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Pay no attention to the site behind the curtain
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Jason Shea

Jason Shea has been a music educator since 2003 in the Dunlap School District where he teaches Band, Orchestra, and Jazz Band.  He is a graduate of Dunlap HS (1997), The University of Notre Dame (B.A. Music Theory 2001), and VanderCook College of Music (M.M.Ed. 2003).

In addition to his educational responsibilities, Mr. Shea is also a frequent performer in the area.  He can be heard playing trombone, tuba, and bass with various ensembles including the Peoria Municipal Band, Prairie Wind Ensemble, Central Illinois Jazz Orchestra, JC and the Redemption, and Todd Kelly’s Water Street Stompers.
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When he’s not teaching or playing music, Mr. Shea enjoys riding motorcycles and jet skis, skiing on fresh snow, hanging out with pets, and watching Star Trek.  He lives in Brimfield with his wife Jill along with 2 dogs and 8 cats.
Lidia Riley ~ Executive Director
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execdir@youthmusicillinois.org 
David Commanday ~ Music Director dcommanday@youthmusicillinois.org

Laura Otto~Director, Suzuki School of Music
SuzukiDirector@ciys.org
Youth Music Illinois
3601 North Sheridan Road
Peoria, Illinois 61604 
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  • Join YMI
    • Audition Information
    • Application
  • About
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    • Board of Directors
    • Concerts and Events
    • Contact
    • FAQ
  • Support
    • Donate
    • Caterpillar Foundation Match
    • Shop to Support
    • Program Advertising
  • Suzuki School of Music
    • About Suzuki
    • Suzuki Fees and Schedule
    • Suzuki Staff
    • Suzuki Handbook
    • Pre-Twinkle Class
    • Suzuki FAQ
    • Resources
    • Contact Suzuki
  • Members
    • Resource Links
    • Tuition and Financial Aid
    • Handbook