Zoran Madzirov (14 January 1968 – 9 May 2017) was a Macedonian percussionist, composer and the inventor of the Bottlephone.

Biography

Zoran Madzirov performed with and was honored by stars such as

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and others. He founded the group Les Barons Karamazoff in 1987 with

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) and Sasa Dejanovic (

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). Madzhirov revolutionized the concept of a solo percussionist by playing the works of great classical composers such as Stravinsky and Mozart on unusual instruments. The short film "Glass" was filmed in his honor at the New York Film Academy in Los Angeles and has won many prestigious awards. Personal life Zoran Madzirov was born and raised in a musical family in Strumica, North Macedonia. He received his first knowledge of jazz music and percussions from his father. His education led him in Munich and Cologne in Germany. As an artist and busker on his self-made musical instruments made of bottles he has performed classical music on the streets in major European cities such as Milan, Venice, Copenhagen, etc. Zoran Madzirov lived a short life due to a tragedy, but left an enormous legacy behind him. He is survived by his daughter Nina and his son Luben, who strive to continue the legacy of their beloved father.

Discography

* 2006 ''Bottling Jazzy'', Aquarius International * 2010 ''Roots On A Roof (Balkano Nuevo)'', SJF Records – SJF 127 *2011 – Bottling Classic *2011 – Bottlephonia Baroque

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Madzirov, Zoran 1968 births 2017 deaths People from Strumica Macedonian musicians