I have tears imagining the beauty of this concert you conveyed so well. And how wonderful you were included in the video! What an unforgettable night to share! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
I had the same reaction to a post of Johnny singing "How Do You Keep the Music Playing" for the last time - tears and a lot of emotional connection, which is what we all hope for as performers and audience members. He still sounded so beautiful. It must have been a thrill to be there. What a talent, and what a career. Thanks so much for sharing this. -Jenifer
Thank you for writing this. I saw Johnny in concert in January of last year. It was thrilling. He still had it all. What a talented, charming man. A true legend.
Liz, I'm so glad you and Dan and Nick were able to attend this final concert. I know you've spoken fondly of Johnny over the years and I remember how excited you were to sing with him. It's sad that he will not perform again, but what a legacy he has left behind. And how wonderful that the time you sang with him was a joyful moment over the years. Best to you all, Gabe
Thank you so much for sharing this personal and heartfelt commentary. As a young child I loved watching any show Johnny Mathis was on. Continued to follow him for years and adored him. Loved “Chances Are!” I’m so glad he shared his wonderful voice and being all these years, and I’m happy for you and your family that you were blessed to come full circle with him at that special performance.
Thanks for this Liz.I’m glad that you were able to experience this final concert. It must have been bittersweet. It will stay with you your whole life. Also loved your concert. You were never better which is a a major compliment
Tv. We definitely need a live CD from it . Safe travels.❤️❤️
What a fabulous event and so glad you and Dan and Nick were there to experience it! I love Johnny Mathis and his gorgeous voice. Thank you so much for sharing this event with us!!!
What a beautiful report of Johnny's last performance. I really felt like I was there with you. His final song, How Do You Keep The Music Playing, is one of my all-time favorite songs, and the perfect,Bud bittersweet, closing of this brilliant career. (I got tears in my eyes just reading this.)
My grandmother, Dorothy (Dolly) Richards, passed of dementia four years before my dad, and her youngest son, Joe. Shortly after Dad died, I read a beautiful series, "Fading into White," by Bob Massie, about his own father, Robert K. I know both of them, in fact, in large part, because of my love for Anastasia. Bob's parents, Robert and Suzanne, wrote "Nicholas & Alexandra," informed by Bob's and the family's challenges with Bob's hemophilia. It's bittersweet, I know. I'm biased, but September is a great month for birthdays 😁
I’m such a Johnny Mathis fan, I Love him.❤️ How lucky to spend time with Johnny on his last Performance. I saw Johnny in Las Robles, his 2nd to last Performance. It was Perfect, I have Never Seen Him Sing So Perfect! The one upsetting thing was I had my 2 dozen Red Roses 🌹 that I always bring Johnny. I decorate them with gorgeous ribbons, diamond pins in the middle of each rose. Jewels Everywhere! Also a personalized Teddy Bear, that said “I Love you Johnny, Liz”
Also a Framed Picture of Johnny about 20 years ago. They took everything from me! I’m sure there was No One younger than 60, what do they think 🤔 I’m going to do with my gifts to Johnny? I also wanted to share that I know his Violin 🎻 player, she goes to the same Church I go to. Just to know someone who knows Johnny just puts chills down my back. I miss Johnny So Much ❤️ I have Loved Johnny for 70 years, was always playing in my home. That was my Brother’s dating music. I got up at the concert and walked a little closer to Johnny, just to really see him well (even though I was in Orchestra seats) and Guards told me to go to my seat! The way this world is right now! Why can we not show Love. Johnny is a Saint🙏🏼 He will never be forgotten, always Loved.
I drove almost 1000 miles from Phoenix to Santa Rosa to see Johnny's concert a week earlier and he missed NOTHING! His humility and constant appreciation to audience and orchestra were heartwarming. Old school to the core, Johnny Mathis is the penultimate gentleman! A night to remember forever!
Liz, you lead such a wonderful life. How amazing to have attended and be included in Johnny’s final concert. I saw a couple of clips on Facebook and I wasn’t even tempted to watch them after your brilliant description of your experience. I personally have often said that I hope I don’t know when my last concert will be. In fact, it may have already happened; a little surgery and months of relearning how to sing will determine that. I wish you the very best in your upcoming concerts. I hope someday your agent can get you booked at the Weinberg Center in Frederick, MD. It’s a beautiful facility restored to its former beauty as a movie palace. I can assure you the dressing rooms are nothing to write home about, but many of us have survived them. Keep up your wonderful work!
I’m very ‘misty’eyed reading this wonderful description of the evening.It must have been amazing to be there. Thank you Liz. And for Saturday night too! ❤️❤️
I have tears imagining the beauty of this concert you conveyed so well. And how wonderful you were included in the video! What an unforgettable night to share! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Thank you, my sister!
What a beautiful post from your visit Sun eve. And thank you for the brief encounter in the lobby during intermission 😊
I can’t believe will never see John sing again.. but I will hopefully get to see you perform at some point in the future !!
Thank you, Deb. So nice to have had that moment with you at intermission.
I had the same reaction to a post of Johnny singing "How Do You Keep the Music Playing" for the last time - tears and a lot of emotional connection, which is what we all hope for as performers and audience members. He still sounded so beautiful. It must have been a thrill to be there. What a talent, and what a career. Thanks so much for sharing this. -Jenifer
Right? I can only hope I get to keep singing when I’m 89!
