Bill still pulls out all the stops in 56 years at museum

A MUSICIAN has celebrated almost six decades of entertaining his audience with a special organ recital.

- By Richard Elias

Bill Hutcheson began playing at the Kelvingrove Art Gallery in Glasgow in October 1969.

As part of the city's 850th anniversary celebrations yesterday, a special recital was held to honour his remarkable contribution to its cultural life.

Since 2006, following the reopening of the gallery after a major refurbishment, he has performed regularly at the daily organ recitals.

The famous Kelvingrove Museum recital series, which holds the world record for the longest-running free daily organ recital, has been enjoyed by generations.

The Lord Provost of Glasgow, Jacqueline McLaren, presented Mr Hutcheson with a commemorative plate in recognition of his outstanding service.