TOMMY EMMANUEL performs Leon Russell’s “This Masquerade,“ Impromptu Rendition

Acoustic guitarist Tommy Emmanuel performs Leon Russell’s “This Masquerade“ for the very first time in his career. With no practice, It was played at The Church Studio, Leon Russell’s former recording studio. This impromptu rendition was a charming tribute to Leon, honoring his extraordinary musical abilities in the church that he converted into a recording studio in 1972. “This Masquerade“ was written by Leon Russell. It was originally recorded in 1972 by Leon for his album Carney and as a B-side for the album’s hit single “Tight Rope“. The song was then covered on Helen Reddy’s 1972 album, “I Am Woman.“ It was then recorded by American vocal duo, the Carpenters, for their 1973 album “Now & Then“ and as the B-side of the Carpenters’s single “Please Mr. Postman“. Three years later, “This Masquerade“ was recorded by American singer and guitarist George Benson, who released it on his 1976 album, Breezin’. Benson’s version, featuring Jorge Dalto on piano, was released as a single and became the first big hit of