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Welcome & Introduction
My name is Johnny Collington and through my love of playing the guitar and singing, I perform at Care/Respite Homes and Day Care Centres, across Edinburgh and the M8 corridor. My song list is Scottish, Irish and Country songs and I invite everyone to join in.

My Dad was diagnosed with dementia when he was 96 and what was amazing was how the music and singing old songs, connected us, right through to his final days.

See My Song List

Singup4 Scotland Burns Singalongs Edinburgh

I’ll be performing at the Fringe in 2026, with my SING-A-LONG Scotland show.

Please come along to the LifeCare Centre in in Stockbridge and join in, from Friday the 07th to Friday the 14th of August, from 3:00pm till 4:00pm.

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Johnny was featured as part of the BBC 1’s Breakfast Show Rise and Shine. Click the image below (of Johnny, his Dad Stan and Sean from Park Springs Care Home) to see the short video.

How did I get started?

This all began with me playing guitar and singing songs to my Dad, when he moved into a Care Home a few years ago. He recently passed away just 30 days short of his 100th birthday. My Dad was diagnosed with dementia when he was 96 and what was amazing was how the music and singing old songs, connected us, through his final days.

From initially just singing with my Dad, I began sharing our sessions with other residents and these quickly turned into social events where all the other residents joined in. It was fantastic to see their joy and personal connections to the music and songs.

I decided to take this further and now play at a variety of other Care/Respite Homes and Day Care Centres across Edinburgh and North Lanarkshire, singing songs from my song book of over 60 songs, which my audience members have added to. My show typically lasts 60 minutes and audience participation is welcomed.

See My Song List

Interested to find out more?

If you work or volunteer for a Care/Respite Home or Day Care Centre in Edinburgh or the M8 corridor and would like to talk with me about the possibility of organising a show for your residents/clients, then send me an email at johnny@singup4.com Please note, I do not charge to play and my time is subject to availability.

I can also support Burns Suppers by performing some of the Bard’s best-known songs, with the aim of encouraging audience participation. I also support St Andrew Day events by performing a Scottish set list.

I enjoy bringing people together for a fun session of music and singing. I love it!

Burns Suppers and St Andrews Celebrations

Thinking of adding something a wee bit different to your traditional Burns Supper?

How about introducing your guests to a sing-a-long version of ‘Green Grow the Rashes’, or singing all 5 verses of ‘Auld Lang Syne’ or sitting back and enjoying ‘Ae Fond Kiss’. Singing along to some of the Bard’s greatest songs will enhance any typical Burns Supper and the usual toasts.

Are you looking to arrange a St Andrews lunch or dinner celebration? I can come along and perform a short set showcasing some of the classics from Scotland, such as ‘Loch Lomond’, ‘Caledonia’, ‘Scotland the Brave’, ‘500 Miles’, to name but a few.

Get in touch to discuss your ideas and where I can help you make your Burns and/or St Andrews event even better.

Interested: Contact me

My email address is johnny@singup4.com.

I have chosen to support and fundraise for Alzheimer Scotland, the leading, national dementia charity in Scotland, as I do not charge to perform.

Donations are most welcome and can be made easily by clicking on this link and processing through my dedicated just giving page. All donations go directly to Alzheimer Scotland.

Donate to Alzheimer Scotland Here

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“Johnny makes a difference to my residents at Park Springs Care Home. He has them fully engaged with smiles, clapping hands, singing and dancing. The staff thoroughly enjoy the time spent and have so much fun with an afternoon with John. He’s just the best.”

Maryanne

Park Springs, Motherwell

“Hi Johnny – It was lovely to see you, I got some feedback after you left and they all said it was great. We are very interested in rebooking you and if we could make it regular thing even better! ”

Annie

Belgrave Care Home, Corstorphine

“Everyone afterwards said that they thoroughly enjoyed it and it was clear their spirits were lifted. Thank you again as always.”

Steven

Life Care, Stockbridge, Edinburgh

” We really appreciate you giving your time to us, it’s clearly apparent that you love doing these shows for the elderly and we at Murrayfield House find your enthusiasm contagious and would love to have you back on a monthly basis. “

Caroline

Murrayfield Care Home, Edinburgh

“Thanks Johnny,
The residents absolutely loved your performance, and I am happy to have you back.”

Morar Living

“Big thanks Johnny. Residents loved the show. See you soon. ”

Ange

Hilton Lodge Care Home, Haddington

“Hi Johnny – Thanks for coming Friday. The residents really enjoyed themselves. And that’s brilliant for November as you’re their favourite Scottish singer. “

Kim

Murrayfield Care Home, Edinburgh

“I spoke with the staff and members today. They said it went really well, I know one lady in particular took a shine to you :). Thank you and see you again soon.”

Jenny

The Murrayfield Centre, Edinburgh

“Thank you John, for coming and performing for the residents at Mission Place. We all love having you here and bringing joy to the residents with your Scottish and Country sing-a-longs.”

Tricia

Mission Place, Motherwell

“Happy Friday Johnny!
Thank you very much (once again) for your time and efforts on Wednesday – there was such a lovely buzz with the group.”

Lisa Moodie

Centre Manager, AlzScot