Somewhere Over The Rainbow | Tommy Emmanuel

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  • Опубликовано: 10 апр 2014
  • This classic song by Harold Arlen from the film, The Wizard of Oz, was arranged and performed by Tommy Emmanuel from the mid '70s. It was first adapted from a version played by Chet Atkins, then it evolved over many years and concerts. It appears on Tommy's album 'Endless Road.' The sounds is by Brad Benge, and the video was directed by Clara Emmanuel.
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Комментарии • 6 тыс.

  • @WillieTaggett
    @WillieTaggett 3 года назад +3447

    While most guitar players tune their guitars to the standard E A D G B E, Tommy tunes his to W T F H O W

  • @osullibr
    @osullibr Год назад +446

    Steve Vai once said that Tommy Emmanuel is two of the best guitarists he's ever met.

    • @johnl1685
      @johnl1685 Год назад +10

      HA! Really? I hadn't heard that. That's a great way that Vai chose to describe Emmanuel's playing. Who could disagree.

    • @jamesbonee3102
      @jamesbonee3102 Год назад +11

      The other being Jeff Beck

    • @liecht
      @liecht Год назад +4

      @@jamesbonee3102 or maybe Frank...

    • @asoaper4975
      @asoaper4975 Год назад +8

      When he plays two parts simultaneously it's a sort of magic. He is of the best that ever lived and I'm privileged to know it

    • @joebranson9275
      @joebranson9275 Год назад +21

      @@jamesbonee3102 The joke is that he plays as if he is two guitarists at once :)

  • @colleendonnelly6814
    @colleendonnelly6814 Месяц назад +17

    My fiancee is a long time guitar player. He just happened to come across Tommy Emmanuel about 6 mos. ago on public TV. Never heard of him before, but was just mesmerized with his talent.
    Talked to a fellow guitar player and found out Tommy would be performing nearby on May 15th, which was last night.
    Tickets were more than reasonable, and WE WERE BLOWN AWAY!
    Need I say more?

    • @hightpt
      @hightpt Месяц назад

      I saw him Friday in Albany NY for the 2nd time. He blows me away every time, whether I hear him live or on RUclips. I'm a semi professional trumpet player (which to me means that I get paid to play gigs in the greater east coast area where I live) but if I had half of his technique/dedication to his instrument and TALENT, then maybe I'd be 1/32nd as good as he is. Unless I hear differently I think he's the most accomplished player on any instrument ever??????

    • @marcanglin7127
      @marcanglin7127 15 дней назад +1

      Tommy is the greatest individual musician that I have ever had the good fortune to see play live. A gift from God.

  • @suzeburtenshaw9581
    @suzeburtenshaw9581 Месяц назад +9

    He owns that guitar. He doesn’t just play it, he owns it. I am in awe.

  • @limalongkumer9395
    @limalongkumer9395 4 года назад +1407

    If you listen carefully, between 0:00 and 5:11 is the best part.

    • @crackfare1989
      @crackfare1989 4 года назад +7

      02 O2's CRAFT's Holy shit dude nice catch :D thanks!

    • @mrp356b
      @mrp356b 4 года назад +14

      Amen. Seen him 5-6 times and plan on going again this year. Then I go home and burn my guitars in the fireplace.

    • @mattdaggett3695
      @mattdaggett3695 4 года назад +5

      Funny stuff

    • @mdrow100
      @mdrow100 4 года назад +1

      😂😂😂

    • @p.shpyro
      @p.shpyro 4 года назад +2

      0:00 and 0:25

  • @sixstringmickywray9853
    @sixstringmickywray9853 4 года назад +841

    this is what a lifetime of dedication to an instrument looks like

    • @joycesanders4898
      @joycesanders4898 4 года назад +10

      ..sure is.

    • @theresemeyn
      @theresemeyn 4 года назад +4

      Yes.

    • @nicholasindalecio8211
      @nicholasindalecio8211 3 года назад +3

      Truth

    • @rboaxx9065
      @rboaxx9065 3 года назад +15

      for a talented and tasty musician! I know a lot who play longer than him and sounding like a brick fall from a loader... The taste starts at the very beginning!

    • @rjasontwenty1099
      @rjasontwenty1099 3 года назад +3

      bet he never heard of switch, ps4 or ps5, or xbox or he was a gamer once...lol

  • @joshcoleman4249
    @joshcoleman4249 2 года назад +290

    As a musician/guitarist, I appreciate the ability, talent and the song. As a human, there isn’t a note in this arrangement that doesn’t strike an emotional nerve. It’s weird how sound can touch a persons heart. Thank you Tommy for this.

    • @andrewtucker94
      @andrewtucker94 2 года назад +8

      That's the thing, it's technically profound but also really tasteful. That's not a common combination.

    • @keitheeweithee
      @keitheeweithee 2 года назад +4

      You just described what l was feeling, in my heart. I never really listened to him...till now. Fantastic!!

    • @curtiseverett1671
      @curtiseverett1671 Год назад

      well said

    • @sethtastical
      @sethtastical Год назад +2

      It makes me tear up every time I hear it. I will say, though, the mix/tonality is just out of this world. It takes a lot to make even the best players in the world sound this good

    • @tripzville7569
      @tripzville7569 Год назад

      Agreed.

  • @georgecrawley767
    @georgecrawley767 4 месяца назад +26

    This is the single greatest solo performance of music I have ever had the privilege of listening to live in London.

