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# Zawinul Foundation For Achievement

The Pursuit Of A Performing Dream

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- [News](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/) - The proceeds will be donated to Zawinul Foundation to support their scholarship program in music.
- [2022 Z Awards  Now Accepting Applications for the Music Exchange Program](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/now-accepting-applications-for-all-awards-for-2019/) - Due to the current global situation with the COVID-19 Virus , We are sorry to announce that we will be canceling this years Award Ceremony. Scheduled for June 6th 2020. The safety of our students and their well being are our upmost concern. We will be keeping the the application process open until April 2021
- [Silver medal of honor from the state of Lower Austria for Gumpold Church’s music school director Andres Tieber](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/silver-medal-of-honor-from-the-state-of-lower-austria-for-gumpold-churchs-music-school-director-andres-tieber/) - LH Johanna Mikl-Leitner awarded Gumpoldskirchens music school director Andreas Tieber the Silver Medal of Honor of the State of Lower Austria for his special services to the state of Lower Austria. There were also congratulations from GGR Dagmar Händler, who, as the cultural manager of the market town of Gumpoldskirchen, is proud to have such
- [Folge 79 – Zawinul about Zawinul – Talk and Music with Tony Zawinul – 22.9.2021, 20 Uhr](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/folge-79-zawinul-about-zawinul-talk-and-music-with-tony-zawinul-22-9-2021-20-uhr/) - Studio guest in this edition of “Music Across” is filmmaker and composer Anthony “Tony” Zawinul, son of world-famous legendary Jazz musician Joe Zawinul. The first passion in his youth was sports, being Californian champion in long jump, who could not participate in the Olympic games in 1980 in Moscow, because they were boycotted. His father
- [The ARP 2600 Synthposium](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/the-arp-2600-synthposium/) - Join the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation online Saturday, September 18th from 11am to 6:30pm EST for a virtual gala honoring the 50th anniversary of the mighty ARP 2600, streamed from The Record Co. in Boston MA! The ARP 2600 is one of the most influential synthesizers ever created and has been played by artists such
- [Encore Presentation: Erich's Day](https://zawinulfoundation.org/uncategorized/encore-presentation-erichs-day/) - In case you couldn't attend the livestream of Erich's Day, tune in here: https://youtu.be/fykN4TbwX7A OR https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0yg1fpB2jZ9h0bxjv2PEmg?nd=1
- [Erich Zawinul Passes from COVID-19](https://zawinulfoundation.org/uncategorized/erich-zawinul-passes-from-covid-19/) - Erich Zawinul died of COVID-19 The concert promoter, DJ and son of jazz musician Joe Zawinul was 54 years old February 12, 2021, 11:14 The Viennese music scene mourns the death of Erich Zawinul. The concert promoter, DJ and son of jazz legend Joe Zawinul succumbed to a COVID-19 infection in a Vienna hospital this
- [Erich Zawinul Passes from COVID-19](https://zawinulfoundation.org/uncategorized/erich-zawinul-passes-from-covid-19-2/) - It is great sadness that the Joe Zawinul Foundation for Achievement announces the passes of Board Member Erich Zawinul. Erich, was the middle son of jazz giant Joe Zawinul and himself highly active in the music industry, succumbed all too soon at age 55 in Vienna on February 12, 2021. Go to News page
- [Zawinul Foundation Alumni Michael Paul Releases Single](https://zawinulfoundation.org/alumni-news/zawinul-foundation-alumni-michael-paul-releases-single/) - September 17, 2020 -- Michael Paul, 2019 Joe Zawinul Spirit Award and 2018 Most Improved winner, has evolved into a multi-talented artist. In August, he released A Journey of the Classical Guitar, an album highlighting his unique performance style of classical guitar pieces. On September 17 (his birthday!) Michael drops his new single, “Somewhere
- [Z Awards 2020 Canceled Due to The Corona Crisis/ Applications are being accepted  Now for the 2021 Music  Program](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/now-accepting-applications-for-all-awards-for-2019-2/) - We are Now Accepting Applications for the 2021 Joe Zawinul Music Exchange DOWNLOAD YOUR APPLICATION Our award lineup for 2021 includes: The “Z” Award (US & Austrian students) (application link coming soon) The Spirit Award (Austrian students only, no application necessary) Most Improved (Austrian students only, no application necessary) NEW! The Creative Video Award (Austrian
- [2018 accepting applications for all awards (now closed)](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/now-accepting-applications-for-all-awards/) - Happy New Year from the Zawinul Foundation for Achievement! We're excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for all 2018 awards. The application deadline is March 16, 2018 at 11:59 PM PST. Our award lineup for 2018 includes: The "Z" Award (US & Austrian students) To apply, click HERE The Spirit Award (Austrian
- [Congrats Fredi Lipgens, 2018 Austrian "Z" Award Winner](https://zawinulfoundation.org/uncategorized/congrats-fredi-lipgens-2018-austrian-z-award-winer/) - The Zawinul Foundation for Achievement is happy to introduce singer/songwriter/guitarist Frederic Lipgens as this year's Austrian "Z" Award winner.
