Sara Jory

Damir Besic · Post by **Damir Besic** » 12 Oct 2017 8:38 pm

this has to be one of my favorite videos lol ...

https://youtu.be/JNaRMuPBhP0

Tony Prior · Post by **Tony Prior** » 13 Oct 2017 2:22 am

it's part of her show, it works,it's part of her entertainment thing. But lets remember that when Buddy did it , it wasn't from the mood of the music, it was likely he was really "out of the box" , maybe playing something he "just found " at that moment or perhaps he was going someplace he did not intend to ! Buddy didn't show emotion from his own licks or phrases, he showed a "reaction" TO his licks and phrases !

it's all good, Sarah is fine talent, always enjoyed her show.

Now Joe Wright...well , he's a whole new chapter ! Whatever you do don't try to "one up" verbally him in public !

Tim Russell · Post by **Tim Russell** » 13 Oct 2017 2:33 am

Damir Besic wrote:this has to be one of my favorite videos lol ...

https://youtu.be/JNaRMuPBhP0

Yep!

Charley Hill · Post by **Charley Hill** » 13 Oct 2017 7:51 am

Richard Sinkler wrote:
Brian Henry wrote:Sara is a great steel guitarist, but why all the constipation theatrics?
I thought this remark was terribly rude. You see players of many instruments make facial expressions while playing. This is overly abundant with rock players. Even in country you see a lot of this behavior, especially the newer country.

Lighten up.

I am with you Richard. There is no positive benefit from this post and consider it to be Bullying and Crass. It lacks positive substance!

I personally know Sarah and such derogatory comments are highly offensive. But, regardless if I know her or not, this is unsatisfactory, in my opinion.

Charley

Barry Blackwood · Post by **Barry Blackwood** » 13 Oct 2017 9:57 am

It's the old "cry wolf" syndrome. Guitar face been done to death until you can't tell whether it's real or not. At least her nails are clean...

Kevin Fix · Post by **Kevin Fix** » 13 Oct 2017 5:58 pm

Hey Damir, I bet I seen that You Tube clip a dozen times. One of my favorites also!!!

Scott Denniston · Post by **Scott Denniston** » 15 Oct 2017 5:19 am

I've had people approach me and say stuff like "I like the part where you went....." and they make some weird face. I was so into the music & didn't know I was doing that. Totally subconscious. But that's what I do.

Roger Rettig · Post by **Roger Rettig** » 15 Oct 2017 6:14 am

Please don't misunderstand this but I find the affectations (that's certainly what they are) to be disconcerting.

I think Sarah is an extremely accomplished player and one of the very best to ever come from my side of the Atlantic. I believe at some point she decided to add something to her performances and the histrionics started. She's a player that I'd far sooner listen to than watch.

She's still a great player, however.

Another master-musician who falls into the same category for me is Tommy Emmanuel. I simply can't watch him without becoming irritated despite his undeniable virtuosity. Like Sarah, I'd sooner listen than watch.

Buddy Emmons? That was totally different. He remained committed to what he was doing yet his sense of humor was always evident. Did you notice how, whenever a photographer would approach the stage, he'd give a broad smile even if he kept his head down as he did so. He was always in such control yet, when he did make a mistake, he'd share the joke with all of us.

Doug Beaumier · Post by **Doug Beaumier** » 15 Oct 2017 6:52 am

Roger, I agree with you 100%. There is a difference between natural expression and rock-star theatrics. I'll just leave it at that.

Roger Rettig · Post by **Roger Rettig** » 15 Oct 2017 7:21 am

Thanks, Doug. I expect a roasting from someone but your opinion is of value.

Ken Campbell · Post by **Ken Campbell** » 15 Oct 2017 7:24 am

Are we differentiating between contrivance and authenticity?

Roger Rettig · Post by **Roger Rettig** » 15 Oct 2017 7:32 am

I think so.

With Sarah and Tommy E. it's a contrivance. Why else would she lift her picking hand up in the air as she pushes a knee lever? I believe she's drawing attention the instrument's complexity (in case the Great Unwashed don't notice!)

Let me stress that both the players I've cited are, in their own way, the products of endless practice and dedication to their craft. They have my deep respect.

Dale Foreman · Post by **Dale Foreman** » 15 Oct 2017 7:37 am

I first met and heard Sara when she was 16 and she played and made the same faces then as she does now. Steel is her passion!! Enough said.

