Somewhere Over The Rainbow (Live from Music Gone Public) | Tommy Emmanuel

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[helenwatts]

This arrangement, performance, and its gifted performer are more than special to me. At the end of February 2023, my husband and I played this rendition for my brother, John (who just happens to have been born 3 days before Tommy). John was in absolute heaven listening to it. About 3 days later, he suddenly and unexpectedly died. We found a version of Rainbow on John's piano, where he had apparently been playing it after listening to Tommy, so the remaining siblings (there are 9 of us total) sang an arrangement I made at his funeral. Tommy, this may be the most beautiful piece of music in the world. It speaks to the soul like nothing else. Thank you for being who you are and bringing your own brand of light and beauty to the world. We were blown away by your concert in February 2024, and look forward to (hopefully!) many more. Bless you.

[AntonelloFiamma]

after all these years, i still believe this is the highest performing level ever reached from a guitarist during a live show.

[roman]

best guitarist who ever lived
its obvious at this point

[jimdeane]

Tommy, I hope you live for 1000 years. Your music is always such a joy. God bless you, man!

[catkeys]

That woman in the front row of the audience who puts her head on the shoulder of the guy next to her (0:25 & 2:40) - that just sets the mood perfectly for this piece and this performance.
It almost seems as though the whole world is at peace, if just for this moment.

[r]

There are great guitar players, awesome ones, phenomenal ones ....

And then there is Tommy Emmanuel.

[Daytripper]

This man is from another galaxy!!! No one on earth can play like that!!!! ;)

[billdd]

I have been playing and following other guitar players my entire life since 13 and today I am 63. You may have your favorite(s) we all do but without a doubt, Tommy is the most accomplished guitarist there ever was or is. What he can do on the instrument is head and shoulders far above all others. We may know him for a particular style, however, there is just no one alive today who can do what Tommy does. He also just happens to be my particular favorite.

[sakaungyarzar]

I wish he would live hundreds of years in good health.

[FabioLima]

Wooow.!!! What amazing transcription and interpretation aswel!!! Congrats, Tommy!!! Cheers from Brasil \O

[fiberlockabatement]

Probably the best interpretation that exists today of this classical beauty.

[bobjoyner]

No words in any language characterize Tommy Emmanuel's brilliance, beauty, and grace in the way he plays. Far beyond the capacity of any single musician, I've crossed paths at age 67 and 60 years of playing the guitar. Tommy is much more; he is so gracious, kind, and loving to every human being and spends much effort helping young guitar players. Tommy represents the very best of us, not only musicians but humanity. Although rare, sometimes God puts those like Tommy in our lives for reasons far beyond our understanding or consideration. What an excellent time to be alive and afforded such a blessing to witness and listen to Tommy play. It humbles me deeply that Tommy is my icon for the love, kindness, and joy he shares with the world. He is my mentor from a distance in expanding my skills as a musician. God's Peace and Merry Christmas, Dear Friend! Bobby

[benjaminking]

It takes an extraordinary musician to not only have that kind of technical ability, but also to fully understand the music on an emotional and relational level.

[philanderson]

we Aussies are very proud of this Aussie genius, sprung from Chet Atkins genius.

[SteveHorowski]

Tommy Emmanuel is a gift from GOD! The name Emmanuel you should learn what it means GOD bless .JESUS CHRIST is King

[최연석-ou]

Hello, I am a Korean who is dreaming of becoming a musician.
Ever since I was a kid, I've dreamed of it.

But when I got married and my wife was pregnant,
I found money rather than dream.

When I study and practice late at night
i think "Can I do it?"
Many people told me to stop giving up now.
Many people told me look at reality.

But if you cheer me up,
I think I never give up my dream.
Your guitar gives me strength.

Thank you for reading, tommy.
Your Korean fan...

[sergiop.ealbuquerque]

Emmanuel means "God with us". This presentation is nothing short than spetacular! He really takes us for a ride, from here to some magical place, where music like this is created for all of us. God is with you, Emmanuel. Shine your light on us, man.

[mayworld]

In these heartbreaking and difficult times, listening to your music again comforts my heart. thank you take care of yourself

[johnmoooo]

The Godzilla of guitar players! It's like ascending into the etherial realms listening to Tommy play Over the Rainbow.We're truly lucky to be able to experience such astounding talent!

[Luks_disGuy]

Legend has it, he can play a guitar... without touching a guitar