  • @samgreco158
    @samgreco158 8 лет назад +3641

    this man is a greatest guitar player I've ever heard in my entire life am 86 years old and you know I get on this site just to listen to his music

  • @AdamLangston
    @AdamLangston 3 года назад +880

    My father passed of covid last year, and this was played at his funeral. My Dad taught me how to play guitar as a kid and for years we traded Tommy Emmanuel videos back and forth. I will cherish Tommy's version of this piece for the rest of my life.

    • @agod747
      @agod747 2 года назад +16

      I'm so sorry for your loss, and love this story

    • @titolivio6832
      @titolivio6832 2 года назад +3

      Ti capisco!

    • @sinkhole777
      @sinkhole777 2 года назад +24

      Hi Adam langston, yesterday we turned off the machines, and my mother left us. I'm now using the sublime beauty of this to help me heal too. They're gone, but they will always be with us. Thank you Tommy.

    • @miladsouza3658
      @miladsouza3658 2 года назад +4

      May his soul rest in peace ...

    • @iamtimur4795
      @iamtimur4795 2 года назад +6

      sorry for you loss pal, may his soul rest in peace

  • @JonahBaker
    @JonahBaker Год назад +12

    somebody give this man a grammy

  • @elizabethconnor-qh8fh
    @elizabethconnor-qh8fh Год назад +46

    I saw him in concert tonight at Blues on Broadbeach at the Gold Coast. Tommy encouraged all people to make music no matter how good or bad you are. He is so compassionate.

  • @mackinbox
    @mackinbox 3 года назад +668

    This kid has some potential

    • @bradellis3855
      @bradellis3855 3 года назад +5

      outstanding!!!

    • @crackfare1989
      @crackfare1989 3 года назад +54

      Yeah but he should probably change his diet to slow down the insanely rapid aging.

    • @iosifilies5837
      @iosifilies5837 3 года назад +3

      stolen comment

    • @colinwilson8523
      @colinwilson8523 2 года назад +5

      If he puts his mind to it he'll really do well i think !!

    • @sebastianschmidt25
      @sebastianschmidt25 2 года назад +3

      Maybe he should come up with some own stuff, though. Up his creative game a little, don't you think? If he read this and followed this simple but essential advice, he might really have a bright future ahead of him... I'll keep my fingers crossed for you little buddy.

  • @roman14032
    @roman14032 8 лет назад +488

    can you imagine the amount of work it must take to play like this?
    i dont care how much talent you have
    no one plays like this automatically
    this guys busting his ass all day everyday

    • @AbdelhamidZekri91
      @AbdelhamidZekri91 8 лет назад +21

      +roman14032 Yup, He says he practices everyday, as being guitarist is his "job", I guess he plays over 6 or 7h daily ..

    • @roman14032
      @roman14032 8 лет назад +3

      ***** i gota get me some of that stuff

    • @garynewton3301
      @garynewton3301 8 лет назад +7

      +roman14032 To him....natural as breathing.

    • @Johncowk
      @Johncowk 8 лет назад +20

      Lifetime of experience, there is not secret. You can't come up with chords and ideas like those in one day

    • @musikman337
      @musikman337 7 лет назад

      +chris kozub kmsl!! it'll do it to you

  • @darrenwells2277
    @darrenwells2277 6 месяцев назад +21

    What I love most about watching Tommy play, is he looks like hes loving every minute of playing that beautiful music. Ive played guitar for years but not even close to half this guy's standard! Start watching videos of Tommy Emmanuel and you wont stop theyre so wonderful

  • @michaelsciortino5519
    @michaelsciortino5519 2 года назад +42

    Sunday morning. Sitting at the window, drinkining coffee. Listening to this and crying like a little girl. Beautiful stuff.

  • @scottym3
    @scottym3 3 года назад +143

    I'm 67, been playing since I was 15 and I can truly say, my E chord is almost as good as his. :)

    • @Dodger2879
      @Dodger2879 3 года назад +14

      Ha! Me too! Saw him in SanFrancisco. He broke a string, fixed it telling funny stories all the time...... Stretched it and picked up where he left off!
      A guy I'd love to have a beer with.

    • @rboaxx9065
      @rboaxx9065 3 года назад

      Yeah! It's a nice beginning... IoI

    • @newstart49
      @newstart49 3 года назад +8

      I'm 66 and been playing since I was 11. One of my strings sounds the same.

    • @rboaxx9065
      @rboaxx9065 3 года назад +2

      @@newstart49 IoI do you remember which one?

  • @pamelakieffer7922
    @pamelakieffer7922 4 года назад +85

    87 years old and love to hear this guy play in the evening.

  • @Ronald60202
    @Ronald60202 9 месяцев назад +23

    The stellar thing about his playing is the utter joy one can feel as he plays. It's a remarkable gift.

  • @nelsonx5326
    @nelsonx5326 9 месяцев назад +13

    My daughter took me to see him in NYC tonight. I just got home. He was a guitar wizard.

  • @tiffsaver
    @tiffsaver 3 года назад +280

    Those cascading, "harp-like" tones you did at the top literally blew me away... I've never heard anything like this played on a guitar recording, ever. I'm 74-years old, and I totally and completely agree with Andrew Foy's high praise of your playing. This is simply the greatest single interpretation of this song ever performed, and I've heard a few. So far I've listened to it about 100 times, and it constantly manages to inspire. Kudos.

