John Grecia

Background

About John Grecia

John Grecia has an active career as a conductor, pianist, organist, and educator. He holds a B.S. in Music Education and a M.M. in Choral Conducting from West Chester University. John is Director of Choral Music at Thomas Jefferson University (East Falls), Saint Joseph's University, and St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Ardmore, PA. He has worked as a collaborative pianist within the music departments of West Chester University and Overbrook School for the Blind. Additionally, he is the long-time pianist/accompanist for The Crossing; the multiple Grammy award winning, Philadelphia-based, professional choir dedicated to commissioning/performing new and socially conscious choral music. Through this ensemble, he has had the opportunity to work with internationally renowned organizations such as the NY Philharmonic, L.A. Philharmonic, The Rolling Stones, as well as forming connections with composers writing on the cutting edge of the art from both the local and international stage. On the other side of the musical coin, John is a professional pianist, vocalist, songwriter, and frequent performer; working in the Philadelphia pop/rock music scene for the past 25 years. He maintains a busy performing schedule, playing over 150 performing engagements each year.