Annual Robbie Burns night celebrates Scottish culture with high energy and live performances

Despite being just months away from 90 years old, Cochrane remains as energetic and enthused as ever, and he remembers how it all started for him in Prince George.

“I was in the military and we started over in the Legion just over the way there, it was done mostly under the auspices of the Legion,” he said.

Cochrane says Robbie Burns night is a highlight of his year, and the chance to celebrate his culture means a lot to him. He spoke about what it means to be Scottish, and how the night helps keep tradition alive.

“I think it’s so they won’t forget us. We’re a very small country you know, we’re noisy, we’re quite forthright in our speech. We’re proud,” he said.

“We don’t hate the English by the way, we just dont bother with them too much,” he added with a laugh.

As for the PGSO, the chance to host such a special event is not only a great way to fundraise, but an awesome way to get the community together.

“It’s not just symphony supporters who are here, right? It’s people who are Scottish themselves, people who just like a good party, and it’s people who are traditional supporters of the Symphony. It’s also just so much fun to raise money in a way that brings joy to people,” said the PGSO’s Executive Director Ken Hall.

Robbie Burns’ night is celebrated all across the world, and the day celebrates his birthday, which is coming up on January 25. He will be turning 265 years old, and his work will continue to be one of Scotland’s proudest cultural accomplishments.

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by Tommy Osborne

Annual Robbie Burns night celebrates Scottish culture with high energy and live performances

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