Thank you for writing this. I saw Johnny in concert in January of last year. It was thrilling. He still had it all. What a talented, charming man. A true legend.
Yes! Glad you got to see him, Gregg.
Liz, I'm so glad you and Dan and Nick were able to attend this final concert. I know you've spoken fondly of Johnny over the years and I remember how excited you were to sing with him. It's sad that he will not perform again, but what a legacy he has left behind. And how wonderful that the time you sang with him was a joyful moment over the years. Best to you all, Gabe
Thanks, Gabe. I feel so blessed to have had that moment.
Thank you so much for sharing this personal and heartfelt commentary. As a young child I loved watching any show Johnny Mathis was on. Continued to follow him for years and adored him. Loved “Chances Are!” I’m so glad he shared his wonderful voice and being all these years, and I’m happy for you and your family that you were blessed to come full circle with him at that special performance.
Did you get to speak to him?
All the best!
Thanks, Joan. I didn’t get to see him after the concert, but I hope to get together with him next time I’m on Los Angeles. (In between his golf games)
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Thanks for this Liz.I’m glad that you were able to experience this final concert. It must have been bittersweet. It will stay with you your whole life. Also loved your concert. You were never better which is a a major compliment
Tv. We definitely need a live CD from it . Safe travels.❤️❤️
Thanks, Mike! It was bittersweet, but mostly wonderful. As for the possibility of a Stephen Schwartz album, you never know!
From our lips to God’s ears❤️
What a fabulous event and so glad you and Dan and Nick were there to experience it! I love Johnny Mathis and his gorgeous voice. Thank you so much for sharing this event with us!!!
Thank you, Carol!
What a beautiful report of Johnny's last performance. I really felt like I was there with you. His final song, How Do You Keep The Music Playing, is one of my all-time favorite songs, and the perfect,Bud bittersweet, closing of this brilliant career. (I got tears in my eyes just reading this.)
Thanks, Deb. ❤️
My grandmother, Dorothy (Dolly) Richards, passed of dementia four years before my dad, and her youngest son, Joe. Shortly after Dad died, I read a beautiful series, "Fading into White," by Bob Massie, about his own father, Robert K. I know both of them, in fact, in large part, because of my love for Anastasia. Bob's parents, Robert and Suzanne, wrote "Nicholas & Alexandra," informed by Bob's and the family's challenges with Bob's hemophilia. It's bittersweet, I know. I'm biased, but September is a great month for birthdays 😁
September IS a great month for birthdays!
Liz,
I’m such a Johnny Mathis fan, I Love him.❤️ How lucky to spend time with Johnny on his last Performance. I saw Johnny in Las Robles, his 2nd to last Performance. It was Perfect, I have Never Seen Him Sing So Perfect! The one upsetting thing was I had my 2 dozen Red Roses 🌹 that I always bring Johnny. I decorate them with gorgeous ribbons, diamond pins in the middle of each rose. Jewels Everywhere! Also a personalized Teddy Bear, that said “I Love you Johnny, Liz”
Also a Framed Picture of Johnny about 20 years ago. They took everything from me! I’m sure there was No One younger than 60, what do they think 🤔 I’m going to do with my gifts to Johnny? I also wanted to share that I know his Violin 🎻 player, she goes to the same Church I go to. Just to know someone who knows Johnny just puts chills down my back. I miss Johnny So Much ❤️ I have Loved Johnny for 70 years, was always playing in my home. That was my Brother’s dating music. I got up at the concert and walked a little closer to Johnny, just to really see him well (even though I was in Orchestra seats) and Guards told me to go to my seat! The way this world is right now! Why can we not show Love. Johnny is a Saint🙏🏼 He will never be forgotten, always Loved.
Thank you Liz for Sharing.
My name is also Liz.
I drove almost 1000 miles from Phoenix to Santa Rosa to see Johnny's concert a week earlier and he missed NOTHING! His humility and constant appreciation to audience and orchestra were heartwarming. Old school to the core, Johnny Mathis is the penultimate gentleman! A night to remember forever!
Liz, you lead such a wonderful life. How amazing to have attended and be included in Johnny’s final concert. I saw a couple of clips on Facebook and I wasn’t even tempted to watch them after your brilliant description of your experience. I personally have often said that I hope I don’t know when my last concert will be. In fact, it may have already happened; a little surgery and months of relearning how to sing will determine that. I wish you the very best in your upcoming concerts. I hope someday your agent can get you booked at the Weinberg Center in Frederick, MD. It’s a beautiful facility restored to its former beauty as a movie palace. I can assure you the dressing rooms are nothing to write home about, but many of us have survived them. Keep up your wonderful work!
Oh, Jonathan, I wish you a speedy and complete recovery. You will sing again! And thanks for the venue recommendation.
Mari and I are so thankful you were there to experience it and write about it. How wonderful it must have been- Wonderful, Wonderful actually.
Thank you. It was truly was wonderful.
Very very nice. Thanks for this.
Thanks, Phil.
So glad you got to experience his last concert and really glad he went out strong. Have always been a fan of his (and yours). 🥰
Thanks, Michael! ❤️
I’m very ‘misty’eyed reading this wonderful description of the evening.It must have been amazing to be there. Thank you Liz. And for Saturday night too! ❤️❤️
Thanks, Laura! I so appreciate you and B. staying up late to watch the livestream.