I wish BE would write his autobiography !

Larry Lenhart · Post by **Larry Lenhart** » 17 Mar 2003 1:56 pm

Wouldnt it be wonderfull to have Buddy write stories about his life. How he got started, his experiences on the road, his experiences in the studio, etc. etc. This would be a great documentary also on the evolution of the pedal steel. I know many of us would love to read such a book. It would be interesting to read about his contribution to the steel guitar and his insights on musicians that he has played with over the years. It would be a different perspective on music than what Ralph Emery or singers have written about over the years. Maybe some of you out there who are close to Buddy could convince him to do it.

David L. Donald · Post by **David L. Donald** » 17 Mar 2003 2:11 pm

Quick someone send him a hand held dictation machine and a bottle of JD!
( PS I hope he's not on the wagon for the 2nd)[This message was edited by David L. Donald on 17 March 2003 at 02:12 PM.]

Les Pierce · Post by **Les Pierce** » 17 Mar 2003 11:17 pm

I remember how much I enjoyed not only the lessons in playing, but the great stories in Tommy Tedesco's "For Guitar Players Only" book. I still keep it tucked away, and take it out when I want to remember Tommy, (may he rest in peace).

Buddy's book would be another one of those great books you would keep forever. I hope it happens.

Take care,

Les

Ernie Renn · Post by **Ernie Renn** » 18 Mar 2003 9:20 am

In the meantime you can read: BE Q&A

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Larry Bell · Post by **Larry Bell** » 18 Mar 2003 9:28 am

Hey Ernie,
Any clue when E will be back for 'Ask Buddy'?

I know it's time consuming, but it sure was great to have him around for our redundant, ridiculous questions.

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Dirk B · Post by **Dirk B** » 18 Mar 2003 9:36 am

This subject has come up before. I think we'd all love to see such a book.

Here's the working title I would use:
"Quest for tone: the life and times of Buddy Emmons".

(not that he's searching for tone, he's already found it. I just think that particular title has a nice "ring" to it).[This message was edited by Dirk B on 18 March 2003 at 02:52 PM.]

Drew Howard · Post by **Drew Howard** » 18 Mar 2003 2:27 pm

If I had the bucks and the gumption I would produce a video on the man. Kind of ridiculous that, with all of the instructional and biographical videos done by countless players, there is NOTHING on the living legend that are Buddy.

worth maybe $0.02,
Drew

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Ted Solesky · Post by **Ted Solesky** » 18 Mar 2003 10:30 pm

Hearing stories from on the road and sessions would be very interesting reading. And include some advice about session work etc.