- [2018 Zawinul Foundation Honorary Spirit Award](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/2018-zawinul-foundation-honorary-spirit-award/) - The Zawinul Foundation for Achievement is pleased to announce Dr. Georg Fraberger will receive the Zawinul Foundation Honorary Spirit Award. The ZFFA bestows the Spirit Award to a European Union student who exhibits an unparalleled passion for music and who has overcome challenges in life. This year, we’re honored to extend that same honor to
- [2014 US "Z" Award Winner Named "Best Jazz Soloist" in DownBeat Magazine's Student Music Awards!](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/2014-us-z-award-winner-named-best-jazz-soloist-in-downbeat-magazines-student-music-awards/) - The Zawinul Foundation for Achievement is so proud to hear Jamael Dean, ZFFA's first American "Z" Award winner, was just named "Best Jazz Soloist" in DownBeat Magazine's Student Music Awards! Jamael played piano on the Brubeck Institute Jazz Quintet 2016-2017 recording, which also earned Best Small Jazz Combo honors. Read all about it in the
- [ZFFA Earns NAMM Foundation Certification](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/zffa-earns-namm-foundation-certification/) - The NAMM Foundation just announced the Zawinul Foundation for Achievement (ZFFA) is officially a member of its first NAMM Foundation Nonprofit Management Institute graduating class! ZFFA board members attended the startup program at this year’s NAMM conference to learn strategies on how to improve and expand our programs. It was inspiring to hear about how
- [Marianne Mendt receives 2018 Zawinul Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/marianne-mendt-receives-2018-zawinul-foundation-lifetime-achievement-award/) - The Zawinul Foundation for Achievement is thrilled to announce Austrian performing legend Marianne Mendt as the 2018 Zawinul Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. The award presentation will be held on Saturday, 12 May 2018, at the popular jazz and music club Porgy & Bess in Vienna, Austria. An influential female vocalist, Mendt frequently is referenced
- [2017 Z Award Ceremony Photo Album](https://zawinulfoundation.org/uncategorized/2017-z-award-ceremony-photo-album/) - !slideshow_deploy!
- [2017 "Z" Award Success!](https://zawinulfoundation.org/uncategorized/2017-z-award-success/) - The 2017 "Z" Award Ceremony went wonderfully! There were outstanding performances from past students, great speeches from the award recipients, and an incredibly positive and celebratory atmosphere! Thank you so much to our sponsors, volunteers, production team, students, families, friends, and guests for making what we do possible! It was an incredible night and we
- [Congrats to our American - International Exchange Program Winner](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/congrats-to-our-american-international-exchange-program-winner/) - We're very excited to announce Youngmin “JJ” Lee is the 2017 Joe Zawinul International Music Award recipient. “This award means so much to me,” says Lee, a student at Musicians Institute in Hollywood, CA. “The moment I realized music was my passion, I had no certainty, but one thing was clear: I had a burning
- [Thank you, to our Z Award Performers](https://zawinulfoundation.org/blog/thank-you-to-our-z-award-performers/)
- [2017 Zawinul Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/2017-zawinul-foundation-lifetime-achievement-award/)
- [2017 Z Award Ceremony](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/2017-z-award-ceremony/) - The Zawinul Foundation for Achievement is revving up for the 2017 "Z" Awards in Vienna, Austria. The ceremony will feature live music from previous students, the foundation's first Lifetime Achievement Award, and much more! We are looking forward to celebrating this year's participants, and awarding students with the opportunity to study abroad! Read more about
- [Joe Zawinul Music Room at Musicians Institute Dedication Event](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/joe-zawinul-music-room-at-musicians-institute-dedication-event/) - October 19, 2016. A mixed crowd of students, musicians, supporters, funders and friends attended the Unveiling of the Joe Zawinul Music Room at Musicians Institute in the heart of Hollywood. MI students and instructors performed on Zawinul's own baby grand piano and drums that will not only be kept on display along with awards, original
- [Jakob Eder's First Music Video](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/jakob-eders-first-music-video/) - During his stay in Los Angeles. Tony Zawinul directed Jakob's first music video for his self produced single "Chosen". Jakob Eder is the 2016 Z Award Winner. You can watch his music video below https://youtu.be/dfVWXMhhxdo
- [Thank You Musicians Institute](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/thank-you-musicians-institute/) - This year the Zawinul Foundation partnered with the Musicians Institute in Los Angeles for the Music Student Exchange Program. The Musician Institute opened their doors for our musicians from Austria, to give them a chance to experience what kind of classes they offer to aspiring musicians. Jonathan Rivera who was this years U.S. recipient for
- [Jakob and Melanie visit NYFA in Los Angeles](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/jakob-and-melanie-visit-nyfa-in-los-angeles/) - Last week, our Austrian award winners, Jakob and Melanie, got the chance to visit the New York Film Academy and learn about performance techniques and they also participated in a photoshoot in which they had professional headshots taken. !slideshow_deploy!
- [Zawinul Foundation - Musikalischer Abend (Musical Evening)](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/zawinul-foundation-musikalischer-abend-musical-evening/) - Thank you so much to Austrian Consul General, Ms. Ulrike Ritzinger, and her team for hosting a wonderful musikalischer abend (musical evening) this past Thursday. Thank you, also, to our esteemed guests and talented young performers for making it a lovely night of music and culture; we're always delighted to spread the word about our
- [Jonathan Rivera's Vienna Trip](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/jonathan-riveras-vienna-trip/) - Jonathan Rivera, a student at the Musician's institute in Los Angeles, recently returned from his 12 day trip to Vienna, as part of the Foundations' music student exchange program. Take a look at some of the photos from his trip: https://zawinulfoundation.org/2016-international-exchange-program-us-recepient/
- [2016 Z Award Ceremony Photos](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/2016-z-award-ceremony-photos/) - Saturday, June 11th was the annual Z Award Ceremony in Leobersdorf, Austria. Here are some photos from the event. Congratulations again to this year's Austrian winners, Jakob Eder and Melanie Schoerg!
