Branson Christmas!

PURE JOY! Be sure to experience The Johnson Strings Christmas show this November and December! Listening to strings at Christmas - what could be more fitting for the season?

Come see this family of 8 award-winning musicians and vocalists cut loose in a fun-filled Christmas show that will steal your heart! Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass, Piano, Mandolin, Banjo, and Vocals! Enjoy amazing cookies and brownies made from scratch by our in-house chef!
***Call 417-231-2420 for tickets!***
At the historic Majestic Steaks building theater- 2849 Gretna Rd. behind the Tanger Outlet Mall in Branson, MO. Click here to purchase tickets: http://www.thejohnsonstrings.com/purchase-tickets/ 

Sit back and relax during special renditions the Hallelujah Chorus and the Nutcracker. Clap along to banjo and mandolin on Jingle Bells and see trick fiddling on The Orange Blossom Special. Experience a stirring patriotic tribute and then listen to the celestial sounds of What Child is This, done in a way you've never seen before! See four people play one grand piano (that's 40 fingers on only 88 keys), and then listen to Silas sing O Holy Night. That's only the beginning! We'd love to see you at our Branson Show! The Johnson Strings Christmas!

We're on Trip Advisor!

***We are on Trip Advisor!*** If you have been to one of our shows or performances and enjoyed it, we would be SO grateful if you could give us a 5 star review! That would really help us out! Thank you!

🎻Click the link: https://www.tripadvisor.com/UserReviewEdit-g44160-d12547903-The_Johnson_Strings-Branson_Missouri.html

Happy Anniversary, Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar!

So honored to have these two celebrities come out to our Johnson Strings Show to celebrate their anniversary! Wishing you an amazing next year of your life together, Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar!

Thank You!

*THANK YOU* FOR YOUR AMAZING RESPONSE! We’re excited to be starting our 5th week of shows in Branson! Looking forward to an EXCITING rest of the year right here! 
Here is what people have been saying about THE JOHNSON STRINGS… On TRIP ADVISOR: 

“The first song we saw these people perform locked them into being our favorite musical group ever!” -Dale P

“Unbelievable. The talent overflows. Creative takes on old favorites, exciting, hard to believe they are new. Must see show.” -Fritz B

“A must see for true music lovers! What a wonderful musical experience by an amazingly talented family. While we love the traditional Branson shows, this one is special. To put together a night of excellent strings, sharing all genre of music, made this a very special night out. If you truly love MUSIC, do yourself a favor and make reservations now.” -Forrest B

“Excellent Entertainment. Went with a friend, I normally wouldn't think to book a show with violins, cellos, a big bass and a grand piano. But I'll admit this was a superb show! An extremely talented family, no doubt about it. I'll definitely go back to see this show.” -Rich G

“Johnson Family is Fantastic. This is is the most multi-talented family i have ever seen or heard.They are superb musicians and vocalist. This is a must see show. Looking forward to their Christmas show also.” -Marv C

...And that is just the word from a few people! Stop in at the Majestic behind the Tanger Outlet Mall at 2849 Gretna Rd. Branson, MO to see for yourself!
Call 417-231-2420 or 319-983-9127 for tickets!

More Great Crowds!

We had more amazing crowds last weekend!!! We can hardly believe we've been doing shows for 4 weeks now! It is great to now have Branson Missouri as our home. Be sure to come out and enjoy a show by The Johnson Strings!

Sold Out Show!

Throwback Thursday!

Throwback Thursday - all of our theater remodels are now finished and we're finally open!

Moving in our Grand Piano! Those babies are heavy!!! No theater is complete without one and Abigail's grand piano makes our new Branson theater feel even more like home. #SoThankfulForElevators

This is from a few weeks back when we were putting up our signs on our theater.

Good Morning Ozarks Radio

On the RADIO! We were so excited to do an hour-long radio interview on Good Morning Ozarks KLFC radio! Thank you to all those that listened on air!

Concessions and a Cousin!

Thank you to our cousin for running our concessions stand during our opening weekend of Branson shows! She did a great job selling all the gourmet popcorn, ice cream, Karen's homemade Silky Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes, her yummy Caramel Toffee Cupcakes, and her Chocolate Chip Cookies!

Playing on TV!

***Super excited to be featured on KY3 TV*** playing a little music and talking about our new Branson family music show! Thank you for all the calls you all made to reserve tickets for our show! The Johnson Strings Box Office: 417-231-2420 www.TheJohnsonStrings.com

We're Opening a Theater in Branson!

It's official! We are opening a theater in BRANSON, Missouri! Excitement is at an all-time high as we prepare to start off this season with a bang! After years of touring on the road and traveling to perform for our wonderful fans in person, it's time for a new adventure. Right now we are putting the final touches on our incredible theater remodel project, and rehearsing for our dynamic debut show in Branson! 
Our SHOW opens Thursday, JUNE 8th at 7:30 pm at the Majestic! Tickets become available for purchase on May 12 at 1:00 pm!
More info at our website: www.TheJohnsonStrings.com

WorldFest Houston Film Festival

BREAKING NEWS! Our music videos Carol of the Bells and Life is Hard each won the prestigious REMI GOLD award in their category at Worldfest Houston film festival!

