“Golden Ticket” is a modern fiddle reel composed by Eric Merrill and featured on his 2004 album “The Western Star.” The tune has been recorded by multiple artists including Adrienne Young on her album “Art of Virtue,” where she credits Merrill as composer. Written in the key of G, it has gained popularity in old-time jam sessions and fiddle contests. The composition represents part of the “new old-time” repertoire – recently composed tunes that have become integrated into traditional sessions.