ABOUT ME 

Anthony Soto
Percussionist, Teacher, Composer, Author

self published author with over 500 copies sold

I play Drums, Congas, Bongos, Timbales, Vibraphone, 
Marimba, and many other symphonic percussion 
Instruments, plus Guitar, Piano, Bass, and Backup Vocals.

Bands I’ve played in:  New Clear Days, Delta 9, 
Kali Dub System, Halfy, The Meek, and many others

Styles - Rock, Pop, Funk, Hip Hop, Classical, Reggae, Jazz

  I started drumming at about ten years old, but I had a strong love for music long before that. Throughout my school years I performed with the orchestra, choir, and marching band.  So when I got to high school I started forming my own bands with friends, family, and anyone I could find that was playing music. (including a couple of my teachers)  During those years I also began to study the guitar and bass with great fondness. Then in college I spent hours at the piano both for required piano skills, and as a composition major it became the greatest tool.   Now I’ve been drumming professionally for over 15 years. I’ve had the opportunity to play drums and percussion for some great bands, with styles ranging from Pop and Jazz, to Reggae and Heavy Metal, with many others in between.

  Currently, and since 2005, I’ve been providing Stockton and the surrounding area with Private Music Lessons. I teach Piano, Guitar, Drums, Bass, and Voice,  and I love every day of it. In fact, I need to mention that I’m very thankful to all my students. They’ve helped me to learn and appreciate more about music then I ever had before.
“For I pretend to teach them, but really, it is they, who pretend to teach me”  (:

  In college I majored in music and minored in psychology. I studied at Stanislaus state, UOP, and SJDC where I had the fortune of learning music theory and composition under the great Max Simoncic.  I’ve performed with many of the university ensembles such as Concert Band, Jazz Band, Symphonic band, Orchestra, Percussion Ensemble, Choir, Guitar Ensemble, and Marching Band.

 Aside from music lessons I enjoy composing in many styles and performing both locally and on the road. I’m always playing with a band or two, so watch the events page to see when and where.  I also spend much of my time writing non-fiction. I’m currently publishing instrument instruction books for aspiring musicians, and Course curriculum books for music teachers.
Well, that’s about it.  Thanks for reading, if there’s anything I can do for you, don’t hesitate to ask.  (:
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