Jack Dilanni has enjoyed a professional career in his hometown of Pittsburgh, PA, where he has played in a diverse array of musical groups for more than 40 years.  He currently serves as principal timpanist with the Pittsburgh Opera Orchestra, the Wheeling Symphony, and the Pittsburgh Ballet Orchestra.  In addition to playing locally, Jack has performed at a variety of music festivals across the country, including the Western Slope Music Festival in Crested Butte, CO, the Blossom Music Festival in Cleveland, OH, and the Sunflower Music Festival in Topeka, KS.