A Stellar line-up of performers played, including the Jimmy Little Trio of Cyril Green, Doug Peters and Tony Green, Australia’s foremost pedal steel guitar player Kenny Kitching, Emma Hanna and Jimmy’s grandson James Henry Little.
The concert raised money for The Jimmy Little Foundation that promotes a healthier future for indigenous Australians.
Organiser of the event, Armidale local Cyril Green, was keen to see the good work done by his good mate Jimmy continue.
“We had a fantastic night, it really went well,” Mr Green said.
“A lot of people turned up, which was good, because I thought at one stage we weren’t going to get a lot but, as usual with Armidale, we ended up with a good crowd.
“Jimmy Little played a huge part in country music and the aboriginal community, he was a role model for our people because of what he achieved throughout his career.”
Jimmy Little, who died in April of this year, left a lasting legacy, establishing the Jimmy Little Foundation which raises health awareness within the aboriginal community.
“Buzz, Jimmy’s manager, wants the Jimmy Little Foundation to keep going,” said Cyril.
“The Foundation does a great job going all around Australia, not only helping aboriginal people but non-aboriginal people as well.
“It is there to help everyone and tonight has gone a long way towards achieving Jimmy’s legacy.”