Ken Campbell · Post by **Ken Campbell** » 15 Oct 2017 8:20 am

Roger Rettig wrote:I think so.

With Sarah and Tommy E. it's a contrivance. Why else would she lift her picking hand up in the air as she pushes a knee lever? I believe she's drawing attention the instrument's complexity (in case the Great Unwashed don't notice!)

Let me stress that both the players I've cited are, in their own way, the products of endless practice and dedication to their craft. They have my deep respect.

I have the same respect.

Bob Ricker · Post by **Bob Ricker** » 15 Oct 2017 8:27 am

I think its tough to make it as an instrumentalist, anywhere.
I have heard her back in St. Louis and what impressed me was she would play interesting songs, no matter the expression, or stage wear or what ever.
I guess I am of that opinion with any instrumentalist, still it is personal taste. I was impressed with her song selection and capability.
I have a hard time at steel shows when I hear songs like "All of Me", "Steel Guitar Rag"..etc. Players like Tommy Dodd always made me take notice, he always plays something very musical. I remember a player at the Knoxville show, playing great traditional country which sounded incredible, great tone, then played a song like "Because" by the Dave Clark Five. I was impressed, I don't even know his name, think he was local, but he has stood out in my mind as a great and entertaining steel player in my mind for 20 years.

Ken Byng · Post by **Ken Byng** » 15 Oct 2017 11:28 am

Some of the comments on this thread are very (non-deliberately) humourous. As someone who spent a fair amount of time teaching Sarah to play in her younger years, all I will say is this. Enjoy her playing for what it is and ignore her facial expressions. They are an irrelevance.

Ken Byng · Post by **Ken Byng** » 15 Oct 2017 12:08 pm

Damir Besic wrote:this has to be one of my favorite videos lol ...

https://youtu.be/JNaRMuPBhP0

Me too Damir. The whole room comes to life when Buddy starts to play. The other musicians know that they are in the presence of greatness.

Jim Reynolds · Post by **Jim Reynolds** » 16 Oct 2017 7:09 am

Doug, I really love your work, and think you are up there with the best. Sara is a wonderful player, of so many instruments. I remember seeing Jimmy Day, in Germany, on tour with Ray Price. Night Life was a big hit for steel at that time. When Ray done this song, Jimmy made the facial expressions of every note he played. That was when I fell in love with the pedal steel guitar. I can't do it, not sure if it's just me, or I have to keep my mind on what I'm doing. I have enjoyed every comment in this section. Yes, Joe Wright is a real treat, and is a great guy.

Ken Byng · Post by **Ken Byng** » 16 Oct 2017 8:33 am

Can I quickly point out that her name is Sarah and not Sara as a few have written it.

Lynette Richards · Post by **Lynette Richards** » 16 Oct 2017 11:06 am

Well I think Sarah is Bad A$$. She is one of my favorites, and also a great friend. She is so talented on so many instruments, I bet it makes several people jealous that she can even do it with her eyes closed. It does me HAHA. The way I see it 95% or more of steel guitar players are shoved in a corner or the dark part of the stage, there are only a big handful I can think of that plays front and center and is the SHOW on a regular basis. So since she can't jump around and jump off speakers and all the other things that the main Artist does to give it life, I think she has found a way to do that from her guitar seat. I think it's Awesome!!

Mike Neer · Post by **Mike Neer** » 16 Oct 2017 11:11 am

Disappointed by some of these comments

Charley Hill · Post by **Charley Hill** » 16 Oct 2017 11:11 am

There must be Stiletto envy here .........She is bad to the bone and can out pick most, whilst wearing those Stilettos.

Plus, she's an alumni of BYNG Academy

Jim Reynolds · Post by **Jim Reynolds** » 16 Oct 2017 2:00 pm

Yes, your right Ken it is Sarah, but it is pronounced the same way. There are some of us, that are not the best typist to0. She is remarkable no matter how you spell her name.

Roger Rettig · Post by **Roger Rettig** » 16 Oct 2017 4:20 pm

It's getting to the point where one has to be careful of expressing an opinion on here.

I think she's a great player but I respectfully disagree with Ken when he says her presentation is 'an irrelevance'. It affects my enjoyment of her fine playing so, as is also the case with Mr Emmanuel, for me it is relevant.

No 'envy' here, just respect for her accomplishments.

Roger Rettig · Post by **Roger Rettig** » 16 Oct 2017 4:21 pm

Double-post.

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