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Musician
Greg
Federico has taught piano lessons privately
since 1990.
He uses mainly a classical methodology,
although with some of his more advanced students,
Greg has delved into jazz harmony, composition
and the basics of improvisation.
In
1992, Greg added drums and percussion to his
teaching repertoire.
In this idiom, Greg focuses on snare drum
method, both popular and jazz drum set methods,
and classical mallet method (on vibraphone).
Federico’s
overall teaching objectives have always been to
educate students in the art form of music and to
enhance their ability to perform in both solo
and ensemble settings.
Greg believes that
this is most effectively achieved by better
developing a students’ ability to read music
as well as by strongly incorporating music
theory as a backdrop for more advanced
compositional concepts such as harmony,
poly-rhythms, rhythmic counterpoint, and song
form.
In
summary, Greg Federico's teaching style is best
described as patient and empathetic.
He is a "player's coach" -- old
enough to have experience, yet young enough to
understand and empathize with the rigorous
challenge of learning a musical instrument.
Thus, Greg is said to have struck a fine
balance between being both easily engaging and
highly motivated.
Click
Here to contact Greg regarding his teaching
practice.
Kudos
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“I
can honestly say that (Greg
Federico’s) music is pleasantly
surprising. While not invoking
hard work for the ear to accept, it
nevertheless provides an excellent mix
of the expected and unexpected,
rhythmically, melodically, and
especially harmonically. I've
often said that good music sets you up
for the familiar, while consistently
delivering the extraordinary. I
found that to be true in (this)
music.”
Fred
Srock, Fredio.Com
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| “Thank
you Greg, for your excellent
demonstration for my class last Tuesday.
After you left, they commented on
how clear your descriptions were. I was impressed by your low-keyed and laid-back manner, which
will be invaluable in the classroom.
Thanks again, Greg.”
Claire
Racamato – Former Faculty Member,
Music Department, The College of New
Jersey
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“Thanks
so much for providing six-plus years of
piano instruction to Jonathan.
We have appreciated your patience
and your flexibility, and we have
enjoyed getting to know you.”
G.&
J. D. – Skillman, NJ
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| “Just
a note of thanks for all of your time,
patience and mostly warm, friendly
attitude.
You have been a great role model
for Lee and for that we are grateful.”
J.&
A. P. – Belle Mead, NJ
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“Thank
you so much for all you have done for
Jessica and Daniel.
We all enjoy. . .you and your
patience. . .it’s always
appreciated.”
C.C.
– Lawrenceville, NJ
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| Thank
you for encouraging the kids to enjoy
music.”
J.&
J. W. – Belle Mead, NJ
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“I
would like to sincerely thank you for
the gifts of self and teaching you
shared with Marissa.
She may not realize until she is
much older how much you have given her,
but I recognize your teaching strength,
your patience and your understanding of
the individual student.
Thank you for all that you have
given her in the way of skills and
opportunity to learn.”
D.W.
– Lawrenceville, NJ
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| “We
thank you for all that you have given
our family.”
D.&
V. W. – Titusville, NJ
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“Thanks
for the wonderful lessons you have given
Kaitlyn, Nicholas and Alex.
It has changed their views of
music again.”
J.&
F. S. – Skillman, NJ
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| “Thanks
for giving the girls the gift of
music.”
M.C.
– Lawrenceville, NJ
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“You
have been a gift to our daughter and
music to our ears!
Thank you.”
L.&
E. F. – Skillman, NJ
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| “Thanks
for making Jonathan’s first six months
of piano instruction a pleasant
experience.
We appreciate your calm,
friendly, understanding manner with
which you teach Jonathan.”
G.&
J. D. – Skillman, NJ
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“Thanks
for all your patience and kindness
towards our children.”
J.&
F. S. – Skillman, NJ
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| “Thank
you for sharing your talent and love of
music with me.”
D. W. – Titusville, NJ
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"I
know of no one more dedicated to the
craft of songwriting than Greg
Federico. From 'Returning' through
'Forever Now', it's been a privilege to
witness his development as a
philosopher, composer, performer and
musician." R.E. –
Downingtown, PA |
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Buzz
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| “Thank
you Greg, for your excellent
demonstration for my class last Tuesday.
After you left, they commented on
how clear your descriptions were. I was impressed by your low-keyed and laid-back manner, which
will be invaluable in the classroom.
Thanks again, Greg.”
Claire
Racamato – Former Faculty Member,
Music Department, The College of New
Jersey
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