    • @NytronX
      @NytronX 2 года назад +3

      Check out Chet Atkin's performance on song "Malaguena". He lifted this from Chet (which should be celebrated).

    • @jennylee7933
      @jennylee7933 2 года назад

      Wow say no more.

    • @GuitarSlinger2112
      @GuitarSlinger2112 2 года назад +2

      @@NytronX Dude. Been around a LOT longer than Chet.

    • @fixxxer602
      @fixxxer602 2 года назад +6

      Tap harmonics. They are hard to nail since it involves taping the string very delicately with your index and combine it with a pluck of your index. This guy does it like nothing all over the fretboard.

    • @matthewmedina3461
      @matthewmedina3461 2 года назад +4

      @@fixxxer602 I learned this piece. it isn't just tap harmonics but you need to alternate between harmonics and regular notes to create the cascading effect (in the intro he uses a tap harmonic with his thumb and index finger then uses his ring finger to play the alternate notes on the first and second strings)

  • @markschweitzer661
    @markschweitzer661 4 года назад +116

    His guitar is an extension of himself. It’s like an organ. Perfection.

    • @robertf6344
      @robertf6344 3 года назад +3

      Just like a master painter who can see all the colors, Tommy can see all the notes, notes I'd have never even thought of.

    • @stefanpolihronopoulos723
      @stefanpolihronopoulos723 2 года назад

      @@robertf6344 What a profound insight!

  • @smiles2243
    @smiles2243 2 года назад +32

    My mom sent this to me. When I was very little, she sang Somewhere Over The Rainbow to me so I would go to sleep. I'd always end up singing it with her. I love her so very much. She is always here for me.

  • @n1night635
    @n1night635 10 месяцев назад +35

    this might truly be one of the most heartfelt and beautiful arrangements of a piece of music I’ve ever seen. Everything Tommy does is pure magic ❤

  • @BryanrasonCa
    @BryanrasonCa 10 лет назад +29

    thank you for all the love you give Tommy... we all have nothing but love for you my brother.

  • @3sportdad
    @3sportdad 3 года назад +130

    I consider myself a well-adjusted adult male. My eyes were moist throughout this entire video. This is so beautiful there are NO words to describe it. The flourishes he adds can't even be described as gorgeous, because that's inadequate. You have to play his videos twice: once to watch him perform his magic, and a second time just to listen. And this must be played in its entirety, because if you think he's only going to perform this magic trick one way, you're in for a wonderful surprise. Or 10 surprises. The idea that that anybody "down" voted this video is merely a comment on our pathetic species. To anybody who appreciates music on any level, this guy is a gift.

    • @tg8603
      @tg8603 2 года назад +7

      We are a flawed species lol, Tommy confirms that we occasionally do magnificent things.

    • @bensutherland4428
      @bensutherland4428 2 года назад +2

      One of his inspirations as well as mine, and one of our shared old teachers, Don Andrews, contributed to his style... Don's style is much the same. I hope you're still around Don. You have a great student in Tommy... He took it to another level.

    • @tomrogers6639
      @tomrogers6639 Год назад

      Truth!

    • @mostesthighest
      @mostesthighest Год назад +1

      You said moist

    • @SstronggerX
      @SstronggerX Год назад +1

      The sounds in that guitar is like the heaven is angelical i don’t know 🎶🙏👏 woow

  • @gda2201
    @gda2201 Год назад +24

    The greatest alive acoustic guitarist! That’s all! ❤️

  • @markushollinger6502
    @markushollinger6502 2 дня назад +1

    Incredibly beautiful! Tommy's the man.

  • @1000000trs
    @1000000trs 5 лет назад +513

    When other guitarists play, we listen to their guitar: but when Tommy plays? - we listen to Tommy.

    • @lucaandre723
      @lucaandre723 5 лет назад +1

      Great meaning!

    • @DubberRucks
      @DubberRucks 5 лет назад +2

      Absolutely dude!

    • @paulsharkey6673
      @paulsharkey6673 5 лет назад +1

      Well said. I experience that when I play for people. It's the greatest feeling in the world. It's Divine. Anything you put 10,000 plus into, takes you to a different level.

    • @playbackvintagehifihunter9669
      @playbackvintagehifihunter9669 4 года назад +6

      You’re wrong. The Guitar listens to Tommy.

    • @Ma77riK
      @Ma77riK 4 года назад

      and tommy listened to chet.

  • @circioincurio326
    @circioincurio326 3 года назад +63

    The way guitar is meant to be played - fingerstyle, classical , and jazz. I'm a rock guitarist and anyone can learn to rock, but this is another level few can achieve.

    • @frederikandersen8402
      @frederikandersen8402 3 года назад

      Don't forget blues

    • @fabianb4893
      @fabianb4893 2 года назад

      @@frederikandersen8402 blues is for beginners to learn how to improvise and later (eventually) become a decent jazz musician xD Learn the pentatonic scales and you are good to go for blues.

    • @lukaskuipers7791
      @lukaskuipers7791 Год назад

      @@fabianb4893 then later on when you can actually play it becomes hard again to do it tastefully.

    • @fabianb4893
      @fabianb4893 Год назад +1

      @@lukaskuipers7791 yeah but this occurs to any types of music, my initial point stands, blues is simplistic even compared to rock.