- [Music Student Exchange Winner - Jonathan Rivera](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/u-s-music-student-exchange-winner-jonathan-rivera/) - Congratulations to Jonathan Rivera. This years U.S. recipient of the Joe Zawinul Music Student Exchange program. Jonathan will be enjoying 10 days in Vienna, where he will explore the food, music and culture of Joe's hometown. This years Winner was selected with the help of the Musicians Institute here in Los Angeles. Jonathan Rivera
- [2016 Joe Zawinul Z Award Winner - Jakob Eder](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/2016-joe-zawinul-z-award-winner-jakob-eder/) - Congratulations to Jakob Eder. This year's winner for the 2016 Joe Zawinul Z award. Jakob is a piano player as well as a singer/song-writer. For this years competition, Jakob submitted two songs that he personally wrote, which not only shows that he's an exceptional musician, but as well, a terrific writer.
- [2016 Joe Zawinul Spirit Award Winner - Melanie Schörg](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/2016-joe-zawinul-spirit-award-winner-melanie-schorg/) - Congratulations to Melanie Schörg. The 2016 Joe Zawinul Spirit Award Winner. The Spirit Award is given out every 2 years, and it's given to a student who has tried out for the Z Award competition multiple times. Last year Melanie entered the Z award competition, but was not able to win the award. But that did not
- [Max Lesser spends the afternoon with Wayne Shorter](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/max-lesser-spends-the-afternoon-with-wayne-shorter/) - Max Lesser, the U.S. Winner of the 2015 Joe Zawinul International Music Exchange Program. Max had the opportunity to spend some time this afternoon with legendary Saxophonist Wayne Shorter.
- [Zawinul Awards in Austria Daily Newspaper - Kronenzeitung](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/zawinul-awards-in-austria-daily-newspaper-kronenzeitung/) - Tony Zawinul is pictured along side the contestants of this years 'Z' award, along with the car provided by Eisner Auto. The Kronenzeitung is Austria's biggest daily newspaper.
- [A special Thank You to Andreas Tieber and Ulli Baar](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/a-special-thank-you-to-andreas-tieber-and-ulli-barr/) - The Zawinul Foundation can't be where they are today without it's team and most importantly the supporters. This year during the annual Z awards. Tony Zawinul, founder and president of the foundation wanted to recognize two individuals who have continued to show their support for the foundation. Andreas Tieber is the manager of
- [The 2015 Zawinul Award Winners are.](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/the-2015-zawinul-award-winners-are/) - It was not a easy choice for the Zawinul Foundation to choose a winner for this years Z awards. Each child showed great musical talents and style, but in the end, the foundation members along with the Austrian Voting Jury decided on a Winner. 2015 Z Award Winner: Johannes Schweiger
- [2015 Zawinul Z Awards ceremony](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/2015-zawinul-z-awards-ceremony/) - Sunday June 28th, 2015 in Gumpoldskirchen Austria. The Zawinul Foundation for Achievement hosted it's 3rd annual Z awards. An event that recognizes the musical talents of today's generation. This year the Zawinul Foundation had 5 very talented musicians to choose a winner from. It was not an easy choice, but in the end the foundation
- [Thank You to Eisner Auto](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/thank-you-to-eisner-auto/) - The 3rd annual Z awards are coming up, and this year we would like to show our appreciation by saying THANK YOU to our sponsor. Eisner Auto. They were generous enough to provide us with a vehicle for this years awards.
- [3rd Annual Joe Zawinul "Z" Awards.](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/3rd-annual-joe-zawinul-z-awards/) - June 28th Marks the 3rd Annual Joe Zawinul "Z" Award. The event will be held at the Joe Zawinul MusikSchule in Gumpoldskirchen, Austria. The Zawinul Foundation For Achievement board members along with the Austrian Jury Committee have cast their votes as to which music student will take home the award. Each student was judged on
- [Renan Spörk Interview](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/renan-spork-interview/) - Renan Spörk was in Los Angeles for 10 days this past fall, as part of the Zawinul Foundation's Student Exchange program. Over the course of the 10 days Renan was immersed in different activities that would help and inspire his musical dreams. Watch below as Renan talks about his first time in Los Angeles.
