Brian Hayes, Classical Guitarist
- Sanford, FL
- Guitarist
- 13 Verified Bookings
Chrissy V. P. said “Brian Hayes played for our wedding procession as well as our cocktail hour. He played beautifully! He was on time, professional and very friendly. He…”
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Eric Lesko's unique style of Solo Guitar playing has captivated audiences in Central Florida for over twenty five years. His passion for playing plus his extensive experience and robust repertoire makes him the perfect choice for your next happening.
Eric's musical background includes performing for Wedding Ceremonies and Receptions, Corporate Functions, Fine Dining and Cocktails, Conventions, Broadway Shows, Recitals, and as Soloist with Orchestra. He has performed hundreds of times at Disney and Sea World as well as other venues around Central Florida.
Enjoyable evening. Eric was a great addition!
Very professional. Beautiful music
We were celebrating 25 years in business as well as the holidays! Eric's great tunes provided the perfect backdrop for our record setting day! Thank you Eric. Highly recommend!
Eric was absolutely wonderful! Him playing at our event elevated the ambiance to a 10! He played the full time agreed upon with very little breaks, and he also took requests. I highly recommend Eric especially if you want to add a wow factor to your party. Thank you Eric!
Eric was great! He performed for our corporate dinner event. He plays beautifully and has a really wide variety of music choices. We would definitely book him again!
Wonderful! Eric was so gracious, such a talent. He performed for our church senior group. He brought his ukulele and guitar.
He had to travel a distance and was right on time.
Everyone enjoyed his music very much.
I HIGHLY recommend inviting him to play for you.
Eric played guitar for an outdoor poolside lunch for 60 people for us. His selection was perfect and it added the class to the event we were looking for. Not only did our guests enjoy the music, but the hotel guests eating poolside enjoyed it so much some of them came up to thank him when he was finished. We would definitely call on Eric again.
Eric's classical guitar music was perfect for our event. He was professional, punctual, and very friendly.
Eric provided the ceremony and cocktail hour music for my wedding and I could not be happier! I had a very specific song I wanted to walk down the aisle to. I discussed the song with him and within 30 minutes he emailed me an audio file showing me that he did, indeed, know the song and what it would sound like.
On my big day, he was prompt and played everything exactly as we discussed.
The music was absolutely beautiful!
Should I ever need a live guitarist again, he will be at the top of the list to call!
Mr. Lesko was absolutely amazing. He performed beautifully. Every song,,every note was breathtaking. Thank you so much,,Mr. Lesko made our event even more special.
Was a pleasure working with Eric. He arrived on time and took care of all setup. His selection of music was perfect for our event. I would definitely consider working with Eric again.
Price Range: $200-600
Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
An evening of beautiful guitar music that your guests will not stop talking about.
Eric Lesko comes from a family of musicians. He began guitar lessons at age five as the Beatles were invading the American music scene. Growing up in New Jersey, Eric performed in rock bands until becoming interested in classical guitar. With New York City only a short bus ride away, he spent as much time as possible in the city, studying guitar with Russian born Classical Guitarist, Dr. Alexander Bellow, and Jazz Legend "Bucky" Pizzarelli. During this time he attended recitals of such notables as Andre Segovia, Julian Bream and John Williams. Being immersed in this musical scene inspired him to make music his life.
Eric earned a degree in Classical Guitar Performance from the Hartt School of Music at the University of Hartford where he studied under the direction of guitar pedagogue, Richard Provost. While at Hartt and shortly after, Eric performed in numerous Master Classes for internationally acclaimed artists such as Manuel Barrueco, Christopher Parkening, Oscar Ghiglia, Michael Lorimer, and Carlos Barbosa-Lima.
Mr. Lesko has taught guitar at the college level for over twenty years teaching on the music faculties of University of Central Florida, Rollins College, Stetson University, Bethune Cookman College, Florida Southern College, and St. Leo College.
Eric's extensive performing experience includes anything from Weddings to Fine Dining, Solo Recitals to Concerto Soloist. Eric has appeared hundreds of times at Disney and Sea World as well as other venues around Central Florida.
