John Craig Johnson

"Extremely professional and personable
Always had a positive and fun loving personality
Taught me so much in even just one voice lesson"

"Had John as an instructor for Voice 1 at Mesa College, he is an enthusiastic teacher, meeting and working with everyone in the class at their respective level. although I had to drop the class early for personal reasons he gave me the fundamentals to practice at home."

"Great professor, engaging and very entertaining, I feel like I learn a lot every class."

"Dr. Johnson is a multi talented musician and knowledgeable instructor. I highly recommend him."

"Craig is the best!! The kindest person ever and has helped me with my singing a LOT!"

"Dr. Johnson is an excellent musician and educator. He connects naturally with students and makes his classes engaging and enjoyable. He is also a skilled pianist, a wonderful voice teacher and choral director, and a supportive, collaborative colleague."

"An incredible talent, a professional clinician and teacher. You could not find a better vocal coach."

"Best instructor ever"

"Craig is such an amazing professor who believes in each of his students and helps them to achieve their vocal goals. I could not recommend him enough, from his sound classical pedagogy to his emotional intelligence; he is a blessing beyond belief. I am so grateful to have him in my life."

"Mr\. Johnson has such a warm heart and a genuine understanding of his students\. He is incredibly supportive and patient, always taking the time to understand each student’s individual needs and help them feel comfortable and confident\. His rich, powerful voice and exceptional piano skills are wonderful assets for anyone learning to sing\. We are truly grateful for his guidance and support\."

"Passionate about music and using it to reach others. I was in his intro voice class and thoroughly enjoyed how he engaged with the class as well as his curriculum."

"Professor John Craig Johnson is excellent at coaching students and improve their vocal range. Would love to join him in one of his classes once more."

"Professor Craig is the best ! His teachings have definitely helped me reach new heights in my singing and become more comfortable with my voice. He makes class uplifting and always gives great feedback and support in lessons."

"Great work with teenagers and adults alike. Finds a client's skill set and expands on their talents. Spends the extra time to enhance their abilities. Obvious vocal technical skills."

"Mr. Johnson was my music director for Into The Woods in my high school’s production. He was absolutely wonderful to learn from and created an environment for EVERY student and their unique voices."

"Professor Johnson was a talented and highly skilled musician and an exceptional teacher. He went above and beyond for his students and was a great mentor!"

"Professor Johnson is an outstanding educator with a genuine passion for helping students succeed. His knowledge, encouragement, and dedication made a lasting impact on my growth as a vocalist. I am forever grateful for everything I learned during my time studying with him."

"Craig is the best when it comes to singing instruction. Helped me become more confident and technically accomplished in singing—more than I would have with anyone else! He can do all genres, from broadway to opera, and lessons are always so fun and joyful!"

"John's faith, dedication ad reverence enhance the liturgy and inspire our parish community. I confidently recommend John for any ministry."

"Great at what he teaches, stellar"

"Professor Johnson is beyond any type of title. He has earned his accolades with hard work and precise focus. He has so many strengths and talents - and he shares them with an open heart and open mind. He builds community from the foundation upwards; he is a visionary, a disciplined mentor with skills sets that differentiate and meet individuals where they are at. John Craig Johnson is making the world a better place through the empowerment of community through individual encouragement and unity through the heart, connecting with all audiences in significant ways."

"Professor Johnson is very knowledgeable and talented. Highly recommended for anyone interested in learning more about the art of singing!!!"

"Craig taught my son weekly voice lessons over a period of several years, during the time my son was in junior high school. Lessons were first at PLNU and later at Craig's private studio in Pt Loma. Craig's gentle but exacting teaching style not only made my son a better vocalist but had a major influence in his later life course, where he took the lead in high school musicals at La Jolla Country Day School (Chicago, 2022) and founded his own a cappella group at the University of St Andrews."

"John Craig Johnson has been one of the most fun and knowledgeable voice teachers I have worked with. He can teach so many styles and prioritizes voice health and power."

"I worked with John while I was a college student, he was so engaging and made coming to rehearsals so much fun! He is very passionate about his art, and it shows through everything he does."

"Fabulous to work with, highly recommend!"

"John Craig Johnson is an absolutely incredible vocal instructor; "fun and free" are adjectives of his I've adopted when it comes to my own singing voice. His style of teaching, which is inclusive and genuinely enjoyable, helped me come out of my shell :)"

"Craig is an absolutely amazing voice teacher and person! He is hands-down my favorite instructor I've ever worked with. His training helped me achieve massive vocal progression and led me to book lead roles on the Disney Cruise Line, in regional theater across America, and on a Broadway National Tour. I highly recommend him!"

"John Craig Johnson is one of the BEST in the business. Very knowledgeable, supportive and professional. He really helped my voice grow in volume, depth, range and color."

"Best voice teacher I've ever worked with. He unlocked sides of my voice I've never heard before and encouraged me to sing songs I doubted myself in. He transformed my confidence into something tangible and gave me tools to succeed in this business that I will always carry with me."

"Craig is great at his craft - which is good news. But what is even better is that he is skilled with all types and dispositions of artists - it is a gift of his and you will benefit from it!"

"John Craig Johnson is a phenomenal teacher, vocalist, and person. He helps all his students gain confidence, skill, and supports everyone’s love of singing. I would recommend him a million times over."

"Craig Johnson is an excellent teacher and friend. I highly recommend his services and endorse him as a knowledgeable and encouraging individual."

"Brilliant and joyful singer! You will learn much from him and have a few laughs while you do."

"He is a really fun professor who made crucial skills very engaging and easier to learn. One barely noticed they were learning until one day realizing an obvious improvement in not only their skills, but with how they interact with their audience and peers."

"Craig is incredible!! Helps your connect your mind body and voice safely and comfortably."

"Dr. Craig Johnson is probably one of the forefront and leading vocal professors and technician in the singing world today. His methodology is grounded in his personal and academic achievements and is applicable to all genres. Apart from his excel as vocal teacher, he has a deep caring for his students, pushing us to our full potential with patience and fervor!"

"Wonderful teacher and person. Committed to excellence and caring for people and their journey."

"He is an incredible teacher and beyond that an incredible musician, he made all our parts in choir easy to understand and took my music comprehension above and beyond! Thank you JCJ for everything you have taught me!"

"Learning great technique while having fun!! I’ve gained so much experience since starting with Craig; he’s taught me to make every song my own."

"I loved having Professor Craig as a voice teacher. He truly has a lot of talent!"

"I have known Craig since starting voice lessons with him as a college student in 2005 and I cannot recommend him highly enough as a vocal pedagogue and technician. You will rarely find a more affirming or knowledgeable teacher, and his teaching methods are effective across all genres. He is a big part of the reason that I sing opera professionally today."

"An amazing professor! I enjoyed taking his vocal class I at San Diego Mesa College and knew well how to challenge his advanced students at the same time balancing new beginner vocal students. Very encouraging professor!"

"An absolutely incredible musician, knowledgeable, wise patient, fun and engaging. Dr. Johnson is one of the best choral conductors I have ever met. He knows how to get the artist and the singers to engage and work together. Get excited about the pieces teaches breathing techniques and is very encouraging he is disciplined, strict, fun and passionate. I could not recommend a better teacher or professional in music, choir voice and overall music collaboration."

"Excellent voice teacher. I came in for four sessions to work through some vocal troubles I was experienced and walked away feeling supported and with much of those problems smoothed out."

"He is such a qualified and talented professional teacher. I admire all of his passion in all aspects of his endeavors."