The NSW Railway Band
For over 100 years NSW railway bands have thrilled audiences with their big brass sound. From the NSW Railway Military Band formed in 1896 to the current NSW Railway Band, uniforms, band members and styles of music have fluctuated according to the current styles. In the past, all members were railway employees, but today players come from many walks of life and are all ages, including retirees. Currently the band is proudly under the patronage of the Governor of NSW, Professor Marie Bashir.
The NSW Railway Band plays to appreciative audiences at various events and venues including the Anzac Day March and memorial services, Steamfest and many CityRail railway stations during the festive season. It also plays regularly at Central Station on the last Tuesday of every month.
From swing, marches, light entertainment and show pieces, the band plays a wide variety of music. There is almost no genre of music they do not play.
Join in the fun
Are you musical and would you like to join a friendly band? The NSW Railway Band is always on the lookout for new players, whether they are intermediate, experienced musicians or enthusiastic amateurs. The band rehearses at Central Station, Sydney every Tuesday in the Bradfield room between 5.00pm and 7.00pm.
If you have free time and would like to join a band of music makers, phone one of the following or send an e-mail to nswrailwayband@y7mail.com.
| Role | Name | Number |
|---|---|---|
| President: | Charles Stoker | 0425 247 040 |
| Treasurer: | Ron Cox | 0407 399 323 |
| Secretary: | Nithila Smith | 0400 919 628 |
Let them entertain you
Is your business or organisation holding an event? The NSW Railway Band is a non-profit organisation and all players are volunteers who enjoy entertaining people. The band is available to perform at events for a nominal donation. All monies raised go back into the band to ensure future generations can appreciate their performances.