“John was one of my first teachers at Sacramento City College. I appreciated the hands-on instruction he provided in his class. He works smart, is very engaging, and keeps it real in regards to the industry.”
Milton Woodberry, Student, Sacramento City College
“John is the consummate professional who is able to understand the importance of not only meeting the needs of the students assigned to his class, but the needs of our school as a whole."
Michael Reed, Principal, Twin Rivers Unified School District
"John has extensive background in digital technology, both hardware and software, and his attitude has always been fantastic. He has a genuine interest in problem solving and a true generosity of spirit with regard to helping friends, colleagues, and students with whatever technical problems may arise."
Dr. Stephen Blumberg, Associate Professor of Music, CSU, Sacramento
"John is one of those rare teachers who find it very hard to accept defeat in his job as an educator. He has gone way beyond what any supervisor would deem satisfactory in the pursuit of successful learning outcomes for his students."
John Altman, Professor, Sacramento City College
"I took your intro to midi class and your recording techniques class 2 or 3 years ago and I decided to take the time to send a thank you note. Introducing me to Reason really kick started my ambition for making my own music, with or without a band. I am now going to Berklee College of Music for a degree in Film Scoring, and I don't think this would have been an option had you not opened my eyes. Anyways, I appreciate it and hope all is well."
Emanuel Kaminer, Student, Sacramento City College
"Thanks for your response. Your perspective is greatly appreciated. Also, thank you for your dedication to the SCC recording group Facebook page. I still feel connected even though it has been few years since attending the program. "
Craig Pattenaude, Student, Sacramento City College
"I wanted to tell you that Hope really loves coming to school, she loves your class, and she especially loves the songs you sing in class. She is constantly singing around the house! Thanks for all that you do!"
Tammey Welty, Parent, Regency Park Elementary School
"I logged on to say thank you for inspiring and teaching in a very fun way! I am applying your lessons to my music and I am feeling great about the results. If you have any new classes I can take at Delta I will be in attendance. Thank you for the passion that you teach with, it has truly motivated me to be creative."
Malcolm McCully, Student, San Joaquin Delta College
"I so would love to thank John Golden & John Villec for blowing me away so far with the work they've done on The Solicitors upcoming album. Much love guys & thank you. It's means so much. I can't wait for everyone to be able to hear it. "
Tommy J. Brewer, Drummer, The Solicitors
"I know a lot of professors could care less whether we pass or fail, but you give the effort needed to help the students learn … I have had both of your classes and I have learned so much. "
Marc Hale, Student, Sacramento City College
"I am grateful to each and every one of the professors in the audio program at Sac City. In the last 10 minutes while prepping AV content for a show this weekend, I've used concepts from each of their classes. Thank you John Villec, John Altman, Wendell Yuponce and Susan Pankratz and Dean Rood!"
Christopher Sant, Student, Sacramento City College
"Every time I am in the studio, I employ the musical theory and out of the box insights into music composition that you taught us.
Dean Sultani, Student, Sacramento City College, Artist, Label Owner
"Hey John, Thanks for teaching the way you do! I have learned so much from you, starting with the passion you have for music and the recording arts!"
Gerson Siquenza, Student, Sacramento City College
"I wanted to say thank you for the way you teach; I appreciate and respect the positive energy and passion you bring to every class."
Jay Bridges, Student, Sacramento City College
"... an awesome teacher, the best I've had in music."
Matthew Fagundes, Student, Sacramento City College
"I just wanted to say thanks for teaching me so much and thanks for all the fun nights"
Calvin Moore, Student, Sacramento City College
"I want to thank you for encouraging me throughout the semester. I really didn't think I could do it but you helped me prove myself wrong."
Shawnnatta Dollson, Student, Sacramento City College