GRAMMY^®-nominated vocalist and pianist Sheléa has graced the stages of Carnegie Hall, Royal Albert Hall, and the White House—earning standing ovations from legends and world leaders alike.

With a voice that stirs the soul and hands that glide effortlessly over the keys, Sheléa represents a return to true artistry that has garnered attention and adoration from legends throughout the music industry: Quincy Jones, Stevie Wonder, Alan & Marilyn Bergman, David Foster, Narada Michael Walden, and Rickey Minor.

Before all of the acclaim, Sheléa’s journey began in a small town, Bakersfield, CA. Having been discovered to have an aptitude for vocal harmony at age 2, Sheléa was already writing songs on her first miniature piano for her sisters by age 4. She began piano lessons at age 7 and began serving as the church musician at the Bakersfield Southside SDA Church by age 12. However, it wasn’t until Sheléa arrived at Oakwood University in Huntsville, Alabama when she thought about making music for a living. Though her majors frequently changed, music steadfastly remained her minor, and she ultimately graduated cum laude with a B.A. in music, emphasis in piano.

Now with years of making a name for herself as a vocal powerhouse, Sheléa has performed at Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, Library of Congress, and the White House, where she received a standing ovation from the Obamas. In the summer of 2022, Sheléa made her debut at the Royal Albert Hall, performing a tribute to Aretha Franklin with maestro Jules Buckley to a sold-out audience. She has begun touring this beautifully curated show throughout Europe. She was invited to pay tribute to the legend, Quincy Jones, for his 90th birthday at the Hollywood Bowl.

Merging her musical talent with her new love for acting, Sheléa landed her first major role as Dorinda Clark in the critically acclaimed biopic, The Clark Sisters: The First Ladies of Gospel. The Lifetime film drew nearly three million viewers and “was the strongest original movie for all television for 2020 across key demos including both broadcast and cable.”

The depth of emotion through her vocal interpretations and her touch on the piano has made her an artist of choice for various events, entertainment venues, award shows, and philanthropic enterprises around the world. She has enjoyed gracing the stage for PBS specials, including her very own Quincy Jones Presents: Sheléa and, most recently, Aretha! With Sheléa and Pacific Symphony. She was honored to showcase the music of Alan and Marilyn Bergman in a tribute album entitled Pretty World: A Tribute to Alan and Marilyn Bergman. Currently, Sheléa is putting the final touches on a brand-new retro soul album of all original music.