    • @JohnnieCrazy
      @JohnnieCrazy Год назад

      True story

  • @ernestlafontaine4000
    @ernestlafontaine4000 Год назад +33

    Saw Tommy Emmanuel twice in concert he is definitely one of God’s greatest musical gifts to humanity…

  • @ryan_raus
    @ryan_raus Год назад +9

    I hope Chet Atkins was able to see you play this before he passed. Absolutely stunning.

    • @seanbayley7452
      @seanbayley7452 Год назад +1

      He payed with chet on a number of occasions and was anointed as a guiter god by chett himself haha or something along those lines of a guitar god which tommy wwould have loved as chett was his idol growing up and even as an adult.

  • @bendover566
    @bendover566 7 лет назад +112

    I'm 58 and have been playing the guitar 44 years now. I can count on one hand the number of times a guitarist has made me cry. Jeff Beck has brought me to tears (The Live at Ronnie Scott's show). I have only discovered Tommy Emmanuel about 3 years ago. I have been devouring his CDs and You Tube videos ever since. The man is probably the greatest acoustic player I have ever heard in my lifetime. He is SO far out there, with an incredible range of stylings from Chet Atkins-like stuff to aboriginal stuff that is "other-worldly". This version of "Rainbow" brought me to tears, which is no small feat. I mean the song has been covered to death by EVERYONE! This versions stands out, and is incredibly rich and moving in its chordal tonalities. Great job Tommy! Bravisimo!

    • @virtualreality8328
      @virtualreality8328 6 лет назад +1

      Ben Dover i taught him how to play.

    • @nezkeys79
      @nezkeys79 6 лет назад

      Well said. Have a listen to amazing grace to and angelina

    • @TheFitoruner
      @TheFitoruner 6 лет назад +1

      Completely agree with you. I've known Tommy very recently, and I'm impressed by the way he plays the guitar. I have always admired Knopfler, and his particular way of playing the guitar, making It talk. I recognize that the ability to make the guitar sings, with multiple nuances similar to the human voice, I have only seen in Tommy.

    • @tareefaires4766
      @tareefaires4766 6 лет назад

      Love this guy. I found out about him from when he played with Jesse Cook who is stellar too!

    • @cindyburke-hynes9492
      @cindyburke-hynes9492 6 лет назад

      What's your favorite song

  • @andrewfoy.
    @andrewfoy. 10 лет назад +2006

    I've seen sooo many covers of this song but this is by far the best ever. and congrats on 100,000 subs. You deserve a billion.

    • @mattmeo6316
      @mattmeo6316 10 лет назад +11

      nice! i noticed last week he as almost at 100000 and realized i never sub'd how silly of me. I think I was 99,826 lol

    • @brianwatson5631
      @brianwatson5631 6 лет назад +7

      Eva Cassidy’s makes me weep when I’ve had a few!

    • @TheDIDSBIAK
      @TheDIDSBIAK 6 лет назад +1

      Thanks for sharing this amazing cover of Eva. This is 1 of my favorites. You play this song as if all angels falll as rian of the sky.

    • @miketlane
      @miketlane 6 лет назад +6

      no Israel Kamakawiwo'ole is by far the best ever. this is good but doesn't hold up to His Uke

    • @Robil63
      @Robil63 6 лет назад +1

      DIDSBIAK R "Cover of Eva Cassidy". You're funny.

  • @rickcrawford5316
    @rickcrawford5316 9 месяцев назад +9

    Tommy's greatness is matched only by the feelings he has for the music; and his willingness to share those feelings with his audience is a god--given talent we should truly appreciate 🎉

  • @SmithSmithson1
    @SmithSmithson1 Год назад +14

    This has to be one of the greatest ever covers of all time. Outstanding guitar playing, beautiful exploitation of the full arsenal of guitar tricks. Tommy the GOAT!

  • @Stringman1950
    @Stringman1950 5 лет назад +166

    This man’s a gem. Always underrated; believe me, serious acoustic players awe him. He is what music looks like when you hear it. And, always the gentleman. Chet Atkins loved him.

    • @vinnothelizard
      @vinnothelizard 4 года назад

      He's a dickhead

    • @ajsbd3815
      @ajsbd3815 4 года назад +3

      THE DUKE. How?

    • @darwinrisdon7141
      @darwinrisdon7141 4 года назад +6

      @@vinnothelizard you have a serious personality management problem. Get your head checked.

    • @vinnothelizard
      @vinnothelizard 4 года назад

      @@darwinrisdon7141 and you're a MONGOL

    • @gesx6598
      @gesx6598 4 года назад +3

      Indeed a gentleman and good to his fans. He even gave me a hug. : )

  • @CamVille
    @CamVille 4 года назад +195

    1.5k Downvotes? I can't even comprehend that - unless it's from people who have no earthly idea how to play the guitar and they're jealous? This was an absolute masterpiece!

    • @clivejones8011
      @clivejones8011 4 года назад +8

      I was thinking exactly the same, this man is an absolute genius, I've been playing guitar for 45 years and I feel like a beginner in comparison

    • @matmobile1373
      @matmobile1373 4 года назад +12

      Only excuse is they have the sound off. And they're blind.
      I've listened to him play this so many times when I'm down and it ALWAYS brings my mood up and then I get lost in the genius of his playing.

    • @zacallen2520
      @zacallen2520 4 года назад +20

      Pure jealousy. Some people can’t stand someone having the amount of skill to be on this level.

