Bio - Shea Velloso

Shea Velloso is a graduate of Mason Gross School of the Arts where he earned his bachelor's degree in organ performance. Shea's teachers have included Antonius Bittmann, Mark Trautman and Paul Hoffman. He currently studies with critically acclaimed organist, Gordon Turk. In 2004, Mr. Velloso was the recipient of The Elizabeth W. Durham Award for Excellence in Performance. He has performed recitals throughout New Jersey and New york City. He has appeared in concert on the national public radio show "Pipedreams" and on Metuchen Television.

As Director of Music at United Methodist Church at Milltown, he is the organist, director of the church's three choirs and is responsible for planning the church's concert series. He previously served as Director of Music at the Presbyterian Church of Jamesburg. In addition to his job at the Methodist Church, Mr. Velloso serves as the High Holy Day organist at Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple, accompanist for Philomusica Choir, and Spotswood High School Chorus. During the summer months, Shea enjoys working as an accompanist and rehearsal leader for the Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association.