Tommy first started playing the guitar at the tender age of four. The first tune he learnt to play was "Guitar Boogie" by Arthur Smith. He was inspired by American guitarist Chet Atkins and greatly admired Hank B. Marvin of The Shadows.
Tommy Emmanuel not only is a very accomplished guitarist, but also plays drums and sings.It is difficult to categorise Tommy in one particular style of music, Jazz, Classical, Rock, Country, his multi faceted repertoire has enabled him to move around the music scene with ease.