KRISTUPAS FESTIVAL | TOMMY EMMANUEL: LIVING IN THE LIGHT

TOMMY EMMANUEL, CGP (acoustic guitar, Australia) "There are great guitar players in the world. And then there's Tommy." (Barry Gibb, Bee Gees) He is in a category of his own, making you wonder: was he made for the guitar, or was the guitar made for him? Within just a few minutes, it becomes absolutely clear why Tommy Emmanuel's playing is described as almost supernatural. The GRAMMY-nominated artist takes the stage alone, yet in his hands, the guitar becomes a whole orchestra: melody, rhythm, bass, and percussion blend into a breathtaking experience. The artist's journey is spectacular: from touring Australia in early childhood to performing on the world's biggest stages. He has played and collaborated with Eric Clapton, John Denver, Mark Knopfler, Joe Walsh, and other music legends. At the Sydney Olympic Games, the guitarist performed for a global audience of billions. Inspired by his hero Chet Atkins, who later became his mentor and close friend, Emmanuel developed a unique sound that turned him into a global acoustic guitar icon. Yet the artist downplays his achievements, calling himself simply an entertainer.

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