Throughout the years he has had many unique experiences while performing. One of his favorites was having the opportunity to play the MASH theme song for Alan Alda as well as other stars in attendance at a cast party for the show, "Win, Lose or Draw" at EPCOT Center.
For outdoor events I have battery powered equipment.
For indoor events all I need is an outlet and enough room for a chair, small amp and a stand.
Looking forward to working with you!
October 01, 2022 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
August 14, 2022 • 11:00am - 2:00pm | Baby Shower |
December 10, 2021 • 6:00pm - 9:30pm | Christmas Party |
April 04, 2021 • 11:00am - 4:00pm | Easter Party |
December 05, 2020 • 1:00pm - 5:00pm | Christmas Party |
October 23, 2020 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Baby Shower |
July 06, 2019 • 7:30pm - 7:45pm | Surprise |
November 27, 2018 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Party |
November 08, 2018 • 12:00pm - 12:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
June 15, 2017 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Corporate Event |
April 27, 2017 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
September 14, 2016 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
April 01, 2016 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
January 31, 2015 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
Most Requested Songs
Wedding Music
The Wedding March
Bridal Chorus - Wagner
Cannon In D - Pachellbel
Air On A G String - Bach
Jesu Joy Of Man's Desiring - Bach
Sheep May Safely Graze - Bach
Sleepers Awake - Bach
Prelude In D - Bach
Spring- Vivaldi
Trumpet Voluntary - Clarke
Trumpet Tune - Purcell
Ava Maria - Schubert
Gymnopedie - Satie
Canarios - Sanz
Hornpipe - Handle
Largo - Handle
Air - Handle
The Lord's Prayer
Popular Selections
The Prayer
Wonderful Tonight
Marry Me
Titanic Love Theme
How Do I Live
Classical Gas
Breathe
Now & Forever
Here There And Everywhere
Till There Was You
Have I Told You Lately
Longer
Only Time
You Are So Beautiful
The Keeper Of The Stars
Near You Always
In My Life
If
Can't Help Falling In Love
Love Will Keep Us Alive
Wind Beneath My Wings
White Sandy Beach
Pelagia's Song
The Water Is Wide
Hawaiian Weding Song
Junk
Here Comes The Sun
Angie
Something
On And On
Classical Selections
Cannon In D - Pachellbel
Air On A G String - Bach
Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring - Bach
Sheep May Safely Graze - Bach
Sleepers Awake - Bach
Prelude In D - Bach
Spring- Vivaldi
Gymnopedie - Satie
Canarios - Sanz
Largo - Handle
Air - Handle
Jazz Standards
Misty
Satin Doll
Corcovado
Girl From Ipanema
A Day In The Life Of A Fool
When Sonny Gets Blue
One Note Samba
What Are You Doing The Rest Of Your Life
Man And A Woman
Mash Theme
Unforgettable
Wave
Gentle Rain
Meditaion
Here's That Rainy Day
Someone To Watch Over Me
Moon River
Fly Me To The Moon
Latin
Estrellita
Besame Mucho
Road To Her Home
Canarios
Romance
Adelita
Lagrima
Recuerdos De La Alhambra
Leyenda
Disney
When You Wish Upon A Star
Can You Feel The Love Tonight
Someday My Prince Will Come
A Whole New World
Mickey Mouse Theme
Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah
So This Is Love
Circle Of Life
Holiday
Christmas Time Is Here
Greensleeves
Silent Night
Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairy
Christmas Song
White Christmas
Veni, Veni
God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman
Antonio Carlos Jobim, Charlie Byrd, Earl Klugh, Segovia, Bucky Pizzarelli, Beatles, James Taylor, Kenny Rankin
Electrical outlet.
I have battery powered equipment for outdoor events.
Chrissy V. P. said “Brian Hayes played for our wedding procession as well as our cocktail hour. He played beautifully! He was on time, professional and very friendly. He…”
Stephen G. N. said “Wow, we had a great time! Jason was truly amazing, proving he could play almost anything as he fielded requests from the party goers who joined in singing…”
Beverly H. said “We had just a small group of family and friends. Some had gone through some difficult times recently and this was such a happy time for them. John was…”
Nicole S. said “We got lots and lots of compliments at the event last might. Professional and very talented. I highly recommend!”