Michael Isla, Guitarist

Columbus, OH

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Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

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I am a one man band that would be ideal for Art Events, happy hours, Opening for Regional or National Acts, weddings receptions (no ceremonies )etc. My music is energetic and all instrumental.
All my music is original with elements of Latin, jazz, rock, with keys, percussion, drums, synth, strings, bass, and guitar. I sound like a full band with one musician.

*If I am booked contact me. I have done multiple events at different times.


Reviews

6 reviews

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Tamra S.

October 20, 2025
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Professional and entertaining guitarist

Michael Isla played guitar during a networking event and was professional and entertaining. He showed up ahead of time and was set up and playing at the agreed-upon time. His music was such a nice touch for our event. I definitely plan on hiring him again in the future!

Hired as: Guitarist


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Austin M.

December 19, 2016
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Perfect!!!

Thank you sir for making the music perfect for our special day!

Hired as: Guitarist


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Alison G.

November 5, 2015

AMAZING!

Michael was absolutely perfect. I contacted him for a last minute event the day before and he was so polite and accommodating. His communication was re-assuring and his actual playing was exceptional. There's no need to look for another guitarist in C-Bus, just call Michael!

Hired as: Classical Guitarist


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Kris T.

October 26, 2015
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Great Experience

This was my first time booking music during a service period as I usually just handle the food side. Michael was terrific. We had Michael play at our dinner service. He arrived early and was set up before we started opening the doors for seating. His music style was great as it was very nice playing in the background but was not obtrusive to dinner conversation. Many of the guests commented how nice it was to have a guitarist at dinner. Will definitely have Michael back again.

Hired as: Guitarist


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Natalie K.

September 28, 2015
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Highly recommend

He was great in every way! I will be hiring him again.

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Languages: English, Spanish

Gig length: 60 - 120 minutes

What to expect

As a client you can expect the utmost professionalism. I work closely with my clients to give them the best, worry-free experience possible.

Additional booking notes

I primarily provide my own equipment. If a PA system is available it would be useful, but not necessary.

A three pronged outlet is required within twenty feet. I typically perform standing up.
If performing outside a covered area is required due to the danger of electrical storms and intensity of direct sunlight on the skin and instrument.

Past booked events

October 2025

14

Tuesday

Cocktail Party

5:00pm - 6:00pm

Columbus, OH

August 2017

26

Saturday

Concert

7:00pm - 7:45pm

Muncie, IN

December 2016

17

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

6:00pm - 6:45pm

Hilliard, OH

October 2016

13

Thursday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Columbus, OH

June 2016

24

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 7:30pm

Granville, OH

May 2016

21

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Columbus, OH

April 2016

02

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:00pm - 3:30pm

Vermilion, OH

October 2015

31

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 5:30pm

Columbus, OH

21

Wednesday

Campus Event

4:30pm - 6:30pm

Columbus, OH

14

Wednesday

Corporate Event

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Columbus, OH

September 2015

26

Saturday

Birthday (Adult)

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Columbus, OH

25

Friday

Nonprofit Event

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Columbus, OH

13

Sunday

Solo Guitar, Highlands Presbyterian Church

7:00pm - 8:00pm

06

Sunday

Wedding Reception

11:00am - 1:00pm

Columbus, OH

Set list

Original Latin Rock/Jazz Fusion.

Influences and inspiration

My influences range from Andres Segovia, David Russell, Steve Vai, Eddie Van Halen, Andy McKee, Astor Piazzolla, Stevie Ray Vaughn, J.S. Bach, Isaac Albeniz, Mozart, and J. Rodrigo amoung others.

Setup requirements

Three pronged outlet

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