Johnny Mathis
concert reviews and tour history

I am so grateful to have heard the legendary Johnny Mathis backed by the fabulous Mancini Orchestra. Johnny is 81 and performs for the pure joy and standing ovation enthusiasm he receives after almost every song. A packed audience was shouting "We love you Johnny" at the now elderly and utterly adorable little bent man with the unmistakable voice. His cautious, teasing little body moves and attention to each section of the audience was perfect.
He entered onstage wearing a "Miami Vice" white jacket and to me was unrecognizable under his shoulder length gray hair and bent stance. When the orchestra started playing and Johnny sang "When I fall in love", it was magic. His voice has a mellowness to it that I prefer to his decades earlier recordings. His memory is spot on, as is his phrasing and breath control. He could definitely record and I hope he does. I hope he knows how much his audience took away from that last performance that will ( at least for me) be a cherished memory.

Johny still has it! Strong voice and great choice of songs. Brought back great memories for me. He was my mom’s favorite singer! Took my girls to share the joy!

Johnny Mathis is the BEST! I am so happy he came back to SF. I think of all the performers I have seen in my lifetime, and I have seen Johnny the most. I wish the concert could have been hours longer! I hope Johnny comes back to town soon. Johnny and I went to the same high school. I wish I could have been at Washington when he was there!