Maybe they had Caller ID coyotestalker...

Seriously when in Rome do as the Romans do..If turkeys are very vocal,you can be very vocal,but when turkeys aren't in the mood,sometimes less is more.You can spend your time doin' the run and gun like I mostly do.Trying to find a hot tom,but if you are in a limited area or are after a specific bird.That is when your woodsmanship will come into play.Knowing what the birds like to do,what they like to eat,where they like dust,how they like to travel,where they roost.Interpreting sign,like tracks,scratching,droppings,etc...Well that's what seperates thehunters from the hungry.It will show your skill level when birds aren't talking.Once you figure out what birds like to do,just set up in their area,and do soft calling.He may pop up just like you said.You have to be on alert.That's how you take birds home when everyone else is scratching their heads.