(From left) American musicians Joey Wengerd, Tony Memmel and Lesleigh Memmel were in town as part of the American Music Abroad programme. Photo: The Star/Faihan Ghani
One-handed guitarist Tony Memmel takes a roll of tape and tears off three pieces from it. He then deftly uses them to secure a guitar pick to the end of his left elbow.
Memmel is showing the audience how he builds his homemade cast before giving a special performance at the US Ambassador’s Residence. In less than a minute, he’s all set, strumming the guitar with gusto. The process seems simple and quick. However, during an interview with Star2, Memmel reveals it’s anything but.
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