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Q703: Matt McGinn: an affectionate tribute to his music, his life and his times

3Ls Lunchtime Talks

Red Yo-Yo is a small group that delights in the songs, stories, and poetry of Matt McGinn. Join them for a celebration of the life and music of Glasgow singer-songwriter McGinn. Sit back and listen as Red Yo-Yo shows how McGinn’s songs are as relevant now as they were when they were written. Singalong as they take us through some of their favourite McGinn songs. Robbie Vennard started playing fiddle aged eight but graduated to the guitar because it was more acceptable in the days of Rock n Roll! Like John, he was first introduced to Matt McGinn’s music in the mid-sixties during the folk music revival. He sang and played in many of the folk clubs of the day where Matt also performed. Robbie still plays fiddle and also banjo and mandolin. John Cassidy, Matt’s storyteller, is a proud Glaswegian. A boilermaker to trade, and a college lecturer by necessity because there were few boiler shops left in which to earn a living, John is now retired. John first saw McGinn in the early sixties when he stumbled upon a folk concert on a dreich, winter’s night, but when he heard Matt’s songs his night brightened up. As an active trade unionist, McGinn’s songs have always resonated with him. This explains why he does all he can to keep the songs of Matt McGinn alive today.

This year’s Lunchtime Talks will take place online via Zoom Webinar. The link to the Zoom Webinar will be sent to you the day before the event.

Key Information

Tutor: Johnny Cassidy

Tue 16/03/2021
Meetings: 1

Tuesday (12.30 - 13.30)
online, online