Cinematic Career & International Stars
Grubacevic has built an impressive filmography, frequently collaborating on international projects featuring world-class talent. In 2024, he received a prestigious nomination for the Camille Award (European Film Composer Awards) for his acclaimed score for the thriller The Conversation.
His recent work includes the powerful orchestral score for “260 Days”, starring Academy Award nominee Tim Roth and Armand Assante. He also scored the sports drama “The Match”, featuring a legendary cast including Armand Assante and Franco Nero, and the suspense war thriller “Vindicta”, featuring a distinguished British ensemble including Pip Torrens, Sam Hazeldine, and Juliet Aubrey.
The “Modern Classicist”: Concert & Chamber Music
Beyond the screen, Grubacevic is a dedicated composer with a rich opus of concert music that spans from neo-classical traditions to sophisticated post-modernism. His compositions are characterized by a masterful use of orchestration, often blending traditional forms with contemporary sensibilities. His concert pieces have been performed globally, including the United States, Canada, Japan, England, Italy, and Israel.
His technical range is evidenced in the monumental Concerto for Tuba and Orchestra, while his exploration of post-modern textures is showcased in the acclaimed “Four Scapes” for woodwind ensemble. His chamber music, including “Two Rivers” for brass quintet and “Solid Pictures” for piano and horn, demonstrates an ability to write with both intimacy and structural rigor. This deep understanding of complex musical language informs his film scores, giving them a distinctive sense of structure, clarity, and lasting impact.
Production & Professional Affiliations
A hallmark of Dalibor’s production is his frequent collaboration with the Budapest Scoring Orchestra, ensuring a high-end, epic production value that has become his professional signature.
Originally educated in Koprivnica, Croatia, where he studied classical composition under the private tutelage of Professor Natalija Imbrisak, Grubacevic has spent decades refining his craft. He is a full member of the Croatian Composers’ Society (HDS) and Croatian Freelance Artists’ Association (HZSU).
Today, Dalibor Grubacevic continues to collaborate with visionary directors and international stars, consistently delivering music that is as emotionally resonant as it is technically impeccable.