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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Ober holds an MFA from the Digital Arts + New Media program at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and a BFA from the Columbus College of Art and Design.

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Notable among the many films he has produced, Fried Green
Tomatoes was nominated for two Academy Awards (Best Adapted
Screenplay, Best Supporting Actress), a BAFTA award, and several
Golden Globe nominations. Mr. Meyer developed and produced The Breakfast Club, which
Entertainment Weekly named “The Best High School Movie of all
Time.” Mr. Meyer’s company produced BIRDY starring Nicholas Cage, which
won the Grand Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival.
Mr. Meyer is the executive producer of BRING ON THE NIGHT, which
stars Sting and won a Grammy.

Mr. Meyer’s newest book, Walking in the Fast Lane: Stories of a
Lifetime, is available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and bookstores
everywhere. Mr. Meyer has produced a series of Podcasts called THE MEYER
CHRONICLES, which are available on Apple Plus.

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