Posted in: Guitar by Athlyn Green on April 22nd, 2011 | 1 Comment
This version of Classical Gas has generated over a million views and it’s not hard to see why. Virtuoso Australian Guitarist, Tommy Emmanuel gives a riveting performance of a guitar favorite.
Tommy Emmanuel launches into his popular version of Classical Gas and blows listeners away. His playing is lightening fast and spot-on.
Emmanuel does things with the guitar that leaves audiences shaking their heads at his virtuosity and sheer velocity.
With his characteristic style, Emmanuel plays a no-holds-barred Classical Gas, incorporating picking, tapping, drumming, strumming, string bending, neck bending, harmonics, unveiling a whole host of playing techniques. His hands move so quickly, it’s hard to believe he can wring that much music from his guitar.
Viewers are captivated by the sheer energy with which Tommy executes difficult melodies. A master improvisationist, Tommy shows what is possible on guitar and makes it look almost effortless.
Tommy Emmanuel–Classical Gas
Emmanuel never does the same show twice. With a years of playing experience behind him, Tommy comes out and does whatever he feels like, such is his skill level and mastery of the guitar.
Tommy Emmanuel Performing
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Tommy Emmanuel Guitars
Tommy’s guitars are worn from the force of his playing
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The Man and His Music
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Blessed with impeccable taste and exceptional technique, this Australian (Tommy Emmanuel) virtuoso is able to perform folk, rock, country and blues with fluid ease and impressive authority–George Varga, The San Diego Union-Tribune
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CHIPMUNK April 23rd, 2011 at 2:43 am
awesome