One of the greatest guitar virtuosos of all time, Tommy Emmanuel gives 300 concerts a year, all around the world. In this video, he talks about how he developed his unique style, and the source of his inspiration as a young boy just learning guitar – he is completely self-taught. He demonstrates many of his inventive new techniques to coax completely new sounds from his guitar. He also comments about the universal appeal of music and how it can help to heal and soothe people with serious illnesses. It is well worth the time to watch, both to see and hear his amazing playing, and to hear him talk about how blessed he is to be able to make his living doing what he loves most.

My Life As A One-Man Band | Tommy Emmanuel | TEDxMelbourne