Donna Ruzicka is a jazz vocalist in the Northeast Wisconsin region, performing regularly with pianist, Tim Fox. Together we create an innovative sound while performing jazz standards. We play under the conversation and are perfect for background music, cocktail parties and events large and small. We are available for private parties and events.
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Write a reviewPrice range: $200 – $2,000 per event
Languages: English
Gig length: 45 - 240 minutes
I am a jazz vocalist, accompanied by piano, performing a wide variety of jazz standards in a easy listening style. We play under the conversation, easy on the ears and on your guests; Great melodic style and beautiful arrangements.
Donna Ruzicka is an American jazz vocalist recognized for her rich, emotive tone and elegant interpretations of classic jazz repertoire. A native of St. Louis, Missouri, she began her musical journey at the age of three, studying organ and growing up surrounded by the sounds of a large, music-loving family.
Now based in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Ruzicka has been an active presence in the Fox Valley jazz community for more than two decades. She has studied, performed and recorded with many of the region’s most respected musicians, including guitarist Tom Theabo, harmonica player Jim Wilfahrt, pianist Tim Fox, saxophonist Tom Washatka, and pianist/composer John Harmon.
Ruzicka honed her craft through the mentorship of acclaimed jazz vocalist Janet Planet, developing a vocal style defined by warmth, expressive phrasing, and a soulful sense of storytelling—qualities reminiscent of the intimate, conversational stylings of jazz’s most beloved interpreters.
Her discography includes:
Song of Songs (2004), featuring Theabo, Wilfahrt, Harmon, Washatka, Mark Powers, and John Gibson, with many arrangements by Tom Theabo.
Season’s Greetings (2005), a collection of jazz-inspired holiday classics.
Favorites (2006), a collaborative album with Theabo and Wilfahrt.
New Favorites (2025), a series of duo recordings with pianist Tim Fox.
We provide set up and take down of all sound and amplification equipment and lighting. We ask for access to space at least one hour before performance. We can learn special requests
All of me; And I love her;At last;Autumn Leaves;Bye Bye Blackbird; Can't buy me love;Don't let nobody drag your spirit down; Danny Boy; Don't let me be lonely tonight; Fly me to the moon; Groovin'; Girl from Impanema; Harvest Moon; How deep is the ocean; I can't give you anything but love; In the wee small hours of the morning; I'll be seeing you; It's only a paper moon;Meditation; My Romance; Moon River; Our love is here to stay; Over the rainbow; Satin Doll;So Nice; Someone to watch over me; Summertime; Sunny; The anniversary waltz;Tennessee Waltz; They can't take away from me; The way you look tonight; The more I see you; Till there was you;Time after time; Try a little tenderness; Straighen up and fly right;You are so beautiful;Walking after midnight;What a wonderful world; Where the green grass grows; Wichita Lineman;
Ruzicka honed her craft through the mentorship of acclaimed jazz vocalist Janet Planet, developing a vocal style defined by warmth, expressive phrasing, and a soulful sense of storytelling—qualities reminiscent of the intimate, conversational stylings of jazz’s most beloved interpreters, such as Shirley Horn and Nancy Wilson.
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6/23/2007 Everyone was very impressed with the D.Ruzicka Trio. Their music talent and great sound was a real winner for our party. We will use them again and highly recommend them to others.
– Bob N.
The D. Ruzicka Trio was absolutley the perfect jazz trio for our wedding celebration. The variety of songs they played was great. We received many comments and compliments from our guest of how nice the music was and how good the trio sounded. We would definitely recommend the trio to everyone who would like jazz music played at their event.
– Alexandra E.
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