You may have noticed that it's been a little quiet on social media these last couple of months. BIG and EXCITING plans are in the works, so stay tuned for a MAJOR announcement tomorrow!

Guatemala Report!

The iconic landmark of Antigua!

Our Guatemalan concert tour last month was unforgettable in so many ways! Pictures can’t communicate the love, friendship, hospitality and sacrifice that was extended to us by these dear people – now friends.  Our team leader, missionary TJ Hanken with Resourcing NOW, was a phenomenal partner to work with. We were so grateful for his knowledge of the country, language, and customs, not to mention his incredible driving and navigation skills as we bumped all over the country, from mountain switchbacks to inner city backroads. We did 20 performances in 11 days, and though almost half of us came down with a really nasty sickness from bacteria, we didn’t miss a single concert! We praise God for His protection, provision, answered prayers, and undeserved blessings that were evident on every side!

Relive the journey with us through these snapshots captured along the way

The view from our last host home in Guatemala City. So many wonderful people that love the Lord in every corner of the country!

Look before you enter this two way street or you might end up making an unexpected new aquaintance up close!

Silas and a new friend after our concert at this boy's school.

Special thanks to Pastor Manuel (pictured here with the team and his daughter Bella)! It was a joy to get to know you.

We so appreciated our translator, Stanley Romero. From introducing us to candied whole figs and teaching us a little Spanish, to translating our concerts, we had a great time together!

Backing into a church courtyard to unload. Our team leader, TJ Hanken, was a master of maneurvering into tight spaces.

The Guatemalan churches were delighted to share their music with us in return! Here Laura was invited up to try her hand with the marimba ensemble!

Setting up for a concert (at Pastor Manuel’s church) for kids sponsored through the Compassion International program. This concert was near and dear to us, as we have sponsored kids through Compassion for years. It was really neat to hear firsthand of the impact made for Christ through this ministry.

The church choirs were such a blessing as they sung from the heart in praise to the Lord.

Dad introduces a fellow acoustic bassist to his electric bass!

Things they don’t teach you in driver’s ed: what to do when a petroleum truck starts rolling back towards you.

Fresh goat milk - milked on the spot while you wait!

A popular mode of transportation. Cyclists would zip in and around traffic trying to "thread the needle" through the traffic jams. 

The kids were so precious!

Abigail giving a masterclass at a music conservatory.

Messing around having a blast! We didn't speak Spanish, but we still found ways to communicate and laugh together!

Cobblestone streets. Just be sure to skip the high heels!

Street view

"Brake break"...pulled over to check navigation and give our hot 'n' soft brakes a chance to cool off from all the mountain driving.

Reality in the jungle – praying our gas doesn’t run out as we travel to yet another concert.

Assisting TJ with setting up his thousands of books for distribution at the Intermissions Conference! Check out Resourcing NOW on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ResourcingNow 

Visiting with the dear ladies that prepared one of our meals. The Guatemalans were so generous and treated us like royalty.

Delicious Rosa de Jamaica tea!

His church was surrounded by fields of coffee beans that are harvested by hand.

When the laundromat choices are a self-service  “sink-o-mat” at the hotel or the local “rock-n-river" options...

Nothing like waking up to an incredible view!

So many smiles even though the power failed periodically during this concert!

Sharing God's truth.

Stunning beauty on one hand...

Bridge out! Looks like a detour is in order. Thankfully we did find our concert venue - a soccer field with five churches waiting for us!

A country church we performed in.

The hotel parrot thought TJ was tasty, but maybe a mite too tough...

We were able to snatch a few moments this morning, down on the docks of Panajachel, to film a few shots for a music video!

Morning jungle hike at the Quetzal Bird Sanctuary.

Homemade tortillas!

We were grateful for everyone who kept us fed. Out in the jungle where we often performed, there aren't fast food options available. 

This pastor had puppies!

This church will always be memorable to me, holding the record (for now) of the most howling (from canine voices) that has ever serenaded us!

A cool treat between concerts on a warm day in Central America.

New friends

The ruins of a cathedral that was destroyed by earthquake. 

but great need everywhere.

We were so touched by the testimony of the gentleman in the green. He found a baby that had been left in a field to die, and he and his wife have adopted and are raising that child as their own.

Backyard farming!

A man in traditional Mayan dress.

Dogs were everywhere! This one is napping outside our hotel.

Hanging out at the Guatemalan airport as we wait for our flight home. Boy, were we ever glad we got there early, as the line soon stretched all the way to the double doors! 

Adios, Guatemala, till next time!

Preparing for Takeoff This Month!

In just a few days we will walk through this airport as a family - bound for Guatemala! (The picture is from this summer when Karen flew out to VA for a string intensive program.) We ask for your prayers for this trip. We're excited to see what the Lord has in store!

Accepted to Film Festival!

We're pleased to announce that our music video, Life is Hard, has been accepted to the Christian Worldview Film Festival in San Antonio, TX! We've performed at this festival twice, and always appreciate enjoying a weekend of Christian movies and bumping shoulders with friends in the film making industry!
Currently this video is exclusively available on our DVD "House of the Johnson Strings".