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.
Tommy is the very best guitar picker in the world! Period! He shows us time and time again what makes him the best! Thank You (again) Tommy. We love you!
it’s incredible but i think there are two performances that are on the same level if not more breathtaking „Concerto de Aranjuez“ performed bye Paco de Lucia „Last Orders” Guthrie Govan (wirh the Aristocrats on the current tour where i was standing right in front of him) nevertheless - Tommys playing here is just mindblowing!
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.
actually, playing guitar is like an art. after an art has been painted some people can copy it. but the genius behind that art is one hell of a kind!. what i mean is Tommy's arrangement is like mona liza when it comes to art. it's priceless 👌
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.
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
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.
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.
I was born in 76 and first watched the Wizard of Oz at 4 years old. This song is dear to me and plucks at my heart strings like nothing else. Thanks Tommy for bringing me back to that time and those memories that come flooding in. This is by far the greatest interpretation of this piece. Blessings
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!
If you listen to the first minute of this without seeing the screen you really would think it was a harp. This is such a beautiful rendition of this song! Thank you so much for bringing such beauty into our lives.
Yep me too i dragged my jaw along the pavement all the way to car! And I've seen Paco De Lucia play in a cave in Andalucia but then they were good pals.
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...
I would state this we lost EVH this year October 2020 . Tommy is believe could give EVH a good run for his style . EVH was great but Tommy Emmanuel , above the best and will earn his right in any class of past musicians of exceptional talent , a top contender of his generation .
I used to go out to see bands in Sydney in the 1980s and one of my favourite bands was 'Goldrush' with Tommy Emmanuel. Even though I play classical guitar, Tommy will ALWAYS remain one of my favourite guitarists of all time (along with Wes Montgomery and George Benson) 😉
Incredible, beautifully sensitive transcription, as well as a perfectly tuned guitar, and unparalleled musicianship! You listen to this, and the notes just seem to float among the clouds on a perfect day.
This is absolute genius from Tommy Emmanuel. I've been playing guitar since 1959 and hearing Tommy makes me want to sell all of my guitars and become a ditch digger. LOL
Tommy just blows me away. I saw him live years ago in Bonita, CA. I will never forget watching his magic 15 ft away from my table. He is such a humble gentleman. The harmonics at 4:11 and 5:51 are mesmerizing.
😲📢 that is a great great rendition of this song!!! I have heard Stanley Jorden do this song live, but this song reminded me of it so much, the way he finger picks the strings... Absolutely 💯 % beautiful!!! I play guitar, got a 65 Fender Twin Reverb, and I hope I am 1/4 as good as this!!! I'm speechless and green with envy!!! 👍👌🙏🙏🙏✌️ Bravo my friend!!! 👏 Jeremy in Virginia Beach ⛱️
I bought this DVD "Music Gone Public" and it was just "Live from Centre Stage" in different wrapping. Which I also bought previously. That's a bit deceptive. Tommy is wonderful btw 💕
I am bewilderingly enlightened beyond intellectual comprehension of increasingly infinite expansion by sensing through the ears the carefully placed resounding sounds made by a myriad of strings, which adheres to and/or is not limited to, spatial dimension altering vibrations of resonating notes of alignment, and parallel prismatic brain shift-inducing chord compression. That was DELICIOUS. Thank you for this upload Tommy! This put a smile on my face
Tommy is amazing to a point i could’nt even imagine when i picked up a guitar for the first time. But a thing he also is, a brilliant showman. Sure his crowds are probably huge fans of his, but he not only plays the beautiful music we know and love, he looks out in to the audience and smiles at them and also feeling it and shows facial expressions and body language when playing the notes. Tommy Emmanuel is without a doubt one of a kind, and a huge inspiration, thanks Tommy for playing so much beautiful music with the sound of peacefulness.
Every single note, all the details, arrangements, dynamics, volume ocillations, are perfectly placed and played with so much taste and feeling, his by far one of the best.
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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.
after all these years, i still believe this is the highest performing level ever reached from a guitarist during a live show.
agreed 100%
Tommy is the very best guitar picker in the world! Period! He shows us time and time again what makes him the best! Thank You (again) Tommy. We love you!
it’s incredible but i think there are two performances that are on the same level if not more breathtaking
„Concerto de Aranjuez“ performed bye Paco de Lucia
„Last Orders” Guthrie Govan (wirh the Aristocrats on the current tour where i was standing right in front of him)
nevertheless - Tommys playing here is just mindblowing!
Bit of a superlative
There are great guitar players, awesome ones, phenomenal ones ....
And then there is Tommy Emmanuel.
MVP
Tommy, I hope you live for 1000 years. Your music is always such a joy. God bless you, man!