- [Jamael Dean & Renan Spörk perform at Austrian National Day](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/jamael-dean-renan-spork-perform-at-austrian-national-day/) - October 23rd. The Zawinul Foundation For Achievement took part at the Austrian National Day in Los Angeles. Zawinul Foundation student musicians Renan Spörk and Jamael Dean were asked to perform some National Anthems. Renan a native of Austria performed the Star Spangled Banner on his guitar while Jameal Dean performed the Austrian National Anthem on
- [Joe Zawinul Spirit Award Winner Renan Spörk Visit Los Angeles](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/joe-zawinul-spirit-award-winner-renan-spork-visit-los-angeles/) - Joe Zawinul Spirit Award Winner Renan Spörk has arrived in Los Angeles, where he will be spending the next 10 days with the Zawinul Foundation. Get to know a little bit about Renan: "My name is Renan Spörk, I am 19 years old and I Play the guitar (obviously). Born in Vienna. After nine years
- [Philip Woloch Interview](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/philip-woloch-interview/) - Before Philip Woloch left Los Angeles, ending his 10 day trip with us, we were able to film an interview with him. Philip had a lot of good things to say about his trip. The things he was able to see, the music techniques and skills he was able to learn. http://youtu.be/9TPHhD_D6kQ
- [We Would Like To Welcome Sarah Jennings To The Board](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/we-would-like-to-welcome-sarah-jennings-to-the-board/) - The Zawinul Foundation For Achievement would like to welcome Sarah Jennings to the board of directors. Sarah Jennings will act as our Fundraising Consultant. About Sarah: Sarah is the Regional Gift Advisor in Los Angeles for Best Friends Animal Society. For a decade in Los Angeles she has raised major gifts for Autism Speaks, The
- [A Special Message From ZFFA Founder Tony Zawinul](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/a-special-message-from-zffa-founder-tony-zawinul/) - I am happy to announce a very successful close to the first U.S. portion of the 2014 Joe Zawinul International Student Music Exchange Program. Philip Woloch, the winner of the 2014 “Z” Award and recipient of the first Los Angeles music and cultural exchange, arrived August 15th to a busy schedule of lessons, practicing, and
- [Goodbye Philip Woloch](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/goodbye-philip-woloch/) - This morning Philip Woloch departed Los Angeles after spending 10 exciting days with the Zawinul Foundation. The last leg of Philip's trip was focused on taking him around to some of Los Angeles famous landmarks. Philip was able to spend a day at Universal Studios. See a concert at the Hollywood Bowl, and get a
- [Philip Woloch's first few days](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/philip-wolochs-first-few-days/) - It's been a busy few days for Philip. He's been to the Grammy Museum in downtown Los Angeles. He's visited Rick Rubin's ShangriLA studio in Malibu, 3Dogs Studio in Pacific Palisades, Warner Bros studio lot and sound studio. These just are just some of the first activities that Philip has done and he's got plenty
- [Philip Woloch - Music Lessons](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/philip-woloch-music-lessons/) - As part of the student exchange program, the Zawinul Foundation aims to immerse Philip with a variety of musical lessons. Some of the lessons that Philip has been able to participate in are voice, piano, sound design and song-writing lessons. Take a peek at Philip during his musical lessons. Philip with Los Angeles based
- [Zawinul Foundation Musical Afternoon](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/zawinul-foundation-musical-afternoon/) - Sunday August 17th, the Zawinul Foundation For Achievement along with the Austrian Consul General, held an event to honor Philip Woloch and Jamael Dean, the two recipients of this years student exchange program. The night started off with an award ceremony, in which the foundation presented Jamael Dean with an award and recognition of being
- [2014 Z Award Winner Philip Woloch Arrives in Los Angeles](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/2014-z-award-winner-philip-woloch-arrives-in-los-angeles/) - Philip Woloch the recipient of the 2014 Z Award arrived in Los Angeles, as part of the Foundations student exchange program. Philip will be in Los Angeles for 10 days. He has a full schedule ahead of him where he will be learning and experiencing American culture and music.
- [A Special Message From Andreas Tieber](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/a-special-message-from-andreas-tieber/) - The Headmaster of the Joe Zawinul Musikschule, Andreas Tieber, recently spent 10 days with Jamael Dean, who was the US recipient of the first annual International Music Student Exchange Program. Here is what Andreas has to say about the time he spent with Jamael. "From June 15th to 26th we had the pleasure of hosting
- [A Special Message from Michaela Hahn](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/a-special-message-from-michaela-hahn/) - Michaela Hahn who is the Head of Music Association for Lower Austria, spent some time with Jamael Dean while he was visiting Austria. Here is what she had to say about the experience. “Exchange experiences are essential for young people. The Joe Zawinul Award is a great chance for young musicians, not only to get
- [Philip Woloch Visiting The U.S](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/philip-woloch-visiting-the-u-s/) - Philip Woloch the 2014 Winner of the "Z" Award, will be coming to the U.S in august for 10 days as part of the International Music Student Exchange Program. Let's get to know Philip Woloch: Philip Woloch was born on August 24th, 1999 in Mödling, Lower Austria. He began singing in the choir at
- [2014 Joe Zawinul International Music Award Winner](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/2014-joe-zawinul-international-music-award-winner/) - The Zawinul Foundation for Achievement would like to extend a hearty congratulations to this year’s winner of the 2014 US recipient of the International Music Student Exchange Program. Jamael Dean Jamael Dean exhibits a remarkable skill when steps behind a piano, and it's that skill that has set him apart from other musical students
- [Jamael Dean Returns Home](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/jamael-dean-returns-home/) - It's been a wonderful and long 10 days for Jamael Dean. He has returned from his trip to Vienna Austria, where he has learned a lot as well as made some new friends along the way. You can view pictures from his trip: here. Stay tuned as we will have an interview with Jamael, where
