About C Minor
BEHIND THE BEGINNINGS
As a child, Timothy "C Minor" Zimnoch never walked anywhere. He danced his days from dawn to dusk, he entertained the crowd with his fluid flow to his robust Bboy rhythm. With unstoppable kinetic energy, C Minor entered the dance world beginning with ballet, joining jazz, slipping into street tap like a second skin and finally adding hip hop to his repertoire. Enrolling into every class offered, he lived his days in the dance studio.
C Minor started his first two years of dance training at Donna Muzzio's Dance Center. He then transferred to The Rock School West and would attend the annual summer dance intensive program at The Rock School in Philadelphia, considered the best dance training in the region. It was an encounter with Noah Farber during his time at the Rock School where the composer and C Minor formed a kinship. Their love of music, composition and friendship is still something Farber and Minor continue to appreciate to this very day. C's dance training enhanced his musical perception where he could visualize the choreography blending every beat perfectly with the musical composition needed. Simultaneously, C Minor played violin taking lessons from Joseph D'Onofrio, a chartered member, and principal second violinist for Peter Nero and the Philly Pops at the time. At this time, he practiced with the talented Noah Farber, a man Minor considers his mentor in perfecting the piano. C performed with the school orchestra and Honors Orchestra by audition. One summer day at Booth's Corner, the local farmer's market, Minors grandfather spotted a used saxophone at the music shop. He paid one hundred dollars for the sax after bargaining the price down with the shop owner. C still remembers the price he paid since he earned the money bagging and delivering the Philly Inquirer for his uncle, a contractor for the paper. The instrument became an obsession to a younger C that played his sax all summer long. He took lessons from Joseph Smith who today celebrates his 42nd season with the Philly Pops whose performances at legacy Pops concerts featured guest stars such as Ray Charles, Elton John, Mel Torme and Aretha Franklin. That fall semester, C and his sax joined the middle school concert and jazz band later doubling on clarinet to add to his list of instruments. He thrived in a world of sound and rhythm. Being exposed to these brilliantly gifted musicians provided a standard of music excellence that C Minor carries with him today.
A major shift occurred in C Minor's world that changed his entire future. During his school years a decision was needed - for him to choose between A or B. This is when C Minor first decided that options offered where not optimal. So, he created option C.
Procuring a love for music, C Minor's musical awareness heightened while listening to a classical piano CD collection that his grandfather gave him. The CD recording resonated through his entire being. Listening to the music over and over again inspired C Minor to fashion the piano as his true instrument of choice, an extension of his natural anatomy. His earlier experiences playing violin, sax and clarinet faded as his passion for piano exploded. His talent paired with his drive earned him a spot at Temple University as the youngest private student to be trained further by world renowned pianist, Maria Del Pico Taylor. At 14, the Philadelphia born artist toured with a local hip-hop dance company with his first piano performance featured at the historically iconic Philadelphia Art Museum. Just a few years later, C Minor expanded his craft by attending Full Sail University where he obtained a degree in audio engineering.
It was Mark Rothko that said, "Art is an adventure into an unknown world, which can be explored only by those willing to take risks." Not only a risk, but C took a leap of faith. After graduation, with only $150 in his pocket and a one way ticket to Los Angeles, he had his eyes set on the Hollywood horizon.
HIGHLIGHTS INTO HOLLYWOOD
With deep determination, drive and a distinct understanding in his music experience, C Minor began to capture recognition for his exceptional ear as a sound engineer, composer, and artist. His eye for detail and creative finesse orchestrated original pieces for some of today's biggest stars. C Minor marries his musical education with his dance background to culminate into his own person as an accomplished professional. He has partnered with diverse communities to produce live events, studio projects and private parties. C brings with him his extensive knowledge in classical piano as well as his creative charisma when it comes to bringing to life innovative sound, expression and excellence. In talks with international companies who have been known to work with some of the world's best known artists - it is evident to C that he will be making music that will last for eternity. Like a painter needs to paint, creating music is his passion, his craft and most importantly, the embodiment of excellence in all his work no matter how small a task.
GLOBAL GRAVITAS
C finds his environment in the ecstasy of entertainment through his work as an elite creative visionary. Working with artists from all over the world, his musical repertoire in the global industry includes:
Chinese pop stars: Danny Lee, Meng Meiqi, Gai, and Chris Lee.
Massively huge in Korea: Got 7, Sistar and Hyolyn.
Europe's Swedish singer-songwriter: Darin Zanyar.
Spanish super stars: Abraham Mateo, DJ Sammy, Sweet California.
Kylie Minogue, recognizably the most long-time famed Australian/British pop artist carrying an equal stardom with some of the biggest names in the US music industry including Madonna, Beyoncé, and Lady Gaga.
Some people might ask themselves why C Minor's work ethic strikes a chord on every level. With a maverick approach, each track stems from his divergent details in his craft. Seamlessly synchronizing his classical capabilities with innovative improvisation. This is how he is solidifying his place as an artistic authority in the music industry on a global scale.
MAKING OF A MODERN MAESTRO
C Minor is what the music industry would categorize as a multifaceted modern maestro. In his true element, C is creating music. Contorting time into chaotic creativity that produces a musical masterpiece. With a scope of songs, he has worked with some elite names in the industry. Affiliated with tracks that have reached millions of views, billboard chart toppers and global gravitas. Celebrating almost two decades in the US industry, C Minor has worked with the likes of Justin Bieber, Jennifer Lopez, Sean Kingston, Rich the Kid, Celebrity Vocal Coach Stevie Mackey, K Pop Super Group NCT, Disney Stars: Laura Marano, Coco Jones, Isaac Ryan Brown, China McClain, American Idol Stars: Candice Glover, Jessica Sanchez, and Syesha Mercado, Social Media Stars: Amanda Cerny, Bryce Xavier, Nia Sioux, and Tati McQuay. By utilizing every skill to his advantage, C knows how to entice, entertain and engineer creations that match some of the greatest composers of all time.
As a production powerhouse, lyrical lunatic, eclectic engineer and visionary virtuoso, this strangely unique artist brings a showcase of skills that are extremely rare to any studio or project across the world. His talent brings forth the question of whether nurture or nature had a hand in talent as he was born into a musical family. One thing is certain, irregardless of his environment, experiences and expertise: C Minor is introducing a new age of artistry.