    • @lukusthesaint3562
      @lukusthesaint3562 3 года назад +4

      everyone here is wrong, they're all misclicks :)

    • @MachineTube18
      @MachineTube18 3 года назад +4

      I'm PRETTY sure the dislikes are people with fat fingers haha

  • @con17guitar
    @con17guitar 9 месяцев назад +6

    I can’t tell you how many times I’ve watched this, but I can tell you that every time I watch this I get very emotional.

  • @RussG
    @RussG 2 года назад +22

    Tommy is a gift from God. The nuanced grace of his playing reveals his mastery of the instrument and the excruciating beauty of this song.

    • @davew5161
      @davew5161 2 года назад

      Listen to his Waltzing Matilda!

    • @johannamit4388
      @johannamit4388 Год назад

      I can't wait to die and be born again with this God given gift. I will be happy with half the gift.

    • @flatoutt1
      @flatoutt1 Год назад

      i believe we're all potentially a gift from god to humanity . tommy has found his gifting and worked his arse off to bless us .what an example of inspiration and hope for us all to find our gift and give it away to humanity out of our abundance .

  • @CaptEirikr
    @CaptEirikr 3 года назад +56

    I think the part that makes me happiest is that he almost can't help but sing along with it, even while he's being amazing on the fretboard.

  • @ventintothemic
    @ventintothemic 8 лет назад +24

    He might be the best guitar player in the world. What a privilege to be on the planet at the same time to see and hear him play.

    • @PetersJukebox
      @PetersJukebox 3 года назад +1

      I can only agree with you

    • @1974jrod
      @1974jrod 2 года назад

      He is the best acoustic guitar player without question. ruclips.net/video/qQhECkexmSI/видео.html

  • @Az2013ful
    @Az2013ful 2 года назад +11

    Truly, truly beautiful. When my elder cousin Kathey, (who was like a mother to me) passed away, I chose this video to post on her family's FB page. Whenever I hear Mr. Emmanuel play this song, I think of her. I miss her. I love her.

  • @KrasherJack
    @KrasherJack Год назад +7

    Speechless, utterly speechless, my jaw has hit the floor...

    • @Nicksonian
      @Nicksonian Год назад +1

      Don’t, it’s a scam

  • @superbad3591
    @superbad3591 9 лет назад +16

    People will be watching this video in 100 years time and be just as amazed as we are now

    • @trevorjones559
      @trevorjones559 9 лет назад +4

      I agree. This brand of music will last as long as earth is here. Because no matter how advanced we become, hard work and passion applied to something will bring forth true beauty.

  • @DJfractalflight
    @DJfractalflight 2 года назад +17

    Those intro harmonics are of themselves a rainbow painted at the fingertips of a master musician-Tommy Emmanuel.

  • @universalrandomizer405
    @universalrandomizer405 2 года назад +8

    Those harmonics in the intro are ANGELIC
    Didn't even think this was possible on a standard guitar

  • @rickcollins3341
    @rickcollins3341 Год назад +9

    Im an old man and this has always been my favorite song from my favorite movie and for me nothing will ever equal the scene of Judy singing it. That said this is my favorite instrumental version played with respect and sensitivity and a nod to Chet. Thankyou Tommy

  • @SarahLongfield
    @SarahLongfield 10 лет назад +274

    This is epic

  • @keyboardtek
    @keyboardtek 4 года назад +19

    I am a 65 year old Jazz pianist, and Tommy's sense of harmony just always blows me away.

  • @PaSTOR-D
    @PaSTOR-D 10 месяцев назад +5

    Stellar! Sounds like a "Grammy Award" presentation. Thank you so very much Mr. Arlen for your multi-style rendition. Keep up the good work. AMEN!

  • @steerpike50
    @steerpike50 Год назад +7

    Tommy you make my eyes cry and my heart sing , truly beautiful music. Thank you.

  • @AbirTarafdar
    @AbirTarafdar 8 лет назад +66

    I think it's safe to say Tommy knows his chords.

  • @jaehill7769
    @jaehill7769 4 года назад +25

    This reminds me of how indescribably beautiful it is to be alive right now.

  • @wd5jlr
    @wd5jlr Год назад +20

    Far and above, the most beautiful rendition of Over The Rainbow I have ever heard. Thank you Tommy.

  • @andre.1984
    @andre.1984 Год назад +6

    Tommy's mastery of the instrument and love for the music are just beautiful to watch and to listen.

  • @robertsadler1766
    @robertsadler1766 3 года назад +11

    Sheer genius. There's everyone else. . . and then there is Tommy Emmanuel -- the apex of acoustic guitar

  • @HototoManyGoats
    @HototoManyGoats 8 лет назад +31

    Who the balls would dislike this? His hands are literally a miracle.

    • @sammccue1359
      @sammccue1359 8 лет назад +6

      +King Matt ...My mom always said; "Some people's taste is all in their mouths."

    • @plumiegirl47
      @plumiegirl47 6 лет назад +3

      an untrained ear or just a negative person

  • @ericgendell8874
    @ericgendell8874 2 года назад +7

    Breathtaking playing, arangement and the level of skill playing artificial harmonics is second to none, including Lenny Breau who sort of invented the technique. Tommy plays at a stunning level of world class mastery.

  • @johannamit4388
    @johannamit4388 Год назад +9

    Absolutely brilliant. The greatest acoustic guitarists of all time. What a God given gift, in my next life hopefully.😄 I'm over the rainbow just listening to this.