- [Update - Jamael Dean Exchange Student in Austria](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/update-jamael-dean-exchange-student-in-austria/) - 2014 International Music Student Exchange Program US recipient Jamael Dean's trip to Austria is coming to an end. It's been a busy week for Jamael, seeing a lot of things that Austria has to offer. Jamael has been accompanied with some students from the Joe Zawinul Musikschule, Philip Woloch and Renan Spörk. (Left to Right):
- [The INTERNATIONAL MUSIC STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM kicks off!](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/the-international-music-student-exchange-program-kicks-off/) - The Foundations first International Music Student Exchange Program kicks off. Jamael Dean arrived safely in Vienna and was greeted by his host family, who will be housing Jamael while he is in Vienna. For the next 10 days Jamael will be experiencing and learning the music and culture in Vienna. Jamael Dean is a high
- [2014 Joe Zawinul Spirit Award Winner](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/2014-joe-zawinul-spirit-award-winner/) - The Zawinul Foundation for Achievement would like to extend a hearty congratulations to this year’s winner of the 2014 Joe Zawinul Spirit Award. Renan Spörk, http://youtu.be/BwcPKCyaBCw Renan Spörk has shown tremendous growth from 2013 to 2014. He has displayed his great talent and dedication to the art of music, advancing his skills and technique
- [2014 Joe Zawinul Z Award Winner is](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/2014-joe-zawinul-z-award-winner-is/) - The Zawinul Foundation for Achievement would like to extend a hearty congratulations to this year’s winner at the 2nd Annual Joe Zawinul “Z” Awards in Gumpoldskirchen, Austria. Philip Woloch, winner for the 2014 “Z” Award http://youtu.be/cX5ezVWqml4 The Zawinul Foundation for Achievement, in cooperation with the Joe Zawinul Musikschule, auditioned 14 talented student musicians for this
- [2014 Joe Zawinul Z Award Winner](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/and-the-winner-is/) - The Zawinul Foundation for Achievement would like to extend a hearty congratulations to this year’s winner at the 2nd Annual Joe Zawinul “Z” Awards in Gumpoldskirchen, Austria. Philip Woloch, winner for the 2014 “Z” Award http://youtu.be/cX5ezVWqml4 The Zawinul Foundation for Achievement, in cooperation with the Joe Zawinul Musikschule, auditioned 14 talented student musicians for this
- [Photos from the 2014 Z Award Ceremony.](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/photos-from-the-2014-z-award-ceremony/) - Photos from the 2014 Z Award Ceremony that took place at the Joe Zawinul Musik Schule in Gumpoldskirchen, Austria on May 18th. This event was made possible by the collaboration between the Zawinul Foundation For Achievement and the Joe Zawinul Musik Schule.
- [A New Member to the Foundation:  Gerri Siegel](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/a-new-member-to-the-foundation-geri-siegel/) - Let's welcome Gerri Siegel who has joined the board of directors here at the Zawinul Foundation. Gerri Siegel is the principal of G. Siegel & Associates, LLC. Gerri has over thirty years of experience in the business management and accounting fields and is based in Los Angeles. The primary focus of her practice is entertainment
- [Thank You to Rusty Edwards!!!](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/thank-you-to-rusty-edwards/) - Rusty Edwards - Executive Producer; Weather Report Legacy Project A very big THANK YOU to Rusty Edwards for his charitable contribution to the Zawinul Foundation For Achievement.
- [Here Are The Contestants For The 2014 Z Award](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/here-are-the-contestants-for-the-2014-z-award/) - Here are the 14 Young, Talented musicians who are competing for the 2014 Z Award. Check back on May 18th to see which one of these kids is chosen the winner. [jwplayer mediaid="954"]
- [Let's welcome the foundations new board member.  Rusty Edwards!](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/lets-welcome-the-foundations-new-board-member-rusty-edwards/) - We would like to welcome the foundations newest board member. Rusty Edwards. Rusty will be serving as the Director of Development. Here's a little something about Rusty. "Dr. Rusty Edwards has written lyrics for Dave Brubeck and Peter Erskine, and the foreword to his first songbook was written by Chick Corea. Thirty two of his
- [International Music Student Exchange Program.](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/international-music-student-exchange-program/) - We're sending out one lucky L.A. High School student to Austria for a 10-day music & cultural exchange. For more information visit: https://zawinulfoundation.org/zawinul-international-music-program/
- [The 2nd Annual Z-Awards are coming!](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/the-2nd-annual-z-awards-are-coming/) - Mark your calendars. The 2nd Annual Z-Awards are coming. Nominees to be announced soon. The Z awards is a yearly ceremony that is held in partnership between the Zawinul Foundation For Achievement and the Zawinul Musikschule in Gumpoldskirchen, Austria. The Award is to recognize young musicians of today for their creative musical talents.
- [PHOTOS FROM THE 1st ANNUAL "Z" AWARD CEREMONY](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/photos-from-the-1st-annual-z-award-ceremony/) - June 1, 2013. Gumpoldskirchen, Austria. The official photos of The Zawinul Foundation For Achievement's First Annual "Z" Award Ceremony. The ceremony recognized all the students who participated in the music program, as well as the unveiling of the Joe Zawinul Exhibit Museum. !slideshow_deploy!
- [Joe Zawinul Tribute CD now available on www.Zawinulfoundationstore.com](https://zawinulfoundation.org/blog/joe-zawinul-tribute-cd-now-available-on-www-zawinulfoundationstore-com/) - We have a few Joe Zawinul Tribute CD's now available for purchase our store. This is a great CD created by the faculty and students at the Joe Zawinul MusikSchule in Gumpoldskirchen, Austria. "Great CD, Very Impressive" - Tony Zawinul “Are these young musicians from Austria?!? They’ve got it… it is a beautiful CD” -
- [Photos from the Joe Zawinul Exhibit Museum Located in Gumpoldskirchen, Austria.](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/photos-from-the-joe-zawinul-exhibit-museum/) - !slideshow_deploy!
