This Amazing Guitarist Grandpa Blew The Judges Away With His Electric Performance
Following an impressive audition tape, John Wines had the extraordinary opportunity to showcase his talent in front of television magnate Simon Cowell, supermodel Heidi Klum, celebrated actress Sofia Vergara, and renowned comedian Howie Mandel. The judges were so moved by his performance that they unanimously decided to advance him to the next round, as Mr. Wines reached the live semi-finals.
Reflecting on the experience, Mr. Wines admitted, “I’ve never been through anything so scary at all. Honestly, when I finished, it was sheer relief that it was over because you don’t know what to expect.”
The catalyst for Mr. Wines’ America’s Got Talent application was a heart-to-heart exchange with Maya, a 16-year-old student anxious about her own performance. In an effort to bolster her confidence, he recounted, “Look, you’ll be OK, don’t worry, I’ve seen this face a thousand times before.” Little did Maya know, this pep talk would inspire Mr. Wines to take his own advice and step into the spotlight.
Embracing the philosophy of empathizing with his students, Mr. Wines shared, “They say you should always put yourself in the shoes of your students, so that’s what I did.” His journey serves as a beacon of inspiration for young musicians battling stage fright.
Maya, initially unaware of her role in Mr. Wines’ decision, expressed her astonishment and pride: “I did not realize that he was inspired by me. It makes me feel like I can possibly inspire people to just go on stage and just do it.”
Mr. Wines’ performance on “America’s Got Talent” not only captivated the judges but also had the audience in rhythmic unison to his rendition of a Queen classic, catching Simon Cowell by surprise.
In real life, John Wines is a passionate guitar teacher from the UK, with years of experience in both teaching and performing. Having played in bands and now teaching guitar across three schools in Dorset, his musical journey took a thrilling turn as his guitar tutorials and covers began trending on social media platforms.