  • @okzigeno
    @okzigeno 9 лет назад +132

    I just wish to play better than you someday, but today I can just practice :) Thanks for becoming inspiration for some us.

    • @IMightBeJesus69
      @IMightBeJesus69 9 лет назад +9

      Oh, youth. You try playing at 1/10th of Tommy's abilities, then we can talk.

    • @okzigeno
      @okzigeno 9 лет назад +49

      IMightBeJesus69 "We can talk" I'm sorry, at any moment I said i'm better than him, I could wish to be as good as him, but if some day I get it, should I stop there? Nop, If some day i become as good as him, i'll keep practising to be better yet! Talk whit you? Why would i like to talk whit you? you sound selfish and conceited, I don't like to talk whit this kind of people. So just let me keep practicing ;)

    • @Mikethebeaner12345
      @Mikethebeaner12345 9 лет назад +13

      Edgar Marcus best response my axe brother!

    • @user-kt4jr9uc6f
      @user-kt4jr9uc6f 9 лет назад +2

      im-possible

    • @okzigeno
      @okzigeno 9 лет назад +1

      이세현 possible, my friend n.n

  • @anthony-me1wu
    @anthony-me1wu 3 года назад +8

    Was blessed to meet him iand his band at a Warragul Chinese restaurant right before the show, we were the only 2 tables, I was with my mum and nan, I think i was 17, he was so gracious and kind. Very very special man and probably the greatest guitar player of players I've ever heard. Gem

    • @PowerRelaxation
      @PowerRelaxation 3 года назад

      soundcloud.com/user-522969505/lewis-clark-songs-tommy-emmanuel-edm-remix-by-dz

  • @seb_tv
    @seb_tv Год назад +5

    This is so profoundly genius...

  • @_jm0n3y8oo_
    @_jm0n3y8oo_ Год назад +12

    As a musician and songwriter it’s rare that I am moved to tears by just a guitar. What an absolutely incredible gift and to see the joy on your face and satisfaction was an added bonus

  • @lucaspires8833
    @lucaspires8833 9 лет назад +60

    Those 20 seconds of harmonics are more than all I know of guitar...

    • @Lui_Guitar
      @Lui_Guitar 9 лет назад +1

      Its true, Lucas!

    • @2012Fractal
      @2012Fractal 4 года назад +1

      it's unbelievable

    • @fredericovilar7289
      @fredericovilar7289 4 года назад

      That's not all, he does much more harmonics throughout the whole song hahah

    • @lucaspires8833
      @lucaspires8833 4 года назад

      @@fredericovilar7289 I know hahahahaha
      He`s amazing!

  • @countrysamurai
    @countrysamurai 8 лет назад +5

    I would love to hear what Harold Arlen would say about Tommy's rendition of this timeless classic.
    Tommy's mastery of the instrument has no peer.
    He moves me to tears on many of his songs, including this.
    A thing of beauty is a joy forever...thank you Mr. Emmanuel

  • @ShawnGuffey
    @ShawnGuffey 2 месяца назад +1

    When I have had the crappiest of work days, I walk into my home and turn on the big speakers and play this version of this song by this man.
    It makes everything better, IMMEDIATELY! ❤

  • @voiceofremembrance9310
    @voiceofremembrance9310 7 дней назад +1

    How many times have I heard Over the Rainbow? I couldn't begin to count; but this time, this time I wept.

  • @Cigarsnguitars
    @Cigarsnguitars 3 года назад +47

    The most melodic version I’ve ever heard played. Absolutely beautiful! Thank you Tommy for sharing your wonderful talent with the world. It does make it a little brighter.

  • @lundeimagesas2900
    @lundeimagesas2900 4 года назад +112

    I'm not going to lie. First time I heard this I laughed while crying like a child.

    • @GregoryStephenSchumacher
      @GregoryStephenSchumacher 4 года назад +2

      Me too!

    • @xyxoan1
      @xyxoan1 4 года назад +1

      Yep. I've been known to do that too.

    • @mseabs741
      @mseabs741 4 года назад +2

      I think T. Emmanuel's playing has that effect on a lot of people.

    • @tkreitler
      @tkreitler 3 года назад

      I've done that with a few TE songs. Also with Martin Taylor's "I Got Rythym" and more recently Molly Tuttle's "Take The Journey".

    • @msinger5340
      @msinger5340 3 года назад

      I get misty EVERY time I hear it. Especially live I needed a crying towel.

  • @salchaos
    @salchaos 10 месяцев назад +4

    Emmanuel is amazing. Nothing is beyond him. He is so perfect in his playing. Such great technique and tone and beautiful voicings.

  • @george1la
    @george1la 2 месяца назад +1

    Nothing like listening to a master guitar player with what has to be one of the finest guitars I have ever heard. It is so musical. No one can do what i heard without a fine instrument to make those musical sounds. It was extraordinary how the guitar sounds and what he knows to do with it. It is powerful and subtle.

  • @dannydoc1969
    @dannydoc1969 3 года назад +10

    I have watched this video a number of times, and as a really poor guitar player, I’ve marveled at Tommys technical skills, his harmonies, his mastery of every genre from country, classical, jazz and more. I’ve watched in awe at his synchronization between his right and left hands, and how he can simultaneously play the bass line, rhythm and lead. His melodic fantasies are genius, and the depth of feeling is bottomless.
    But now I just put on my headset, close my eyes, I don’t watch him play, as it distracts me from the sheer beauty of just listening to Tommy. He is a true gift to the planet.

