York RI Golden Rail Band is a non-contesting brass band based in central York, next to York Station
We are a versatile brass band and undertake a wide range of engagements, from bandstand concerts in parks and gardens across Yorkshire to playing for ceremonial occasions. We have earned a reputation for innovative and entertaining programming and have performed in prestigious venues including York Minster, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, York Barbican, Selby Abbey and the National Centre for Early Music (NCEM). We also love playing community concerts, whether it's a Christmas carol concert or to boost your local fete or fundraiser.
In 2024 Golden Rail Band celebrated its 40th anniversary. Find out more here and listen to our From the Bandroom concert on Chapel FM.
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A Not-So Silent Night: Brass meets Bargestra!
The most original gig of the festive season will be taking place in York on 12 December – an exciting new collaboration between two of York's long-standing community bands, York RI Golden Rail Band and Bargestra.
The brand-new pairing, which brings together 50 York musicians, unites the brass band tradition with high-energy grooves through a shared passion for accessible music-making in the heart of York.
A Not-So Silent Night is on Friday 12 December at Acomb WMC, Front Street, Acomb, York YO24 3BZ, starting at 8.00pm (doors open 7.30pm). Advance tickets £10 adults (with small booking fee); free to under-16s.
For more news about the Golden Rail Band, go to our News Archive. York RI Golden Rail Band, and York RI Development Band are constituent parts of York RI - a Charitable Incorporated Organisation, registration number 1165513