Carlos

I am a versatile guitarist with a vast repertoire including the standards of the classical guitar and beyond. I can play as a solo artist or in ensemble accompanied by a piano or other instruments. If you are looking for elegant instrumental music for your special occasion or event then I would love to be part of it. I guarantee a memorable performance. Please read below to learn more about me.

Best regards, Carlos

Biography: Colombian-American guitarist, Carlos Castilla, has been featured as a soloist with orchestras and chamber ensembles, as well as in solo recitals in different cities of Latin-America and the United States. He has worked as a collaborative artist with orchestras featuring stars such as Placido Domingo, James Galway, and Bernadette Peters. Carlos is the co-founder of Duo Guitiano, along with Cuban pianist Amanda Virelles, and is known for his innovative technique, warm and powerful sound, and soulful interpretations.

Dr. Castilla holds a Bachelor of music from Los Andes University at Bogotá-Colombia where he studied with Maestro Jaime Arias Obregón, and also holds a Master degree and a Doctorate in Guitar performance and pedagogy from the University of Southern Mississippi, with Dr. Nicholas Ciraldo.

Carlos is available for recitals, chamber music collaborations, recording sessions, and different types of events. Currently he resides in Nashville, Tennessee.

Anniversaries, Awards Nights, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Casinos, Celebrations, Church Services, Clubs, Cocktail Parties, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Family Reunions, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Private Parties, Resorts, Restaurants, Retirement Parties, Reunions, Studio Session, Valentine's Day Parties, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.

• Communication and service from Carlos was excellent. He was very professional both musically and in our business exchanges. Once Carlos understood what I was looking for in terms of scope, playlist, and tone he performed without fail. Carlos took the time to come to my venue, set-up, check things out and prepare at least an hour before he was scheduled to begin. All our guests were impressed and commented very highly regarding Carlos´playing. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a talented and great-to-work-with person. -- Perla A, Nashville, TN, 12/28/2010
• Carlos was awesome! Very professional and a very talented musician. We would definitely recommend him for any upscale event!! -- Robert V, Brentwood, TN, 9/24/2010
• Class act, made for an extremely elegant evening with about 100 guests. Will use again for a special event! Your loss if you miss this perfect background live music for a rehearsal dinner. -- Lee E, Decatur, AL, 4/30/2010
• Carlos is incredibly talented, professional and accommodating. He played our wedding ceremony last August and was willing to learn any song we asked him to (and we had some unique requests!). The songs sounded fantastic and he was a joy to work with. I couldn't recommend him more highly! I must also admit I was leaning more toward wanting a string quartet or something more traditional for the ceremony, and my husband convinced me to go this route instead. I am so happy we took the risk. It couldn't have turned out better! Definitely, if you are considering hiring him, do it! -- Julie W, Franklin, TN, 8/21/2010
• Carlos is very talented! He is very easy to work with. Communicates in a very timely manner. I will be using him again for sure. He will make your event unforgettable. -- Gregory J, Memphis, TN, 10/17/2009
• Carlos was fantastic! All of the guests really enjoyed his music. It was exactly what we had wanted for our wedding day. I would definitely hire Carlos again in a second. -- Amy W, Crestwood, KY, 3/20/2011
• Carlos is an amazingly talented artist. He played beautifully and was very accomodating when we asked for special songs to be played. He was extremely professional and courteous. We were beyond satisfied with him performing during our wedding ceremony! -- Penny W, Eads, TN, 4/16/2011
• I think that Carlos was absolutely spectacular! He is a very talented guitarist and when under pressure handles it very well. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a guitarist for their wedding or special event. -- Nicole K, Atlanta, GA, 10/1/2011

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