Tommy Emmanuel – 'Classical Gas' (live, 2011)
Here is some more Tommy Emmanuel.
"Classical Gas" is a 1968 composition by guitarist Mason Williams. Williams was the head writer for the Smothers Brothers television show when he wrote it, and the song premiered there.
Emmanuel's version first appeared on his 1995 album of the same name, and has since become a staple of his concert performances. The rendition below was recorded "live in the studio," in 2011. Having garnered more than 27,000,000 views, it has been something of a hit on YouTube.
If you want to hear more "Classical Gas," check out the reaction video by classical composer Doug Helvering. It includes both the 1968 Mason Williams original, and the 2011 cover by Emmanuel. Helvering is one of the more intelligent music reviewers on YouTube.
Tommy Emmanuel – Live at TEDx Melbourne (2013)
In this video, Emmanuel tells a bit about his life story, and reveals a few of the "tricks" behind his guitar technique.
