Alexander Zonjic

  Canadian born, Alexander Zonjic is a staple of the Detroit Jazz and Music scene. Able to transport his audience to realms that only the mind and soulcan fathom, Alexander zonjic is a master of music. Alexander discovered his love for the guitarat age 9, and at age 15 was the lead guitarist in a rhythm and blues

It was at age 21 when Alexander had a chance encounter with a stranger on a street corner. Back in Windsor for a well-deserved breather, Zonjic was approached by a character that recognized him and offered to sell him a flute? The asking price for the instrument was $50. “I liked how it looked in the case,” recalls Zonjic, who on a whim offered nine dollars. The deal was done, Zonjic discovered the sound of his destiny and history was made.

Within a year, Alexander realized the basics of the instrument. He auditioned successfully at the University of Windsor where he began his formal training and became immersed in the works of Bach, Mozart and other masters. . Zonjic also continued to listen to and learn from the modern masters of jazz flute, Hubert Laws and Herbie Mann. Alexander continued his studies under the tutelage of Ervin Monroe, principle flutist of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra.

It was while performing in Detroit’s celebrated jazz club, Baker’s Keyboard Lounge, that Zonjic experienced a chance encounter that would catapult him to even more
renown. Zonjic was approached by keyboard legend, Bob James, who that night had come to hear for himself the work of the young virtuoso. James was so impressed
that he asked Zonjic to join his band – a collaboration and relationship that blossomed and led to international touring and recording. This also led to recording with such jazz greats as Earl Klugh, Kirk Whalum, Harvey Mason and Angela Bofill, to name just a few.

Zonjic has performed on stages around the world as a solo performer, with his own group, and as part of jazz great Bob James’ band. Audiences in Japan, England, Philippines, Mexico and Dominican Republic have enjoyed his incomparable sound. He has also performed at major classical and jazz festivals throughout North America, including critically acclaimed appearances at Carnegie Hall, the Hollywood Bowl and New York’s Apollo Theater.

The enchantment of Alexander Zonjic is demonstrated through his artistry, exuberance and charismatic personality. CBS radio station WVMV-FM, Smooth Jazz V98.7
in Detroit, recruited Zonjic to host a daily morning show, heard from 5:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday through Friday. Alexander Zonjic: From A To Z broadcasts every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:00pm eastern time on www.jazz-city.com.

Through the magnificent sound of his flute and the strength of his unique character, he takes today’s audiences to special places of true enchantment – magnificent musical worlds made of vibration, space, color, meaning and above all, passion. Enjoy his magic