Many years ago, an Australian youngster named Tommy Emmanuel had a lofty and unlikely goal: to become a consummate fingerpicker, able to effortlessly navigate any style—blues, folk, jazz, rock, and so on—while mastering the art of songwriting and performing. Today he is that guitarist, although he’ll tell you he’s really “just the messenger.” If you play guitar, the message is that with a little talent and a ton of hard work and dedication, anything is possible—but only if you want it bad enough. At age 56, a time when many people are into a second career or are searching for what they really want to do, Emmanuel remains focused on what he’s been doing since age five. More than ever it’s a deep love for the guitar (or “weapon of mass construction,” as he calls it), the incredible power of music, and his delight in sharing it that keeps his motor running.
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