  • @tansusinag8981
    @tansusinag8981 2 года назад +8

    Best one man orchestra I’ve ever seen 👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @scottk7515
    @scottk7515 2 года назад +11

    A musician this good doesn't "play an instrument" ... they take us to another realm. This is the first time I've experienced a guitar transcend "guitar" and bring such radiance and textured nuance as to feel it must be celestial in origin.

  • @willywilz
    @willywilz Год назад +7

    Watching and listening with tears of joy and marvelling at this unbelievable rendition of one of the most beautiful and emotional songs ever written .. thank you maestro 🌈🌈🌈

  • @the-gn2zn
    @the-gn2zn 8 лет назад +26

    I couldn't even play this well in my dreams. True story.

  • @diaress
    @diaress 4 года назад +43

    bruuuuhhh those harmonics are just insane

  • @philnicol8072
    @philnicol8072 Год назад +4

    *100/100* He's like wine. He gets better with age!
    *He has total control over of his guitar.*

    • @whynottalklikeapirat
      @whynottalklikeapirat Год назад

      Well - he is like the kind of wine that gets better with age. There are … other kinds as well …🤢

  • @margaretthorpe4828
    @margaretthorpe4828 6 месяцев назад +2

    Nothing, but nothing has ever struck me musically like this apart from Rachmaninov's 2nd Piano Concerto. Somewhere over the Rainbow is such a pure melody that any arrangements have to be way above average to enhance it. This, however, literally carries the soul over the rainbow, the clouds, through the warmth of sunlight, whirling through the air. It has moved me physically, literally changing my heart rate, in my soul, exhilarating. What a joy!

  • @CamKnoppMusic
    @CamKnoppMusic 3 года назад +5

    Its crazy how influential this guy has been on modern fingerstyle guitar. A living legend.

  • @henrydunn9420
    @henrydunn9420 9 лет назад +61

    Merle Travis is generally credited with starting this style playing. Along came Chet Atkins and took it to a whole new level. Then there was Tommy Emmanuel who took it even father. Tommy is not only a "Certified Guitar Player" but is a fantastic entertainer . I saw him perform live in Fort Myers, FL in March of 2015. I was about 10 feet from the stage so I could not only hear but see his every move. I thought I was dreaming. Made me want to go home a break both my guitars but I didn't. I did make up my mind to learn the boom chick method. Man it is tough and I have been playing 50 years. I've been trying for 3 months 3 and 4 times a day and every time I stop thinking about my thumb the dumb thing stops picking. I've heard it takes years just to become bad at it and I believe it so.

    • @tommyemmanuel
      @tommyemmanuel  9 лет назад +18

      Henry Dunn Please take a look at Tommy's Fingerstyle Milestones instructional set! We've had great feedback from players who swear that they never thought they would be able to fingerpick but was able to using those lessons. It was a labour of love, specifically made for people like you. Good luck! TE Admin

    • @henrydunn9420
      @henrydunn9420 9 лет назад +1

      Tommy Emmanuel

    • @henrydunn9420
      @henrydunn9420 9 лет назад +2

      Tommy Emmanuel I just purchased the set with the CD and download

    • @henrydunn9420
      @henrydunn9420 9 лет назад +3

      Tommy Emmanuel I've been going through Tommy's Fingerstyle Milestones set. I am up to video #35 and this morning it finally sunk in as to what I was supposed to be doing. One of my problems is that I have developed a LOT of bad habits trying to teach myself to finger-pick over the past 50 years and they are tough to break. But it is starting to make sense. I have a LOOOOOG way to go yet but I can now see the light thanks to Tommy's instructions. I purchased the download plus the DVD. I haven't received the DVD yet but it should be here any day
      If anyone is serious about learning Tommy's style I highly recommend they buy this.

    • @henrydunn9420
      @henrydunn9420 8 лет назад

      +Lars Olsen Hi Lars. I have found and watched a lot of the videos on RUclips. I even found a way to save on my computer some of the better videos so I can refer back to them. You can't do this with Google Chrome but the Firefox browser has an add-on that will allowing the saving of RUclips videos.
      The most help that I have had is with Tommy's "Fingerstyle Milestones" I am now up to about 45 videos out of 95. I am into the really hard part now and that is trying to pick with the first 3 fingers independent of the thumb. Two days ago I finally did it for the first time. But the next day I could NOT do it when I practiced that day. I finally gave up for the day, I just wasn't in the right frame of mind. A couple of times I've hit a wall so to speak and had to stop trying for a day or two. Then when I go back to what I was trying it finally sinks into my head and then into my fingers. I can't wait until I practice today as I practice 4 and sometimes 5 times a day.
      Granted there will only be one Tommy but this is something that I have always wanted to achieve ever since I bought my Gretsch Country Gentleman. I have always been a fan of Chet Atkins and Jerry Reed. The first time I ever heard of Tommy Emmanuel was when Chet Atkins mentioned his name on a record that I had of Chet and Les Paul. They were "clowning around" naming their favorite guitar players and Chet named Tommy. I thought at the time I had better check this guy out if Chet thinks that much of him.
      Some times it's very slow going but I feel I am making progress and having a ball doing it. So as long as my wife's ears can stand it it's onward and upwards. When I die they will probably have to pry my 1964 Silvertone Jaguar out of my hands so they can close the casket lid. I sold the Country Gentleman a long time ago and now down to only 2 guitars but my favorite is the 1964 Silvertone as that was my first electric I bought from my nephew in about 1967 for $50. It still to this day sounds great even with almost 70 year old arthritic fingers picking it... LOL

  • @angelashort1331
    @angelashort1331 Год назад +3

    This made my eyes leak , , thankyou for this beautiful man, Lord,

  • @wj878
    @wj878 2 года назад +3

    I’m a grown man 56 years old and this is so beautiful it makes me cry every time I listen.

