Private Guitar, Bass, Vocal, Piano, Percussion, Keyboard, Theory, Music Lessons

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Lily Pad Music • Maitland, FL • $25-40 per hour

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Do you have experience and want to take your playing to the next level? My team and I can help you. Email or call me with your questions and we can get you on a program specifically designed for your needs.

Are you a total beginner? Are you interested in learning Guitar, Bass, Vocals, Drums, or Keyboard?

Whether you're a karaoke singer, an experienced guitarist, or a beginning bass student, we can help you get your performance to the next level.

Want to keep it simple and learn songs? Bring any recording to the lesson. Our teachers can teach it to you step by step in just a few minutes.

Lessons are tailored to meet your individual needs:

Subjects offered:

- Performance (Rock, Pop, Jazz, Funk, R&B, Soul, Brazilian Jazz, Metal, Blues, Alternative, Indie, Garage, Fusion, Reggae, Classical, Musical Theatre)
- Reading/Sight-Reading (Standard Notation and TABLATURE)
- Improvisation
- Music Theory
- Ear Training
- Singing and Playing Simultaneously
- Multi-Instrumentalism: (Guitar, Bass, Vocals, Drums, Keyboard, etc)
- Technique
- Composition
- Recording arts (Pro Tools, Reason, Sonar, Digital Performer)
- Music History

Prices:

30 min = $25
45 min = $30
60 min = $40

The program is run by Carlos DeSoto, a teacher in the Central Florida area with over 25 years of professional experience. His individualized and unique approach makes learning fun and most importantly, a true creative outlet.

Carlos has studied at Berklee College of Music and is a graduate of the University of Central FL. He has also studied music at the University of North FL. You can catch him performing with bands like The Rules, Estate Sale Boat, and The Current. He's performed with multi-platinum recording artist Eddie Money and has opened for acts like Journey, Hootie & the Blowfish, Sugar Ray, Ja Rule, The Knack and The Bacon Brothers. He has performed with the University of Central FL Big Band and has recently played lead guitar in UCF's production of Rent. Carlos has performed in venues all across the US including House of Blues, Disney, Sea World, Universal Studios, and The Knitting Factory in NYC. Carlos has also participated in the Atlantic Center for the Arts with puppeteer Heather Henson and is involved in several other diverse musical projects.

Reviews

September 10, 2011

Carlos will get your playing on the right track. He is very knowledgeable and has a great approach to imparting his knowledge. No matter the style you want to play, Carlos will show you how to tap into your creativity and unleash the player in you!

– Chris
April 17, 2011

Carlos is a great guitar teacher and guitar player. He is very knowledgeable regarding music theory and applying this to the guitar. I find his lessons enjoyable and interesting. The lessons are also helpful in keeping my playing fresh and opening new doors with regards to how i approach the guitar.

– Kayvan
April 7, 2011

Being a beginner, Lily Pad Music has helped me gain confidence with the guitar. Carlos DeSoto has allowed me to find the creative outlet I always felt was missing.

– Jessica
April 7, 2011

Carlos is a true professional and a gifted musician. His approach to music as an artistic language makes learning how to play an instrument much more easier.

– ArtKiTech

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Question and answer

Q. What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

A. Remember, a huge part of music is about feeling good and expressing yourself. Have fun with your lessons and make sure you feel comfortable with any teacher before you make a commitment to a program.

Q. What important information should buyers have thought through before seeking you out?

A. I recommend that all students think about what they are particularly interested in learning (eg. basics, songs, styles, reading, improv, theory, etc) before signing up. I would also advise any prospective student to make sure they have the time and discipline to invest 30-90 minutes of practice per day.

Q. Why does your work stand out from others who do what you do?

A. My work stands out because of my attention for detail, patience, and individualized approach. Also, I work as a teacher AND a professional performer, which I feel gives me and my associates an edge over any other program. Also, my classes offer a college level education for a fraction of the cost. I take pride in helping beginning music students and professional musicians alike.

Q. What do you like most about your job?

A. I love it when students have that moment of "a-ha!" and things click together in their performance. I find it happens often when we take something apart and then put it back together. I also love that it doesn't feel like a job because of all the fun during sessions.

Q. How did you decide to get in your line of work?

A. When I was 16, a friend of mine from high school asked me to give him lessons. Although I hadn't done it before, I went for it and, long story short, it went extremely well. I realized right then that I had an aptitude for teaching music. Teaching and performing has been my career since then.

Q. Tell us about a recent job you did that you are particularly proud of.

A. One of my vocal students (9th grade) recently had an audition for a top level singing group in her high school. Not only did she make it, but apparently not many freshmen ever make the group.

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