About

John Craig Johnson is a qualified and talented voice teacher known for his professionalism and passion. He effectively supports clients in overcoming vocal challenges, providing personalized and impactful guidance.

Recommendations

Experience

Jon Verdesca

7/17/2026
10

"In my four years of learning classical voice under Craig, he ignited in me a deep passion for music that guided my career and will never be extinguished. He instilled in me the greatest self-confidence that I’d ever known in my short 21 years of life.

There were many days that his consistent joy in his work would be the force that kept me grounded, and refreshed my soul. He is an absolute master in his field, as anyone who works with him will recognize instantly. His expression and technique are those only attainable through the highest caliber of musicianship and experience. Craig is a blessing unlike any other to work with!"

Carlene Woodson

7/17/2026
10

"Dr. John Craig Johnson is an amazing voice instructor. I trained under him. He's a pleasant professor, with a passion for music. I learned techniques from him that I still practice 'til this day, such as breathing, warming up, and mouth shaping. He also explained how to give notes energy and smoothly transist from chest to head or to control the amount of pressure on a note. I learned so much from him. I learned about confidence and some of the other elements that are also important that support singing like proper dieting, hydration, exercise and preparation. The first time I ever went to the La Jolla Playhouse, he invited our voice class to go to see an amazing musical. I also got a chance to see other performances at some amazing venues. He plays the piano and is also an experienced performer, so he has great experience to share which helps a student prepare for auditions and performances. My singing game has improved tremendously, from Dr. Johnson's voice classes. Thank you!"

Nicholas Chi

7/20/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for John Craig Johnson

Erika Appel

7/19/2026
10

"Fabulous to work with, highly recommend!"

Kian Fahimi

7/19/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for John Craig Johnson

Jessica Lewis

7/19/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for John Craig Johnson

Sara Wyatt

7/18/2026
10

"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 :)"

Joshua Kring

7/18/2026
10

"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!"

Kevin Merin

7/18/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for John Craig Johnson

Shirley Johnston

7/18/2026
10

"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."

Xanti Cabrera

7/18/2026
10

"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."

Lei Chen

7/18/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for John Craig Johnson
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  • John Craig Johnson is the most incredible voice teacher I have ever met. Not only is he an exceptional teacher, but he is also the kindest, most... supportive, and most genuine person I know. He believes in his students even when they don’t believe in themselves, and he has a remarkable gift for bringing out the very best in every singer. I cannot recommend him highly enough. If I could give him more than a 100, I absolutely would! more

William Pfeifer

7/18/2026
10

"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!"

Camden Scholz

7/17/2026
10

"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."

Jonathan Young

7/17/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for John Craig Johnson

Demian Deonarine

7/17/2026
10

"Incredible voice teacher, really helped me get a foundation for my singing, and is overall just an incredible guy. His technique has helped me so much, and is what I look back on now that I am in college!"

Catie Johnson

7/17/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for John Craig Johnson

michael sokol

7/17/2026
10

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

Sophia Braga

7/17/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for John Craig Johnson

K.A. D.

7/17/2026
10

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

Kristina L

7/17/2026
10

"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."

Megan Baumbach

7/17/2026
10

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

Mari Watanabe

7/17/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for John Craig Johnson

Jonathan Lacayo

7/17/2026
10

"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!"

Prince Montesa

7/17/2026
10

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

Hunter Leon

7/17/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for John Craig Johnson

Kimball Burau

7/17/2026
10

"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!"

Emmie Kao

7/17/2026
10

"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."

Mari Simavonyan

7/17/2026
10

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

Karin Wilcox

7/17/2026
10

"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."

Joshua Guerrero

7/17/2026
10

"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!"

carol

7/17/2026
Provided a score of  
4
  for John Craig Johnson

Kimberly Uecker

7/17/2026
10

"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."

Alex Mohajer

7/17/2026
10

"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."

Wintroix

7/17/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for John Craig Johnson

Cole Chinn

7/17/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for John Craig Johnson

Amie Parks

7/17/2026
10

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