ABOUT
“From the dawn of humanity, music has expressed a voice of spiritual evolution and the identity of the human race.
It is our deepest political and intellectual instrument to keep the world together." - Dino Zonic
World-acclaimed composer, conductor, and director, Dino Zonic known as the “People’s Maestro”, directed numerous productions across the world such as: Musical Circle at Broadway - NY; European tour of Musical Circle, Opening Ceremonies of Winter Games - Lake Placid, NY - a TIME WARNER Production; Dayton Peace Accords and Dayton Peace Price a special concert series for President Bill Clinton, and the US Department of State; United Through Music a concert series for peace in Sarajevo with the Sarajevo Philharmonic Orchestra and International guests; Unity Through Music a concert spectaculars in Dayton, OH involving 375 performers on stage, among others.
Drawing on more than 30 years of contributions to the music industry Dino Zonic has distinguished himself in many roles as a composer, conductor, producer, and director and the leader of United Through Music and Dino Zonic Productions.
With the aim of fostering unity between individuals and nations around the world, Dino Zonic produces concerts starring performers from various countries in pursuit of the same goal.
Dino Zonic - "Unity Through Music" Documentary
Named as Cultural Ambassador of Sarajevo and Bosnia and Herzegovina, Dino Zonic dedicated his work to fostering unity between people and nations through the concerts and theatrical spectaculars, which he has produced all over the world.
Golden Karma Awards
Honoring Celebrities and Community Leaders
Dino Zonic was the first international winner of the Golden Karma Awards for philanthropic work, joining such luminaries Muhammed Ali, Robert Redford, Paul Newman, Angelina Jolie, Jane Seymour, Jessica Biel, and others.
Dino Zonic is recognized for his work in uniting the world through music. This was accomplished through an ongoing series of concerts and associated philanthropic activities throughout the world.
” Unity and peace is not something we wait for, it is something we bring, and it is the time. I invite you to join us and I sincerely hope that we will all commit to continue to make a difference.” Dino Zonic
Dino Zonic is one of the winners of the ASCAP and American Symphony Orchestra League for outstanding repertoire and also winner of "40 Under40" - Business Journal Awards - The Dayton Business Journal and Wright State University.
The Marquis Who's Who, powered by the New York Times, recognized and included Dino Zonic into a league of an extraordinary individuals from around the world.
Well regarded for his professional longevity, Maestro Zonic started his career in the early 90s, as one of the youngest music conservatory professors in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. He became highly regarded professor.
A survivor of the war and siege of Sarajevo and Bosnia and Herzegovina, he channeled the pain and knowledge drawn from his experiences into creating music that provides believe and a vision for a better world.
During the siege in Sarajevo, he composed and directed Circle, a highly acclaimed majestic Musical, which played in sold-out concert halls and theatres in Europe and the US. Read more...
Dayton Peace Accords
& Dayton Peace Prize
From 1995 - 2001, Dino Zonic continued his mission in the Dayton Peace Accords and Dayton Peace Prize as Cultural Ambassador of Sarajevo and Bosnia and Herzegovina, Music Director, and Composer in Residence of the University of Dayton.
From 1995-2001, for the Dayton Peace Accords and Dayton Peace Prize Dino Zonic directed numerous events and ceremonies. He designed programs to expose the Bosnia and Herzegovina culture to American culture and lifestyle.
In honor of the First Recipient of the Dayton Peace Prize William Jefferson Clinton, Dino Zonic composed an original score, "Symphony Entrata," a Symphony for the fallen defending Sarajevo. The symphony was performed at the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB) Museum. Read more...
Dino Zonic's concert activity were followed by number of USA and European TV and Media outlets such as E! Channel, FOX, MSNBC, ThinkTV, the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), Voice of America, NPR Radio, WDPR/WDPG-FM - USA; BBC and ABC - UK, ORF - Austria, ZDF - Germany, and HRT - Croatian National Television, among many more.
Praised by His Holiness Pope John Paul II, the Dalai Lama, President Bill Clinton, and other world luminaries, Dino Zonic was selected in the top 10 of the most recognized and influential artist from Bosnia and Herzegovina.
He attributes his success to his parents and his family in Sarajevo, who provided love, support and strong moral values, and continue to be a primary influence in all he does.
Looking to the future with optimism, Maestro Zonic intends to do all he can to continue spreading the message of peace and unity to as many people as possible.
With his unique combination of experience, empathy and perseverance, he is well-positioned to continue cultivating a lasting legacy in the music industry and beyond for many years to come.