Who do you expect to be at a guitar store or event? Some would probably expect teenagers and young adults who are either just learning how to play a musical instrument, looking to expand their instrument collection or, are in a small garage band.
But, many forget that there really isn’t an age limit to what one can have interest or skills in. One gone-viral incident at a music expo proved the latter when a woman, who can pass as a beautiful grandmother, picked up an electric guitar and surprised everyone when she performed an amazing guitar riff!
In the beginning of the video, I would only presume that the nice-looking woman with short hair, dangly earrings, and a dainty pearl necklace would be at a guitar expo with her children. This isn’t to say that people of her age or appearance cannot be into guitars themselves, it’s just a general assumption many of us would automatically make. But, then her strumming skills completely proved me wrong.
Shortly after beginning to play, the woman looks up and says, “It’s very nice, very nice,” in reference to the electric guitar she’s playing. Her comment tells me she has a lot of musical experience under her belt, especially with guitars (much more experience than I have ever had, which is close to nothing).
After Paula Jo Taylor’s incredible performance, people begin to cheer, which she definitely deserves. To be honest, I do wish she played for just a few moments more because she’s that good!
It turns out, the red-haired woman is the lead guitarist of a mother-daughter band, The Taylors Duo. Paula has skill and I’m happy she’s putting it to use.
Overall, watching Paula’s performance was amazing. She gave me another friendly reminder that when judging a book by its cover, there’s a big possibility that your presumptions are wrong. Regardless, I have a lot of respect for people who have the confidence to show off their interests and expertise despite what generalizations society tends to place on them.
Watch Paula rock out with the electric guitar in the video below! I know you’ll enjoy it just as much as I did.
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