A Young Guitarist Meets His Hero

Watch a captivating 17-minute TED talk featuring a musical encounter between 21-year-old percussive guitar prodigy Usman Riaz and his idol, Preston Reed. Witness Riaz, who honed his skills by studying YouTube videos of his heroes, perform onstage at TEDGlobal 2012. Following Riaz's performance, experience a mesmerizing solo by Reed, the master of percussive guitar. The talk culminates in an impromptu jam session between the two talented guitarists, showcasing their remarkable skills and musical chemistry.