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His passion for jazz took shape in school through jazz band and musical theater, where he discovered both the discipline and joy of collaborative music-making. Dillon went on to earn his Bachelor of Music from Mercyhurst University, where he continued to grow as both a performer and musician. In college, Dillon co-founded a jazz combo, The Monk’s Brew, performing in local coffee shops and community spaces, along with weddings and private events. While those early audiences were intimate, the impact was meaningful—playing over 100 shows, bringing people together through music and creating a sense of connection that continues to define his work today.

Dillon furthered his studies by earning a Master of Music from the University of Akron, deepening his understanding of jazz as both an art form and a shared experience. During this time, he expanded into festival and club performances, opportunities that helped shape his belief that music is most powerful when it fosters communication, creativity, and community.

Now based in Goodyear, Arizona, Dillon recorded his debut album, 1960, as a tribute to his roots and a dedication to his mother. The project reflects his commitment to storytelling through music and his appreciation for the rich legacy of Black American Music.

Today, Dillon brings that same spirit into his teaching. As a vocal jazz educator, he is passionate about helping students develop their voices, build confidence, and explore their own artistic identities. His approach emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and a deep respect for the history of jazz, while creating an inclusive and encouraging environment for young artists to grow.

For Dillon, music is more than performance—it’s a way to connect, to communicate, and to inspire.

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Joo has been teaching  for over 25 years, and currently holds the faculty position at ����ֱ��(IAA) and the ����ֱ�� program as well as Malibu High and Middle Schools. In summers, she also joins Montecito Music Festival in Thousand Oaks. She has been invited to give masterclasses in various cities, and to serve as a judge for numerous competitions including SYMF and ASTA. As a board member of Los Angeles Violoncello Society for over 15 years, she’s been serving to develop and help growing young cellists in the community, and she currently serves as the Vice President and Treasurer. In her free time, Joo enjoys visiting national parks, hiking, and running. She received honors at Juilliard Preparatory, BM from the New England Conservatory, and MM from the University of Southern California. A proud alumna of IAA and ����ֱ�� Program, Joo values the foundation it gave her as a young artist. Joo currently lives in South Pasadena with her family.

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