- ["AND THE "Z" AWARD GOES TO KATHARINA WOLLMANN"](https://zawinulfoundation.org/blog/and-the-zawinul-z-award-goes-to/) - Gumpoldskirchen, Austria, May 27th, 2013 The young vocalist jolting off her chair quickly reached the stage accepting the award with a mixture of disbelieve and joyful brightness in her eyes. Holding the big “Z” in her hands, a timid “Thank you” summed up her happiness. She is officially the very first recipient of the 2013 Zawinul "Z" Award. The
- [THE IMMINENT "Z" AWARD EVENT](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/the-zawinul-foundation-exchange-student-program-application-through-april-2012-2/) - May 23, 2013 The Zawinul Foundation for Achievement is hosting its inaugural Zawinul “Z” Award ceremony on May 26, 2013, in Gumpoldskirchen, Austria. This event is made possible through the partnership between the Zawinul Foundation and the Zawinul Musikschule in Gumpoldskirchen. The Zawinul “Z” Award recognizes creative musical talent with a broad interest in music
- [FIRST STEP TOWARD THE ZAWINUL MUSEUM & CAFÉ CREATION](https://zawinulfoundation.org/news/the-zawinul-foundation-elects-new-board-member/) - May 23, 2013 The Zawinul Foundation for Achievement is pleased to announce the Zawinul Musikschule (www.musikschule.gumpoldskirchen.at) in Gumpoldskirchen, Austria, will host the first display of Joe Zawinul’s personal belongings, marking the beginning of the ZAWINUL MUSEUM AND CAFÉ. The Zawinul Museum and Café aims to be an experience-driven, interactive, inspiring museum dedicated to the music,

## Pages

- [Homepage](https://zawinulfoundation.org/) - Donate to Our Nonprofit Click this button to make a tax-deductible contribution to The Zawinul Foundation For Achievement DONATE Our Mission Established in 2013 by Tony Zawinul, the Zawinul Foundation for Achievement fulfills Joe’s dream to encourage and cultivate the pursuit of performing arts careers in young, promising musicians. It draws from Joe’s personal experiences
- [Award Winners](https://zawinulfoundation.org/awardwinners/) - Joe Zawinul Award Winners 2018 Austrian “Z” Award Recipient: Freddie Lipgens 2018 American “Z” Award Recipient: Luis Kalil 2017 Austrian “Z” Award Recipient: Lukas Riel 2017 American “Z” Award Recipient: Youngmin Lee 2016 Austrian “Z” Award Recipient: Jakob Eder 2016 American “Z” Award Recipient: Jonathan Rivera 2015 Austrian “Z” Award Recipient: Johannes Schweiger 2015 American “Z” Award Recipient: Max Lesser 2014 Austrian “Z” Award
- [Awards](https://zawinulfoundation.org/awards/) - The Zawinul Foundation offers the following awards: The "Z" Award Each year, this award is given to one music student from Austria and one music student from the United States for demonstrating exceptional musical talent and passion. Each first place "Z" Award winner gets to participate in our annul international music exchange program. The Austrian
- [The Joe Zawinul Music Exchange Program](https://zawinulfoundation.org/about-the-program/) - About the Program The Joe Zawinul Music Exchange Program extols Joe Zawinul’s personal music journey between Austria and the United States. The program is designed to champion the creative and cultural development of music students from Los Angeles and the students from Lower Austria through their shared exploration of artistic practice and exposure to a
- [Board of Directors](https://zawinulfoundation.org/board-of-directors/) - We offers grants for music education in United State and Austria
- [Applying to the Exchange Program](https://zawinulfoundation.org/applying-to-the-exchange-program/) - We are now accepting U.S. applications for 2024! U.S. STUDENT – HOW TO APPLY TO THE 2024 JOE ZAWINUL MUSIC EXCHANGE PROGRAM IMPORTANT: You must have a valid passport and be between the ages of 13 and 21 Fill out the APPLICATION below and upload it according to the guidelines on page 2. Submit a
- [Applying for the Creative Video Award](https://zawinulfoundation.org/applying-for-the-creative-video-award/) - The Creative Video Award (US and Austrian Students) This Year The Zawinul Foundation is pleased to announce the 2024 Creative Video Award: Prizes for the creative video to be announced soon Deadline to submit video is April 15 2024 12:00pm PST Credits must acknowledge all contributors, including writing, music, editing, etc. Videos without
- [Award Descriptions](https://zawinulfoundation.org/award-descriptions/) - The Joe Zawinul Foundation offers the following awards for 2023 The “Z” Award Each year, the “Z” Award is given to one music student from the European Union and one music student from the United States for demonstrating exceptional musical talent and passion. Each first-place “Z” Award winner participates in the annual Joe Zawinul Music
- [Photo Diaries](https://zawinulfoundation.org/photo-diaries/) - 2022 Zawinul Foundation for Achievment Awards 2017 International Exchange Program – Austrian Recipient Lukas Riel 2017 International Exchange Program – US Recipient Youngmin "JJ" Lee 2016 International Exchange Program – Austrian Recipient Jakob Eder 2016 International Exchange Program – US Recipient Jonathan Rivera 2015 International Exchange Program – Austrian Recipient Johannes Schweiger 2015 International Exchange Program – US Recipient Max
- [2022 Zawinul Foundation for Achievment Awards](https://zawinulfoundation.org/2022-zawinul-foundation-for-achievment-awards/)
