Friends of the late Doric doyen, Robbie Shepherd MBE, say they are “simply overwhelmed” by the response to an upcoming concert which has already raised £100,000 in his name. “A Toast tae Robbie Shepherd” will take place at His Majesty’s Theatre in Aberdeen on Sunday, October 20 to an already packed house – but it’s not too late for fans of the veteran broadcaster to show their support. Robert Lovie, a great friend of the late broadcaster has been heading up the concert project.
“The team have been simply overwhelmed by folks’ kindness and support of the event,” he said. “Just the simple mention of Robbie’s good name has been enough to bring an outpouring of generosity.” Robbie’s legacy to live on As well as paying tribute to, and celebrating Robbie, proceeds from the sale of concert tickets are to kick off a legacy fund.
With more than 1,000 tickets already sold, and donations mounting up, £100,000 has already been raised. A growing total which Robert says has gone “way beyond expectations”. ‘Robbie will always have a place in our hearts’ Robbie, who aged 87, was a household name in Aberdeen and beyond thanks to his dulcet Doric tones gracing the BBC airwaves over many years.
A celebrated entertainer and champion of traditional music, Scots language, dance and his beloved Highland Games, the concert will showcase “the finest talent” and feature friends of the self-acclaimed “Dunecht Loon”. “Our greatest tribute to Robbie will be.