  • @stevecoyle1
    @stevecoyle1 3 года назад +12

    Tommy is truly a gift from God.

  • @bfresh4208
    @bfresh4208 3 года назад +15

    You literally just painted a picture of a dream only seen through sound. Amazing is not grand enough of a word to describe your talent sir.

  • @davidbeard121
    @davidbeard121 Год назад +3

    If there is anything more remarkable than this performance, it is the shear love and joy Tommy pits into his music.

  • @rickrodrigues2219
    @rickrodrigues2219 2 года назад +1

    Chef Tommy puts the basic Over The Rainbow in the pot & adds all the seasoning...& spares none!
    Tasty...so tasty Tommy!

  • @leonryan8895
    @leonryan8895 9 лет назад +4

    Who cares about perfect technique when you have this much Soul!!!.... all you have to do is look and see how much he's enjoying this... to the point where he cant help but sing along... :)
    Its beautiful...... and his heart is poured into it.....
    Keep them coming Tommy.... They're amazing....
    (80 people have no soul!)

    • @BM-nl5jk
      @BM-nl5jk 9 лет назад

      Eighty-five people *
      Tommy best)

    • @manueltata808
      @manueltata808 9 лет назад

      Nice words mate😊

  • @Anonyhouse
    @Anonyhouse 9 лет назад +318

    I came here thinking this was a lesson, but after listening to Tommy I promptly smashed my guitar.

    • @Flochos
      @Flochos 8 лет назад +72

      +Anonymous I know you're joking, but Tommy would never ever want any body to do that. He just wants the world to love playing, no matter at what level. I'm a crap player and, at 71, I will be a crap player for the rest of my life, but he inspired me to keep on trying, no matter what. I get joy out of any tiny improvement.

    • @jacobbetz9657
      @jacobbetz9657 8 лет назад +5

      Even though some other people got offended and took what you said way too seriously, I think that was hilarious!

    • @ElJoca62
      @ElJoca62 8 лет назад +12

      +Anonymous Tommy would say : "buy a new one, and get to work".

    • @ElJoca62
      @ElJoca62 8 лет назад +1

      +Anonymous Tommy would say : "buy a new one, and get to work".

    • @Sinobe1
      @Sinobe1 8 лет назад +1

      +Anonymous Cant people see hes taking the piss..

  • @PooDotStinkPants
    @PooDotStinkPants Год назад +2

    All those other amazingly talented finger style guitarists you see online these days have this man to thank.

  • @dpicardi23
    @dpicardi23 2 года назад +5

    Amazing. And I love the “That’ll do.” Look of satisfaction Tommy gives at the end. Yes, yes it will.

  • @resr39
    @resr39 6 лет назад +9

    For several years, I earned a living playing guitar. In the guitar world, players could be rated fair, good, great, and utterly fantastic.
    Many people said that I was very good.
    In the opinion of this old musician, Tommy is fantastic.

  • @zahnderofficial
    @zahnderofficial 3 года назад +9

    It’s captivating to watch a musical instrument be brought to life. It has a celestial quality to it. Without Tommy, the guitar is nothing.

  • @MichaelBuetKESE
    @MichaelBuetKESE 4 месяца назад +1

    Perfect example of stellar talent × PRACTICE, PRACTICE AND PRACTICE, + even more practice!!!! Tommy is just the most magnification guitar player, ever!!

  • @johnwright5041
    @johnwright5041 5 месяцев назад +1

    ill never forget the time hearing this played at the iridium at les pauls long standing jazz gig. everyone including les was mesmerized. thanks so much for that.

  • @dant10299
    @dant10299 9 лет назад +117

    My Dad told me Santana is known as the best guitarist on Earth. I sent him this video to prove him wrong.

    • @jimmmmybrady
      @jimmmmybrady 9 лет назад +6

      I like that,GOD bless you.

    • @IbexGame
      @IbexGame 9 лет назад +18

      Santana :D???? He´s not even nearly one of the best.

    • @davidheald4362
      @davidheald4362 9 лет назад +4

      Santana really sucks

    • @redbud8480
      @redbud8480 9 лет назад +7

      Santana??? No way! Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton, Hendrix, Brian May, Eddie Van Halen, ALL are better than Santana in my opinion. I could name more. He's not even in my top 25.

    • @redbud8480
      @redbud8480 9 лет назад +5

      Let's not forget Stevie Ray Vaughn

  • @restdaycovers
    @restdaycovers 4 года назад +16

    where do i even begin. or where do i even end? this man is a walking legend. what is not visible in this 5 minute video is the dedication he has for the craft all his life. i tip my hat to you sir.

  • @roberthill9383
    @roberthill9383 2 года назад +6

    I've seen Tommy play this song several times and it always hits home every time, truly a great guitarist.

  • @step4798
    @step4798 5 месяцев назад +1

    Tommy, is surely one of the best out there!! Mesmerizing!!!!!!