and arranger Michaela Rózsa Rúžičková, Juraj's versatility shines. Their synergy transcends genres, drawing inspiration from various musical styles. This partnership results in arrangements that seamlessly blend classical elegance with contemporary influences, creating a harmonious fusion that captivates the senses.
The SYMPHONY OF THE EARTH project
Juraj and Michaela's standout collaboration unfolded in the celebrated Viva Musica! IMF project titled "Symfónia o Zemi," commemorating the birthday of renowned Slovak documentarist Pavol Barabáš. This endeavor posed numerous creative and technical challenges, commencing with the scarcity of written music material (requiring the creation of all arrangements by ear). The duo crafted innovative arrangements with a vast ensemble, including a romantic symphonic orchestra, full choir, soloists, ethnic wind instruments and Tibetan throat singing, and a group of ethnic percussion instruments. The result was an extraordinary audio-visual experience, lauded as one of the most unforgettable events in the history of the prestigious Viva Musica! international music festival.
MULTI-GENRE COLLABORATIONS: ARRANGING HITS
Juraj Růžička has forged notable collaborations with A-list names in the Czech and Slovak pop, rock, and jazz music scenes. His creative prowess shines in arranging songs for esteemed artists such as Jana Kirschner, Veronika Rabada, Katarzia, Sima Magušinová, Emma Smetana, Zea, and Miro Žbirka, among others. These arrangements have been showcased at high-profile events, often broadcasted live on national TV. Highlights include prestigious occasions like the annual Slovak film awards Slnko v Sieti, and event commemorating the 100 years of Slovak SOZA. Juraj's collaborative efforts, frequently conducted in partnership with esteemed Slovak director Richard Raiman, have left an indelible mark on the music landscape, showcasing his versatility and expertise in re-imagining songs from diverse genres in beautiful, cinematic, orchestral ways
COMMERCIAL PROJECTS
Beyond his classical and cinematic compositions, Juraj extends his creative finesse to the commercial sphere, where he collaborates with industry-leading figures. Frequently partnering with premium music production company, SCore, alongside esteemed sound engineer Michal Pekárek and music director Petra Malíšková, Juraj contributes his arranging expertise to live orchestral recording sessions, elevating commercial projects to new artistic heights.
THE LONDONER
Juraj Růžička's arranging expertise shines in the London Macao Resort commercial featuring David Beckham. With no access to the original score, Juraj, along with orchestrator Michaela Rózsa Růžičková, recreated Henry Mancini's "Something for the Cat."
O2 TV Select & Stream
For the German O2 TV spot, Juraj skillfully arranged two renowned pieces: the theme song from the popular German TV show "Gute Zeiten, Schlechte Zeiten," and the timeless classic "Bella Ciao."
O2 TV Select & Stream
FILM MUSIC ORCHESTRATOR
Juraj Růžička is a renowned film music orchestrator, recognized as one of the most sought-after talents in the Czechoslovak film industry. Drawing from his extensive expertise in symphonic music, his accomplished career as a composer, and his proficiency in utilizing MIDI and music computer software, Juraj brings a high level of skill to orchestrating film scores. His meticulous approach, coupled with his commitment to achieving beautiful orchestral soundscapes, results in top-notch scores and meticulously prepared sheet music. Juraj's work as a film music orchestrator is characterized by its efficiency and the profound impact it brings to cinematic compositions. With credits spanning numerous films, some of which have received recognition from the highest Czech film award, Český Lev, including a win for the score of "Zátopek," Juraj continues to shape the auditory experiences of cinematic audiences.