Tommy Emmanuel, CGP
Richard Thompson
The Theater at Innovation Square - Rochester, NY
May 1, 2025 | Show 7:30pm
TOMMY EMMANUEL
The GRAMMY award-winning and CGP (Certified Guitar Player) Tommy Emmanuel is widely regarded as one of the greatest acoustic guitarists of all time. Known for his jaw-dropping fingerstyle technique and infectious joy on stage, Tommy transforms every performance into a celebration of music’s power to uplift and connect. His solo shows feel like full band performances—melody, rhythm, and bass all flowing from one guitar, powered by pure heart. With recent collaborations on Accomplice Two featuring legends like Michael McDonald, Billy Strings, and Sierra Hull, plus a PBS special Accomplice LIVE!, Tommy continues to inspire audiences around the world. As he says, “I just want to be in the happiness business. I play music, and you get happy.”
RICHARD THOMPSON
Hailed by The Los Angeles Times as “the finest rock songwriter after Dylan and the best electric guitarist since Hendrix,” Richard Thompson is a towering figure in music. A co-founder of Fairport Convention, he helped invent British Folk Rock before launching a remarkable solo career spanning over 30 years. His accolades include an OBE from Queen Elizabeth II, a spot on Rolling Stone’s Top 100 Guitarists of All Time, and lifetime achievement honors from the BBC and Americana Music Association. Covered by artists from Bonnie Raitt to R.E.M., and known for timeless songs like “1952 Vincent Black Lightning,” Thompson’s legendary songwriting, searing guitar work, and wry stage presence continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
