October 2009 \ Features \ Tommy Emmanuel: A Photo Essay by William Ellis

Tommy Emmanuel: A Photo Essay by William Ellis

William Ellis

Photographer William Ellis follows Tommy Emmanuel as he prepares for and performs at The Bridgewater Hall in Manchester, England, November 28, 2008.
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James Wish
on 10/26/2009 		I don't know how old Tommy is, but he must not be far from my own age of 61. I had never heard of him until my 22 year old son sent me a DVD of one of Tommy's shows in Chico, California. I fancy myself as something of a 1940's jazz guy and particularly like Joe Pass and Howard Roberts, so I was not really enthused about hearing some flat-top round-hole folksy finger picker. My impression during the first song in the set was OK here's a fellow who has finger style on specialized tunings down pretty well. After another two I'm thinking, he's got Chet's style down pretty well, too. Then he plays one with great chops. Then he plays and sings 'Nine Pound Hammer' and I'm laughing out loud and thinking 'this guy is a consummate entertainer, too.' Then he plays an instrumental Beatles medley where on 'Lady Madonna' and 'Ticket to Ride' he keeps the bass line going while simultaneously playing the chorded melody. He brings out a mouth harp player and handles 'Georgia' as well as anyone I've ever heard. More and more. Darned if Tommy Emmanuel didn't turn me into a raving fan.
Stacy
on 10/06/2009 		I met Tommy at a clinic. He is one of the most nicest guys with extrodinary talent on the planet. It is so refreshing to meet a gentlemen who makes people smile in awe at his talent and endearing to their hearts as a person as well.
Graham
on 10/05/2009 		Captures Tommy perfectly. Preparation before the show, attention and dedication during the show. An excellent essay on a true gentleman.
Charley
on 10/03/2009 		Great photos of one of the best players, ever.
Nina
on 10/03/2009 		Thank you for theses pics and for leting us be in a little part of Tommy's world! I am also glad he is getting the recognition he deserves! Lord bless him!
tedmuir
on 10/03/2009 		Great photos of a truly FABULOUS guitar man and really nice guy, I met Tommy at a couple of his workshops here in England and what a pleasure that was! I'm glad to see he is now getting the recognition he deserves.
hewt
on 09/23/2009 		BEAUTIFUL photography.



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