- [Jury Panel: 2021](https://zawinulfoundation.org/austrian-awards-jury/) - Meet Our 2021 Jury ANJI HINKE Anji Hinke is an outstanding singer, songwriter and voice coach with an impressive credit list for both live and studio performances all over Europe. She’s an admired teacher at the Vienna Conservatory as well as JAM MUSIC LAB Private University and Central Musicschool Eisenstadt. PETRA HINTERHOLZER Petra Hinterholzer studied
- [Erich's Day](https://zawinulfoundation.org/erichsday/) - We all know Erich would have loved a loud, the-bigger-the-better, until dawn and beyond farewell. But we also know COVID makes this impossible right now. Nevertheless, for the big "Friends of Erich's" Club, we welcome you to join his day and take part in the celebration of his life online in a very personal way. To Erich. To Life. Watch The Live Stream Below To support the Erich Zawinul Ambassador of Good Will Award, go to paypal.me/pools/c/8xeitVVD6F Erich’s Day
- [Joe Zawinul Foundation for Achievement](https://zawinulfoundation.org/joe-zawinul-foundation-for-achievement/) - The Joe Zawinul Foundation for Achievement aims to further the interests and passions of Joe and Maxine Zawinul by creating programs, events, and partnerships that reflect their commitment to performing arts education as a life-transforming experience. The annual Joe Zawinul Music Exchange Program encourages music students to broaden their studies and acquire new skills through
- [Home](https://zawinulfoundation.org/home-2/)
- [Contact Us](https://zawinulfoundation.org/contact-us/) - Please let us know if you have any questions or would like to hear about the Zawinul Foundation in further detail. Our staff can be reached at the following addresses: Creative Director/President & Founder, Tony Zawinul tonyz.zawinulfoundation@gmail.com Public Relations and Publicity Officer, Anne Ericksen anne@zawinulfoundation.org Mailing Address 2355 Westwood Blvd. #353, Los Angeles, CA 90064, United
- [Purchase a ZFFA T-Shirt](https://zawinulfoundation.org/purchase-a-zffa-t-shirt/) - If you would like to purchase a Zawinul Foundation for Achievement t-shirt to support our nonprofit, please click on this link: https://heavyweathershop.com/products/zawinul-foundation-for-achievement-t-shirt Every penny we receive goes to providing more learning opportunities for music students. Thank you to all supporters!
- [Supporters](https://zawinulfoundation.org/supporters/) - The Zawinul Foundation for Achievement would like to thank the following organizations and individuals for their support. Click on their pictures to visit their websites.
- [History](https://zawinulfoundation.org/history/) - In 2003, Austrian composer and jazz-fusion keyboardist, Joe Zawinul, was honored to lend his name to the Zawinul Musikschule in Gumpoldskirchen, Austria. At the time, Joe said, “Music is one of the few forms of communication that enables interpersonal communication and understanding between people without language barriers and intellectual boundaries.” Before his death, Joe began
- [About Us](https://zawinulfoundation.org/about-us/) - In 2003, Austrian composer and jazz-fusion keyboardist, Joe Zawinul, was honored to lend his name to the Zawinul Musikschule in Gumpoldskirchen, Austria. At the time, Joe said, “Music is one of the few forms of communication that enables interpersonal communication and understanding between people without language barriers and intellectual boundaries.” Before his death, Joe began
- [Joe & Maxine](https://zawinulfoundation.org/joe-maxine/) - We believes that music may not change the world, but may inspire people to change the world, we are organizing musical programs and events
- [Staff](https://zawinulfoundation.org/staff/)
- [Donate](https://zawinulfoundation.org/donate/) - If you would like to make a donation to the Zawinul Foundation for Achievement, please click on this link: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=LZXZYZGRWLUHN If you would like to receive a tax deduction for donating to our 501(3)(c) nonprofit, please make sure to include your address with your online donation. Once we have your address, we will send you a letter in the mail
- [2017 International Exchange Program – Austrian Recipient](https://zawinulfoundation.org/2017-international-exchange-program-austrian-recipient/) - Lukas Riel is a talented pianist, singer and composer from Austria. The Foundation sent Lukas to Los Angeles for 2 weeks to learn and experience the music and culture that the city has to offer. Here's a gallery dedicated to Lukas' trip.
- [2017 International Exchange Program – US Recipient](https://zawinulfoundation.org/2017-international-exchange-program-us-recipient/) - Youngmin "JJ" Lee is a talented guitarist from South Korea who emigrated to the US as a teenager. The Foundation sent JJ to Vienna, Austria for 2 weeks to learn and experience the music and culture that the city has to offer. Here's a gallery dedicated to JJ's trip.
- [2016 International Exchange Program – Austrian Recipient](https://zawinulfoundation.org/2016-international-exchange-program-austrian-recipient/) - Jakob Eder is a talented pianist and composer from Austria. The Foundation sent Jakob to Los Angeles for 2 weeks to learn and experience the music and culture that America has to offer. Here's a gallery dedicated to Jakob's trip.
- [2016 International Exchange Program – US Recipient](https://zawinulfoundation.org/2016-international-exchange-program-us-recipient/) - Here are photos from our American winner, Musicians’ Institute student of bass, Jonathan Rivera, who got the chance not only to visit Vienna, but to celebrate his 19th birthday there.