Amen brother
True that
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.
i noticed that. lovely. :)
i started to cry when I saw that - the power of music. Peace...everlasting peace
best guitarist who ever lived
its obvious at this point
roman14032 when it comes to Fingerstyle he's 'OK' I guess
yea, definitely ok
actually, playing guitar is like an art. after an art has been painted some people can copy it. but the genius behind that art is one hell of a kind!. what i mean is Tommy's arrangement is like mona liza when it comes to art. it's priceless 👌
He's as good as any living player, but investigate Django Reinhardt. Trust me on that.
@@Ofinfinitejest i had all of djangos records before i was 12
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.
This man is from another galaxy!!! No one on earth can play like that!!!! ;)
He's from somewhere over the rainbow
He's from the outback! Must be Australian aboriginal voodoo of some sort.
oui, pour moi aussi il est unique, un génie, un dieu de la guitare .....!!!!
look after for Fábio Lima...he is the Best guitar player of the Brazil. Sorry my terrible english
Sylvain Luc and Bireli can do it too !
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
Probably the best interpretation that exists today of this classical beauty.
Or maybe 2nd to Eva Cassidy.
we Aussies are very proud of this Aussie genius, sprung from Chet Atkins genius.
I wish he would live hundreds of years in good health.
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.
Goose bumps!
Legend has it, he can play a guitar... without touching a guitar
Tommy Emmanuel is a gift from GOD! The name Emmanuel you should learn what it means GOD bless .JESUS CHRIST is King
❤привет из Сибири🙏 доброго Ангела хранителя тебе❤
literally has to be the best guitarist in this galaxy
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.
If you go at end of the rainbow, you will see tom playing, this beautiful tune. .
I simply hope you could live longer than me, so I can listen to your music all my life. I'm 24 BTW.
People will spend generations to catch up to him..
I was born in 76 and first watched the Wizard of Oz at 4 years old. This song is dear to me and plucks at my heart strings like nothing else. Thanks Tommy for bringing me back to that time and those memories that come flooding in. This is by far the greatest interpretation of this piece.
Blessings
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!
If you listen to the first minute of this without seeing the screen you really would think it was a harp. This is such a beautiful rendition of this song! Thank you so much for bringing such beauty into our lives.
Unreal
Is he just amazing or what?
What 3 idiots pressed the thumbs down? Tommy is one of the best ever. It takes a live time of commitment to get that good!
Wade McDaniel
Don't be so hard on them, they were having a seizure from how amazing it is and misclicked. I'm sure they meant well.
He doesn't play music...he IS music in the flesh.
Tommy is just so incredible.
Best one man show that I have EVER experienced live!
Yep me too i dragged my jaw along the pavement all the way to car! And I've seen Paco De Lucia play in a cave in Andalucia but then they were good pals.
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...
you speak very well englishes
fightmeirl I'm not good at it....
최연석 힙내십셔
김대섭 감삼다!
Noby Dobnoby :)
Thanks from Russia!!!!Great!!!
I would state this we lost EVH this year October 2020 . Tommy is believe could give EVH a good run for his style . EVH was great but Tommy Emmanuel , above the best and will earn his right in any class of past musicians of exceptional talent , a top contender of his generation .
At points, it almost sounds like that 6 string guitar has more than 20 strings. I think that might be the most perfectly tuned guitar I've ever heard.
Brings tears
This just instantly takes me to a place of peace like nothing else 😌
I used to go out to see bands in Sydney in the 1980s and one of my favourite bands was 'Goldrush' with Tommy Emmanuel. Even though I play classical guitar, Tommy will ALWAYS remain one of my favourite guitarists of all time (along with Wes Montgomery and George Benson) 😉
How good were goldrush. Cactus you’re one of a kind.
this is what rock n roll sounds like, ladies and gentlemen~
Emoción,ŕitmo,sabiduría,belleza,virtuosismo.....maravilloso
Magic is oozing from Tommy's fingers. NOTHING SHORT OF PURE MAGIC.
Incredible, beautifully sensitive transcription, as well as a perfectly tuned guitar, and unparalleled musicianship! You listen to this, and the notes just seem to float among the clouds on a perfect day.
In these heartbreaking and difficult times, listening to your music again comforts my heart. thank you take care of yourself
Who in their right minds would put a thumbs down on Tommy, specially this dreamy number!
This is absolute genius from Tommy Emmanuel. I've been playing guitar since 1959 and hearing Tommy makes me want to sell all of my guitars and become a ditch digger. LOL
Tommy.... I just heard about your brother. I'm so sorry for your loss. What a fantastic player he was. He will be missed....... RIP Phil
A masterpiece, original.
woooowww.. hes from the rainbow.the melody ... join..him ..
Lovely , beautiful, Amazing ... Years of training,have marinated into a wonderful delight for the eyes and Ears.. Thank You .. Ireland.
