Alexander Zonjic

Alexander Zonjic (pronounced Zon-chick) (born April 30, 1951) is a professional flutist born in Windsor, Ontario, who performs both light jazz and classical compositions. Zonjic initially played guitar at age 9, and by age 15 he was lead guitarist in a local Rhythm and blues band. At age 21, Zonjic purchased his first flute from a street vendor asking $50. He was impressed with the potential the instrument had, and had mastered the basics of it by the year''s end. At the age of 22, Zonjic auditioned at the University of Windsor, where he was accepted and studied the works of past masters such as Mozart and Bach. It didn''t take long for instructors to notice his gift with the flute. Upon graduation, Zonjic continued his studies under the tutelage of Ervin Monroe, principal flutist of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. While still active as a performing guitarist, he began teaching flute privately. Zonjic credits the music of Hubert Laws and Herbie Mann as early influences that helped him find his own style.