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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

“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

 

“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

 

“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

 

“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

 

“Thanks for giving the girls the gift of music.”

M.C. – Lawrenceville, NJ

 

“Thank you for encouraging the kids to enjoy music.”

J.& J. W. – Belle Mead, NJ

 

“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

 

“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

 

“Thanks for another great, educational, and insightful year!”

G.I. – Trenton, NJ

 

“You have been a gift to our daughter and music to our ears!  Thank you.”

L.& E. F. – Skillman, NJ

 

“We thank you for all that you have given our family.”

D.& V. W. – Titusville, NJ

 

“Thanks for all your patience and kindness towards our children.”

J.& F. S. – Skillman, NJ

 

  


Quotable:

“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

 
 

© 2003 Gregory C. Federico

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