Tommy Emmanuel

Friday, July 24, 2009 • 7:30 p.m.

"The greatest guitar player I've ever seen." —Eric Clapton

Two-time Grammy nominee Tommy Emmanuel's career has spanned over four decades. A household name in his native Australia, Tommy has garnered hundreds of thousands of loyal fans worldwide. His unique "finger style" playing is akin to playing guitar the way a pianist plays piano, using all ten fingers. Emmanuel's flair and unforgettable showmanship have created an enviable fan base that continues to grow every year. In 2008, he released a live CD/DVD Center Stage, recorded at the Sierra Nevada Brewery in Chico, California. Special guest TBA.

For more information, visit www.tommyemmanuel.com.

Chris Smither

"Smither is an American original, a product of the musical melting pot, and one of the absolute best singer-songwriters in the world." ~The Associated Press

After coming on the radar in 1970 with the well-received debut album I'm a Stranger Too!, guitarist and singer-songwriter Chris Smither has spent his career in a process of refinement, growth and discovery. His masterfultwelfth album Leave the Light On reflects his life's work, and throws in some new wrinkles that reflect where he's been and what he's encountered on his musical journey.

For more information, visit www.smither.com.