I have no words.
Magnificent
Wooow.!!! What amazing transcription and interpretation aswel!!! Congrats, Tommy!!! Cheers from Brasil \O
Fabio Lima Brasil
Fabio Lima poxa Fabio bem que você poderia ensinar como fazer aqueles harmônicos cabulosos que ele faz no início em.
Fabio, thank you for your musical work! Greetings from Russia!
Tommy just blows me away. I saw him live years ago in Bonita, CA. I will never forget watching his magic 15 ft away from my table. He is such a humble gentleman. The harmonics at 4:11 and 5:51 are mesmerizing.
I was at this concert. He's fabulous.
If there is a better guitar player I haven’t heard him yet.
Tommy’s Maton guitars are them most happiest guitars in the world! Thank you for this wonderful sound!!
The word has not been created yet to describe Tommy
Man that boy can play
How wonderful was that?
God that was regal and beautiful!
I can only repeat what others have said. "Magic".
It boggles my mind, wondering how someone can, imagine, compose and perform something like this.
Not only is he technically superior. He’s also a great musician.❤
Your melodies are speechless sir, you're a true legend.I would be one of the luckiest guy if you take a glimpse at this comment.
There are good guitarists and there are great guitarist. And then there is Tommy Emmanuel. Wow. His guitar has notes on it that mine doesn't have!
You ripped my face off with this version of my favorite TE song !
Best version yet!
😲📢 that is a great great rendition of this song!!! I have heard Stanley Jorden do this song live, but this song reminded me of it so much, the way he finger picks the strings...
Absolutely 💯 % beautiful!!! I play guitar, got a 65 Fender Twin Reverb, and I hope I am 1/4 as good as this!!! I'm speechless and green with envy!!! 👍👌🙏🙏🙏✌️ Bravo my friend!!! 👏
Jeremy in Virginia Beach ⛱️
such an talented man...give this man a bells!
Just unbelievable! So melodious..... and what technique! Made my week! So glad I could witness pure magic. You are the greatest, Tommy 🙏
The Wonder from Down Under! 😷🎸
I bought this DVD "Music Gone Public" and it was just "Live from Centre Stage" in different wrapping. Which I also bought previously. That's a bit deceptive.
Tommy is wonderful btw 💕
Bravo. Best interpretation I have ever seen of "Somewhere Over The Rainbow". What an amazing guitar player ! . . . What a talent !
I am bewilderingly enlightened beyond intellectual comprehension of increasingly infinite expansion by sensing through the ears the carefully placed resounding sounds made by a myriad of strings, which adheres to and/or is not limited to, spatial dimension altering vibrations of resonating notes of alignment, and parallel prismatic brain shift-inducing chord compression. That was DELICIOUS. Thank you for this upload Tommy! This put a smile on my face
cool
So you like it, right??? LOL
What he said
This comment.
I think you need to go back to school to increase your vocabulary. LOL! But I couldn't have said it better myself.
I have never enjoyed hearing this song until now. AMAZING!!
Tommy is amazing to a point i could’nt even imagine when i picked up a guitar for the first time.
But a thing he also is, a brilliant showman. Sure his crowds are probably huge fans of his, but he not only plays the beautiful music we know and love, he looks out in to the audience and smiles at them and also feeling it and shows facial expressions and body language when playing the notes.
Tommy Emmanuel is without a doubt one of a kind, and a huge inspiration, thanks Tommy for playing so much beautiful music with the sound of peacefulness.
That what we call a Prelude! Wow! 🖤🖤🖤
Skill 50%
Style 51%
You are the man sir😊
He is the best.
Tommy's dynamics are absolutely insane, he's been my inspiration all my life playing guitar...
너무 좋아요💕 당신의 팬입니다😚
The greatest!
Every single note, all the details, arrangements, dynamics, volume ocillations, are perfectly placed and played with so much taste and feeling, his by far one of the best.
That was incredible.
❤спасибо🙏💕🙏💕🙏💕, привет из Сибири❤❤❤❤❤
I cannot find any words to tell how I'm happy with your songs.
True master
BEAUTIFUL PERFORMANCE TOMMY
Shivers down my spine...speechless !!!!!!!!!!
Très beau jeu en fingerpicking, un vrai délice ..
トミー、あなたは天才だ！いつも素晴らしい演奏を有難う！！ We all admire you.
Simply the best... in many senses
Oh my goodness. That gave me so much pleasure. Thanks, Tommy. X
Insanely good
My favorite guitar player. Thanks for posting.
Tommy is an AMAZING guitar player
Amazing talent
best player !👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
I missed the last time you were in Fresno, CA. I WON'T miss it next time!!!
Simply Brilliant.🎶🎶🎶
Awesome! Is not a musician he is a magician