John Denver's mom coming to Branson
We're working on kicking up our Branson coverage here at the 417 Blog. Today's tidbit: John Denver's mom! Bet you didn't see that one coming, did you?
The lovely Mama Denver, named Erma Swope Deutschendorf, will attend the 10 a.m. performance of A Tribute To John Denver and Country Music Legends, a show at the Little Opry Theatre at the Branson IMAX Complex.
In all seriousness, we know there are a lot of folks out there who loved John Denver. If you'd like meet the woman who begat the legend, this is the show you'll want to see.
Full IMAX release follows.
Matt Lemmon, web editor
John Denver's Mother to Attend A Tribute to John Denver
Branson, Missouri – September 14, 2009 - John Denver's mother, Erma Swope Deutschendorf, the mother of American country music/folk singer-songwriter and folk rock musician, John Denver, will be in attendance of the Wednesday, September 16, 10 a.m. performance of A Tribute to John Denver and Country Music Legends at the Little Opry Theatre inside the IMAX Complex.
A Tribute to John Denver and Country Music Legends - join James Garrett as he pays tribute to his long time buddy John Denver and other country music legends. James Garrett plays John Denver songs we all know and love including “Rocky Mountain High” and “Leavin on a Jet Plane”. James Garrett shares stories of John Denver’s life and experiences from a first hand perspective.
Throughout the show the audience gains more insight on John Denver then any other show could provide due to James Garrett’s close friendship with John. Songs such as “Matthew” and “Grandma’s Feather Bed” are heard by the audience in a new way as the stories of their composition are shared. James Garrett was with two-time Grammy winning group, The Kendall’s, as lead male vocalist and rhythm guitar player. He has performed with Marie Osmond and the Osmond Brothers. James has toured with various artists, including Dolly Parton, Ricky Skaggs, and Glen Campbell. He stars in the award winning show “A Tribute to John Denver” which was awarded Branson Critic Editor’s Best Morning Show for 2007 & 2008.
Ms. Deutschendorf will be available to speak with media immediately after the performance, at approximately 12:30 p.m. Please contact Becky Blair, Director of Advertising, Marketing & Sales for proper arrangements.
