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TrueFire, the premier online platform for guitar education, is thrilled to announce that its esteemed educator, Tommy Emmanuel, has been awarded a GRAMMY for “Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella” at last night’s prestigious ceremony. The award, a testament to Emmanuel’s extraordinary talent and dedication to music, was received for the arrangement of “Folsom Prison Blues,” a collaborative effort with John Carter Cash, Markus Illko, Janet Robin, and Roberto Luis Rodriguez, featuring The String Revolution.

Tommy Emmanuel, a guitar virtuoso known for his complex fingerstyle technique, has been a part of the TrueFire family for years, imparting his knowledge and skills to guitarists worldwide through our interactive online courses. His GRAMMY-winning arrangement of “Folsom Prison Blues,” originally by Johnny Cash, showcases not only his exceptional guitar skills but also his innovative approach to music.

The arrangement breathes new life into this classic song, blending various musical elements to create a unique and captivating sound. The collaborative effort led by Emmanuel and his peers is a shining example of the power of musical fusion and the heights it can reach – a philosophy that TrueFire strongly advocates in its educational approach.

“We are incredibly proud of Tommy and his remarkable achievement,” said Brad Wendkos, Founder of TrueFire. “This GRAMMY win is a testament to his genius as a musician and an educator. It also reflects the caliber of talent we have in our community at TrueFire. We are honored to have Tommy as part of our team, where he continues to inspire and educate guitar players around the world.”

Tommy Emmanuel’s courses on TrueFire, which range from fingerstyle techniques to explorations of musical genres, are a beacon for guitarists aspiring to enhance their skills. His latest GRAMMY win adds another layer of prestige to his already impressive career and serves as an inspiration to the TrueFire community and beyond.

TrueFire congratulates Tommy Emmanuel and his collaborators on this incredible achievement and looks forward to continuing to provide the best in guitar education to our global community of musicians.

For more information about Tommy Emmanuel’s courses and to join the community of guitarists learning from the best in the industry, visit Tommy Emmanuel’s educator profile on TrueFire.