- [2015 International Exchange Program – US Recipient](https://zawinulfoundation.org/2015-international-exchange-program-us-recipient/) - Max Lesser is a highly talented and educated Saxophone player from Los Angeles California. In June he spent 10 days in Austria to learn about the music and culture, as well as attend the Joe Zawinul "Z" award. Take a look at a few pictures during Maxs' trip to Vienna, Austria Max Lesser – Saxophone,
- [2014 International Exchange Program - US Recipient](https://zawinulfoundation.org/2014-international-exchange-program-us-recipient/) - Jamael Dean is a young and talented musician from California. The Foundation sent Jamael to Vienna, Austria for 10 days to learn and experience the music and culture that Austria has to offer. Here's a gallery dedicated to Jamael's trip.
- [2014 International Exchange Program – Austrian Recipient](https://zawinulfoundation.org/2014-international-exchange-program-austrian-recipient/) - Philip Woloch is an exceptionally talented Pianist and Vocalist from Austria. As a part of the Zawinul Foundation's Music Student Exchange Program, we flew Philip to Los Angeles for 10 exciting days to learn and experience the many locations and events that Los Angeles has to offer. Patricia and Philip Woloch arrive at LAX Philip,
- [Welcome to Los Angeles Video](https://zawinulfoundation.org/welcome-to-los-angeles/) - The Zawinul Foundation created a video to show what Los Angeles has to offer visiting Austrian students. Los Angeles is rich with diversity and in the two weeks that the exchange students are here in Los Angeles, we want them to experience as much as they can about L.A. Host: Austrian actress, Kathrin Beck. https://youtu.be/pS0wikvYMCM
- [Award Winner Interviews](https://zawinulfoundation.org/zffa-award-winner-interviews/) - Johannes Schweiger - 2015 Austrian "Z" Award Winner Max Lesser - 2015 American "Z" Award Winner Philip Woloch - 2014 Austrian "Z" Award Winner Jamael Dean - 2014 American "Z" Award Winner Renan Spörk - 2014 Spirit Award Winner
- [Programs](https://zawinulfoundation.org/programs/) - Zawinul Foundation is encouraging and cultivating the pursuit of a dream to perform in the fields of art, music education and sports
- [2017 Z Award Ceremony Photos](https://zawinulfoundation.org/2017-z-award-ceremony-photos/) - !slideshow_deploy!
- [2017 "Z" Awards - About](https://zawinulfoundation.org/2017-z-awards-about/) - 2017 Z Awards Program
- [Videos](https://zawinulfoundation.org/videos/)
- [Zawinul International Music Program - US Students](https://zawinulfoundation.org/zawinul-international-music-program-us-students/) - THE 2016 JOE ZAWINUL INTERNATIONAL MUSIC PROGRAM The Joe Zawinul International Music Program was established by the Zawinul Foundation for Achievement in collaboration with the Zawinul Musikschule in Gumpoldskirchen, Austria, to encourage music students to broaden their studies, acquire new skills and familiarize them with international music schools. The Program intends to draw from Joe
- [Zawinul International Music Program - Austrian Students](https://zawinulfoundation.org/zawinul-international-music-program-austrian-students-2/) - Joe Zawinul Award und Students’ Exchange 2016 "Eine once in a lifetime"-Chance für niederösterreichische MusikschülerInnen Beschreibung Der Joe Zawinul Award ist ein Preis, der in Zusammenarbeit zwischen der Joe Zawinul Foundation For Achievement, der Joe Zawinul Musikschule Gumpoldskirchen und dem Musikschulmanagement Niederösterreich jährlich an niederösterreichische MusikschülerInnen vergeben wird. Anforderungen Teilnahmeberechtigt sind MusikschülerInnen zwischen 15 und
- [Student Alumni Videos](https://zawinulfoundation.org/student-alumni-videos/) - 2014 Z Award Winner Philip Woloch performing his original song "An Angel Like This."
- [2015 International Music Exchange - Austrian Recipient](https://zawinulfoundation.org/2015-international-music-exchange-austrian-recipient/)
- [2014 Z Award](https://zawinulfoundation.org/events-3/2014-z-award/) - The 2014 Zawinul “Z” Award [jwplayer mediaid="954"] On May 18, 2014, the Zawinul “Z” Award ceremony will take place at the Zawinul Musikschule in Gumpoldskirchen, Austria. This event has been made possible by the partnership between the Zawinul Foundation for Achievement and the Joe Zawinul Musik Schule, in Gumpoldskirchen, 20 minutes outside Vienna, Austria. Meet
- [2013 Z Award](https://zawinulfoundation.org/events-3/2013-z-award/) - The 2013 Zawinul “Z” Award [jwplayer mediaid="323"] On May 26, 2013, the Zawinul “Z” Award ceremony will take place at the Zawinul Musikschule in Gumpoldskirchen, Austria. This event has been made possible by the partnership between the Zawinul Foundation for Achievement and the Joe Zawinul Musikschule, in Gumpoldskirchen, 20 minutes outside Vienna, Austria. Meet the
- [Press](https://zawinulfoundation.org/press/) - Press Releases Zawinul Foundation For Achievement Successfully Launches New International Exchange Program between US and Austria in 2014
- [Events](https://zawinulfoundation.org/events-3/)
- [Team](https://zawinulfoundation.org/team/)

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