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Topic: I think it's time once again to give Buddy,,,,,, |
Bobby Bowman
From:
Cypress, Texas, USA, R.I.P.
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 12:04 am |
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I think it's time once again to give Buddy Emmons a GREAT BIG THANK YOU for all that he's given of himself, his talent and his knowledge to all of us over the years,,,,about 57 years I think.
So, Buddy Gene,,,,,THANK YOU for everything and may God bless.  
BB
Bobby Bowman
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Ken Byng
From:
Southampton, England
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 1:18 am
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He's priceless.
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Show Pro D10 - amber (8+6), MSA D10 Legend XL Signature - redburst (9+6), Sho-Bud Pro 111 Custom (8+6), Emmons black Push-Pull D10 (8+5), Zum D10 (8x8), Hudson pedal resonator. Telonics TCA-500, Webb 614-E, |
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Fred Thompson
From:
Zephyrhills, FL
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 3:38 am
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AMEN 
Fred
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Hook Moore
From:
South Charleston,West Virginia
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john buffington
From:
Owasso OK - USA
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 4:32 am
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Long live "The Big E".
Thanks for all you have done for the world of steel guitar.
John Buffington |
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Tony Wilcox
From:
Humble, Texas USA
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 5:44 am
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Yes, thank you Buddy for always taking the time to share your knowledge and expertise.
Tony
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Tony Wilcox
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Charles Curtis
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 5:48 am
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| Thank you Buddy. Some of my most priceless CDs are the ones that I bought from Billy Coopers Music of you. And my most priceless guitar is the Emmons PP, that you had for a few years that Billy Cooper set up for you. What an axe!!! |
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Charles Curtis
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 6:02 am
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| Buddy, I don't believe that I'm ever going to go to Tn, the way this prostate cancer has gotten me down. If you're ever close to Maryland would you please let me know? I would love to have my picture taken with you if it's ok. |
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Cal Sharp
From:
the farm in Kornfield Kounty, TN
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Paul Crawford
From:
Orlando, Fl
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 6:54 am
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| A True Master. Thank you for showing us what is possible. |
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Ben Lawson
From:
Brooksville Florida
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 6:56 am
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Your right Cal. People that may not even know what a steel guitar is have at some time listened to and enjoyed Buddy's playing. I have always appreciated how intelligent and articulate he is. His dry sense of humor is great.
Buddy I hope you know what an influence you still are to so many people. |
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Larry Behm
From:
Mt Angel, Or 97362
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 8:45 am
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Add me to the list of Big E fans, he does it for me every time he plays.
Larry Behm |
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Jack Stoner
From:
Kansas City, MO
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 8:49 am
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| There are a lot of great and a couple super Pedal Steel Guitar players, but none will ever reach the plateau of Buddy. |
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Cliff Kane
From:
the late great golden state
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 9:00 am
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Thank you, Mr. Emmons!
For: the best playing, a great tuning set-up for both E9 and C6, great instructional material, and of course: the greatest guitar on the face of the earth: the amazing Emmons push-pull guitar! |
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Brett Lanier
From:
Madison, TN
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 9:23 am
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| Big thanks Buddy! After making a mix of tunes to listen to last night, I realized you were on every track. Roger Miller, Ray Price, John Hartford, and one of my favorites... "Emmons sings Bob Wills". |
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Steve Raulston
From:
U.S.A. (deceased)
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 11:10 am
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| A true "master" and surely the greatest and single most influence upon past, present and future generations of Pedal Steel Guitarists in the world! And for many years to come no doubt! IMO, the Ambassador of Pedal Steel. Thank you Buddy. |
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Jody Sanders
From:
Magnolia,Texas, R.I.P.
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 12:29 pm
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| The English language does not have the words it would take to describe the contributions Buddy has made to the steel guitar industry. Since the beginnig of time, individuals have came along, and in their chosen field of endeaver whether it be music, the arts, the sciences, medical, have left a mark on their chosen profession for future generations to enjoy. Buddy has most certainly left his mark on the steel guitar industry. Through his innovations, he has brought the steel guitar through the simplicty of traditional country music to the most intricate chord progressions of progressive jazz. So here is to THE BIG E,BUDDY EMMONS. Thanks Buddy for the ride. Love you man, Jody (aka the Big J). |
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Dave Grafe
From:
Hudson River Valley NY
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 1:11 pm
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| ...changed my life without even trying.... |
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Ray Minich
From:
Bradford, Pa. Frozen Tundra
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 2:34 pm
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Well, he impacted my dad's life tremendously with his artistry, and, as a result, me.
Thank you Big E!
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Lawyers are done: Emmons SD-10, 3 Dekleys including a D10, NV400, and lots of effects units to cover my clams... |
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David Nugent
From:
Gum Spring, Va.
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 3:02 pm
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| What remains to be said about Buddy Emmons and the countless contributions he has made to our favorite instrument that has not been said repeatedly over the last half century. Buddy Charleton once told me, "There will never be another Buddy Emmons!" I believe that sums it up quite nicely. Thank you so much for everything Mr. Emmons. |
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Jerry Tillman
From:
Florida
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 3:11 pm Thanks
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| I truly would not have played pedal steel if it were not for Mr.Emmons. |
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Sonny Priddy
From:
Elizabethtown, Kentucky, USA, R.I.P.
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 5:23 pm Buddy Emmons
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| I Have Known Buddy for years. Thanks Old Pal For Every Thing You have done For Us All. SONNY. |
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C Dixon
From:
Duluth, GA USA
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 5:38 pm
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| Jack Stoner wrote: |
| There are a lot of great and a couple super Pedal Steel Guitar players, but none will ever reach the plateau of Buddy. |
Amen and amen!
I have told this before, but it bears repeating I believe.
Many yrs ago, a noted British music critic (whose name escapes me now) made the following statement,
"Vladimir Horowitz is the GREATEST pianist, living OR dead!"
Whereupon he was taken to task by a young overzealous reporter; when he asked,
"Have you heard every pianist?"
The critic paused for a moment and then exclaimed,
"Perhaps my assessment of Mr Horiwitz was not at all inclusive enough, because I failed to include those yet unborn!"
Well, THAT is the way I feel about Buddy Emmons. I truly believe with ALL my heart, mind and soul that The big E is the greatest steel Guitarist who EVER lived; or EVER will live, BAR NONE (no pun intended )!
And I will boldly state, that IF Buddy's chosen instrument had been the piano, that noted British critic, just may have to have eaten crow! 
When anyone else learns it, Buddy has already forgotten it.
May Jesus continue to bless this man with talents that are ONLY possible from God,
c.
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Dickie Whitley
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Posted 2 Oct 2010 7:03 pm
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| ...my thanks as well Buddy. I doubt I would have ever started this journey before I heard you play. While what you play always seemed so effortless to me, I know you probably put in countless hours to make it that way. Thank you for the tunes, the instructional material, and for sharing your thoughts on this forum. It has made our world a better place for you being here. |
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CrowBear Schmitt
From:
Ariege, - PairO'knees, - France
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Posted 3 Oct 2010 12:30 am
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Thank you Buddy E for all you've done & the countless folks you got behind a steel guitar
You da Pope !  |
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