Air Force Band of the Golden West brass ensemble brings holiday cheer to Gunfighters Published Dec. 24, 2009 MOUNTAIN HOME AIR FORCE BASE, Idaho -- Ryder Arderton, 2 years old, listens as members from the Air Force Band of the Golden West brass ensemble play Christmas carols at the base exchange Dec. 17. The band had a two day visit and played at various locations on base spreading the Christmas joy to all. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Deborah Lockhart)