Sing the Songs of Matt McGinn with Katherine MacDougall
Sat 30 Jan · 13:30
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
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A workshop singing the children's songs of Matt McGinn occurs at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum on 30 January 2027. The event explores the legacy of the Glasgow-born songwriter for attendees aged 12 and over in Glasgow.
Join a workshop singing the famous children's songs of Matt McGinn.
Matt McGinn was a prolific songwriter who was born in Gallowgate, Glasgow in 1928 and was a huge part of the folk revival in the 1960's. He worked as a teacher but was also an actor, playwright and poet. He wrote songs throughout his life for adults and children alike and drew inspiration from his Glasgow upbringing. Some of his most famous children's songs are Jeely piece song, Skinny malinky long legs, Dundee ghost and the red yo yo. Sadly Matt McGinn passed away in 1977, aged just 49 but he has left a wealth of great songs and literature behind him. The workshop will be based around the children's songs of Matt McGinn for all ages.
This workshop will take place from 1:30pm to 3pm on Saturday 30 January.
Age restrictions: 12 years +
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Sing the Songs of Matt McGinn with Katherine MacDougall takes place on Saturday, 30 January 2027 at 13:30.
Sing the Songs of Matt McGinn with Katherine MacDougall is held at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum in Glasgow (695 Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8AG).
Tickets for Sing the Songs of Matt McGinn with Katherine MacDougall are priced at £12.32. Live prices and availability are shown on celticconnections.com.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Sing the Songs of Matt McGinn with Katherine MacDougall can be booked via celticconnections.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Sing the Songs of Matt McGinn with Katherine MacDougall
13:30
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum · Glasgow
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A workshop singing the children's songs of Matt McGinn occurs at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum on 30 January 2027. The event explores the legacy of the Glasgow-born songwriter for attendees aged 12 and over in Glasgow.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Join a workshop singing the famous children's songs of Matt McGinn.
Matt McGinn was a prolific songwriter who was born in Gallowgate, Glasgow in 1928 and was a huge part of the folk revival in the 1960's. He worked as a teacher but was also an actor, playwright and poet. He wrote songs throughout his life for adults and children alike and drew inspiration from his Glasgow upbringing. Some of his most famous children's songs are Jeely piece song, Skinny malinky long legs, Dundee ghost and the red yo yo. Sadly Matt McGinn passed away in 1977, aged just 49 but he has left a wealth of great songs and literature behind him. The workshop will be based around the children's songs of Matt McGinn for all ages.
This workshop will take place from 1:30pm to 3pm on Saturday 30 January.
Age restrictions: 12 years +
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. Searching near 695 Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8AG; check-in Saturday, 30 January 2027.
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When is Sing the Songs of Matt McGinn with Katherine MacDougall?
Sing the Songs of Matt McGinn with Katherine MacDougall takes place on Saturday, 30 January 2027 at 13:30.
Where is Sing the Songs of Matt McGinn with Katherine MacDougall taking place?
Sing the Songs of Matt McGinn with Katherine MacDougall is held at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum in Glasgow (695 Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8AG).
How much are tickets for Sing the Songs of Matt McGinn with Katherine MacDougall?
Tickets for Sing the Songs of Matt McGinn with Katherine MacDougall are priced at £12.32. Live prices and availability are shown on celticconnections.com.
Is there anywhere to stay near Sing the Songs of Matt McGinn with Katherine MacDougall?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Sing the Songs of Matt McGinn with Katherine MacDougall?
Tickets for Sing the Songs of Matt McGinn with Katherine MacDougall can be booked via celticconnections.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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