About Gay McIntyre
Lived 1933 – 2021 (aged 88). Gay McIntyre was an Irish musician.
George Albert "Gay" McIntyre (28 April 1933 – 27 October 2021) was an Irish jazz musician, based in Derry.
Early life McIntyre was born on 28 April 1933 in Ballybofey, Donegal, and as a teenager began performing with jazz bands in Donegal and Derry. His father, Willie, and his mother encouraged his interest in music and his father bought him a clarinet.
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Who was Gay McIntyre?
Irish jazz musician
When was Gay McIntyre born?
Gay McIntyre was born on 28 April 1933 in Ballybofey, County Donegal, Ireland.
When did Gay McIntyre die?
Gay McIntyre died on 27 October 2021 in Derry, Northern Ireland, River Foyle.
What was Gay McIntyre's occupation?
Gay McIntyre was a musician.
What nationality was Gay McIntyre?
Gay McIntyre was Irish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gay McIntyre. https://biography.guide/gay-mcintyre/
MLA: "Gay McIntyre." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gay-mcintyre/.
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