A Nashville songwriter, a meaningful gift, and the piano that keeps inspiration close
Sara Bares is a multi-genre singer-songwriter based in Nashville, TN, signed to Warner Chappell Music.
Sara is known for poetic lyricism, unique and fresh melodies, and impactful collaboration. She specializes in acoustic guitar, vocal arrangements & harmonies and is also a co-producer and session vocalist. Sara has cuts with Karley Scott Collins, Caleb Hearn, Hudson Ingram, Nell Mescal, Leah Mason, Ashley Kutcher, and Carson Wallace, and she has a hand in upcoming projects with many more.
A graduate of Belmont University, Sara earned a double major in songwriting and music business while building early momentum in her career. During her time there, she was the inaugural songwriting intern at Songs & Daughters, founded by Nicolle Galyon, and won the 2021 Grammy U Songwriting Competition for her song “Not Built To Fly.” She was also featured in the 2022 ASCAP Showcase.
Beyond the credits and collaborations, this story is about something simpler.
What happens when the right piano becomes part of your daily creative life.
A Gift That Meant Something
Just before Christmas, Sara’s mother contacted us looking for a gift that would truly support her daughter’s path in music.
Not something temporary. Something lasting.
When she asked Sara what she wanted, the answer was consistent:
“Piano. Piano. Piano.”
Together, they spent time playing through different instruments, searching for the one that felt right. Not just visually or technically, but musically.
The Piano That Stood Out
Sara found the Pearl River EU122, a 48″ professional upright known for its warm tone and responsive touch.
For her, the decision came down to feel and sound, not specs.
I must admit, I don’t know a lot about the technical side of what makes a piano great. For me, it’s all about sonics and feel. It took all of five seconds for me to know this piano was the one based on how warm and enveloping the sound is.
She also connected deeply with the instrument’s responsiveness:
There is something so intimate about the sonics of it that I find the keys just bleeding inspiration.
A Piano at the Center of the Home
Today, the piano sits at the center of Sara’s living space.
Standing in the center wall of my living room, the piano is the first thing I see when I walk into the house. I often find myself inspired to sit down and play just at the sight of it, as the space now revolves around my Pearl River.
That proximity matters.
For a songwriter, inspiration is not scheduled. It happens in moments, and having the right instrument within reach makes all the difference.
A Tool for Real Creative Output
Sara primarily uses the piano for writing, where simplicity becomes a powerful creative tool.
I primarily use the piano as a means for writing. There’s a different kind of inspirational access point when I start writing a song stripped down to just my mind, my voice, and my instrument.
And in her line of work, consistency matters just as much as inspiration.
As a professional songwriter, I am writing between 150-200 songs per year. That kind of output makes staying inspired a challenge, so finding reliable sources of inspiration is key to remaining creative and staying in love with the craft.
That’s where the piano becomes more than just an instrument.
That’s why this piano is worth its weight in gold!
Why This Story Matters
Every player connects with an instrument differently.
Some focus on technical details. Others focus on feel, tone, and how the instrument fits into their daily life.
For Sara, it was immediate. The connection was clear within seconds.
For Sara, the connection was immediate. And since then, the piano has become part of her creative rhythm, a place where ideas start, evolve, and turn into finished songs.
Listen and Follow Sara
Experience the Piano That Inspired Her
The Pearl River EU122 offers the kind of warmth and responsiveness that supports both developing players and working professionals. We frequently have this model new in stock.
If you are looking for a piano that invites and inspires you to sit down and play, it is worth experiencing in person!
Visit our showroom or schedule a time to play.
