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If you haven't heard of Aussie Tommy Emmanuel, then you've been missing out on one of the best guitar players on the planet.

I had heard the name some time back, but never paid much attention until I saw him on some TV show a while back. I was completely blown away. This guy is astounding on the guitar.

One of the best performance pieces that I've ever heard on acoustic guitar was 'The Clap' by Steve Howe of 'Yes" fame. It's a techinally challenging piece to be sure. Well, I'd have to say that I was at least as impressed by what Tommy Emmanuel was playing, and that's saying a lot.

I really don't remember the name(s) of any tunes, but I do remember just sitting there with my mouth hanging open is disbelief.

Emmanuel has been playing professionally into his forth decade now, starting when he was 6 years old!! His site says he started playing the guitar at only 4 years of age.

Chet Atkins was one of the first players that made an impression upon Tommy Emmanuel, and in 1996 he was able to actually record with the master, Atkins. The production was 'The Day the Finger Pickers Took Over the World.' Emmanuel was to receive his first Grammy nomination for his effort on that CD.

As if just being able to record with his long time idol wasn't enough, Atkins gave the title of 'Certified Guitar Player' to Emmanuel. That's a label that he'd given to only three other guitarists. They were Jerry Reed, Steve Wariner and John Knowles. I'd say that's pretty good guitar pickin' company.

So, if you didn't know about Tommy Emmanuel...you do now. I'll list a few CDs under this post that you can look over. I guarantee you that this guy is a player that you must hear. I wish I had listened to him years ago when I first started hearing his name.

Center Stage List Price: $15.98 Sale Price: $10.41 Used From: $11.34 Average Rating:

Only List Price: $13.98 Sale Price: $12.98 Used From: $7.99 Average Rating:

Endless Road List Price: $13.98 Sale Price: $8.25 Used From: $10.55 Average Rating:

The Mystery List Price: $13.98 Sale Price: $9.00 Used From: $10.00 Average Rating:

Center Stage (Ac3 Dol) List Price: $16.98 Sale Price: $11.21 Used From: $10.50 Average Rating:

Tommy Emmanuel - Live at Her Majesty's Theatre List Price: $16.98 Sale Price: $11.24 Used From: $9.99 Average Rating:

Live One List Price: $27.49 Sale Price: $18.14 Used From: $19.34 Average Rating:

Mel Bay presents Tommy Emmanuel: Live at Sheldon Concert Hall List Price: $39.95 Sale Price: $25.45 Used From: $23.95 Average Rating:

The Day Finger Pickers Took Over the World List Price: $6.99 Sale Price: $3.43 Used From: $3.44 Average Rating:

The Very Best of Tommy Emmanuel List Price: $49.99 Sale Price: $11.18 Used From: $11.99 Average Rating:

Hey,

If you like building your own guitars, or would like to start, here's a great option for you.

J.C. Harper Luthier has just introduced a Buck Dharma signature model electric guitar kit. That's a picture of one of the guitars that was built from a kit. It's obviously looking good, and you know the quality is there because it's from J.C. Harper.

The guitar is handcrafted and made in the USA.

The guitar comes with no finish, except for the headstock.

Some of the features are:

If you're a Pink Floyd fan, and have lots of money, head over to the BuyOnceGiveTwice.com website and get ready to bid on what's sure to become a collectors piece that is highly valued.

The guitar being auctioned is 'only' a Mexican-made Stratocaster, but it's autographed by band members Roger Waters, David Gilmour, the late Richard Wright and Nick mason.

The guitar's finish has been designed by UK artist Gerald Scarfe, who worked closely with the band on the album and film of The Wall (1979).

The proceeds will go to benefit the homelessness charity 'Crisis.' If you've got a hefty bank account and want to get in on the bidding, click here to go to the BuyOnceGiveTwice website to register.

The winning bidder will also receive a Scarfe On The Wall Limited Edition Box Set. This comprises eight prints signed by Gerald Scarfe and an in-depth interview regarding the time when he created the illustrations for The Wall and the accompanying film.

Roger Waters has signed the accompanying "monograph" book which includes many early concept drawings for The Wall and a new interview with Scarfe. The monograph is accompanied by eight 16" by 20" prints of Scarfe's famed illustrations for The Wall, which includes three unseen works.

The boxset is also available to buy, in a limited run 300 pieces. At a run of only 300 pieces, I'm sure the box set is also going to be a highly valued collector's piece also...especially for us die hard Pink Floyd fans.