I'm a contemporary pop singer and I've been studying with John off and on for over 20 years. He's been vital to my work maintaining my vocal capacity as a touring performer. What he offers his students is very unique--a chance to really build your voice from scratch, understand and utilize proper technique, and go beyond what you think you're capable of doing. He's a highly experienced coach who will champion your progress and will encourage you to go far. read more

Back when I lived in Philadelphia, I started lessons with John. Every other review (they're all 5-stars) is right on point. John's method is comprehensive and he explains what the process is every step of the way. It definitely seemed a bit unusual to me at first, because I hadn't heard singers do exercises like his before, but the results were undeniable. The improvement was noticeable right away, but the results only got better with time. It's worth it to stick with it for a long time to get the most out of it. His "voice-building" technique really works on a fundamental level, completely building great technique from the ground up. My projection, dynamics, pitch, breathing, sustain, and overall technique had a dramatic transformation for the better. I also didn't realize just how much it was possible to increase vocal range, but John's method will dramatically increase range. I can now consistently hit notes that I didn't think I was capable of before. I really can't imagine that you'd get these kinds of results from just any old vocal instructor. I did lessons for two years and consistently improved. The only reason I stopped doing lessons with him was because I moved away, otherwise I'd likely have continued for quite awhile. Highly recommended. read more

Excellent music teacher and very accommodating. I would highly recommend John's to anyone.

I had never done voice lessons before, though I have been singing all my life. I've been taking weekly lessons with him for six months now, and my voice has improved tremendously. I'm able to sing so much louder and longer without wearing out my voice, and my range has increased more than I ever thought it could. I'd highly recommend working with John. read more

I first studied voice with a teacher in NYC. I liked him a lot. I wanted to keep studying with him forever. I felt like I was making progress, even if it was very gradual. I moved to Philadelphia, got distracted for several years, and recently got back to training my voice. I researched voice teachers in Philadelphia and decided to try John Nicholas Peters. And I am so glad that I did. John trained as an opera singer for twenty years, working with teachers and opera companies around the world. He sought a teacher who understood, really understood, the science of vocal technique. And he never found one. But he picked up one thing from one teacher and another thing from another teacher, and now, decades later, John is that teacher that he was looking for. I had no idea that voice lessons could be like this. I believe that John does understand the science of vocal technique. I have made more progress in my three months training with him then I think I would have made in a year with my first teacher. And I was happy with my first teacher. But John has a specific method for training the support system for the voice and then building from that. I've felt my range open up at both the high end and the low end. I can attest that his simple, clear methods work - and work fast. He is very intelligent, very professional, and he takes his work seriously. He is confident enough in his ability to train a student's voice that he does not sugarcoat anything. He doesn't make jokes to endear you to him. He doesn't give you false flattery. And he doesn't feel the need to say "you're doing very well, but I'd like you to change this or change that". He gets right down to business. A lesson with him is like a meditation. While remaining absolutely friendly, he tells you in a simple straight-forward manner what you are doing right, what you are doing wrong, and how you can correct each incorrect move with your voice so that you can eventually realize your ultimate potential - whether your goals are singing or speaking or both. I really appreciate his style, his dedication, and his ability to train the voice in the simple and correct way. It's hard work; it requires focus and dedication; and he is not afraid to push me to deliver my best. The results, even after just three months of studying with him, are absolutely worth it. I have no desire to look further for my vocal training. In fact, I was considering relocating, but since I found John, and since I feel that I am making progress in an area in which I have long desired to make progress, I've decided to stay in the Philadelphia area or at least within driving distance of his studio in Manayunk long enough to really train my voice. When you find someone who knows how to teach what you want to learn, it's absolutely delightful. read more

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I had been researching voice teachers for months. Since voice lessons were a cost I knew I would endure for awhile I took my time picking. I researched teachers who charged upwards to $150 in NYC all the way to voice teachers who charged $20 dollars at local music stores. I was very skeptical of many of the expensive voice teachers in NYC because, when talking... Their answers were never direct and it was all about the audition or the fact that they had tons of people underneath their belt. I didn't care who and what but how. The great thing about John's website is that he gives advice from the bat and it is very straight forward. I took his advice when looking for voice teachers and applied that to many different teachers I were looking at... "Just because you sing doesn't mean you can teach." I wasn't convinced with other teachers but he was consistantly on my mind during my seatch. So I went in for my consultation. It was straight forward. I sang and he listened and we talked. I had complete faith in his skills from then on. He told me straight out I was going to learn to use my voice... not just sing songs. I saw pictures of chords. In a month's time I had excelled at an amazing pace. I could hear the differenc in my voice just from the practice. My voice was stronger and lighter and musical. Further on I was able to gain confidence in myself because not only is he a teacher.... He is a friend. John is very friendly and speaks to you like a person who he has known for years. His work ethic is on point so I never have to worry. His knowledge base is great being a Opera singer and teaching different genres. I have been with him a year now and I have no plans on stopping. His prices are GREAT! His attitude is great and my skills improved from the first week till now. My friends say I have changed so much in the past year. He helps way out of his call of duty if you have music you write or for songs that you want to sing in auditions or whatever you chose. I am really glad with this choice and even if or when I do move to NYC. He is worth the trip because I quite frankly don't trust any other voice teachers to keep my voice in tip top shape the way he has... There is always something new to learn in his lessons and tricks up his sleeve so that you can sing correctly. That is how you know what he is doing.... The proof are in the voices and the first lesson... Give it a try... You won't be dissapointed. read more

Put simply, studying with John was the best learning experience I've ever had, and the best results I could hope for. I'd tried voice lessons with 3 other instructors over the years, but nothing really helped me to improve. When I found John, I knew that if nothing else, this guy was COMPLETELY different from what I'd tried before. His techniques are developed with insight and honed with years of experience. He's unconventional, energetic, funny as hell and he motivated me to do the best vocal work I could. See this as a rare opportunity to work with one of the greats, because it is. If you give the effort and trust his suggestions, you WILL get tremendous results. Working with John was refreshing, empowering, and personally rewarding. He's a game changer, folks. A true gem. read more

John worked with my daughter for almost 2 years when she was still a young singer in high school. Her vocal success is due to the tremendous foundation she received during her training with John. He was positive yet constructive. In a short time, her voice went from quiet and timid to strong and confident. read more

Not being a singer by trade, even approaching a vocal coach was uncomfortable for me. I sometimes lose my voice when public speaking and needed someone to help me work out my vocal cords as a trainer. John made me feel welcome at my evaluation and has an excellent approach to vocal coaching. While in his studio in Manayunk, you will feel comfortable, and guided rather than judged and ashamed. He encourages the things you do well and simply corrects the things you are missing or incorrectly performing by modeling the correct way without missing a beat. He is also very interesting and takes the time to know who you are and the direction you're headed in with your vocal needs. He has a wide array of knowledge and has taught me more than how to work and train my vocal cords. From John I have learned about being grateful, about recognizing and embracing differences, about setting boundaries in a safe way, about letting go of things that don't work and strategically utilizing what you have while you look for the next thing you want. He is more than a vocal coach, but a mentor as well. He is honest and helpful in developing those willing and able to learn. I'm grateful to have found such a wonderful human being , let alone coach to give my money to. It is well worth the price. Also, sessions are individualized for who you are, your current skill and what you want to learn as well as timing of the session. And if I may say so, while I sing in the car, myself and my family notice a difference even as a non singer. You will not be disappointed! read more