Brandt & Brenda combine their tight vocals with their solid instrumental work to produce genuine, heart-felt music with a warmth and familiarity that makes them feel like old friends.
Together, they have performed for over three decades with various bands, including Natural Bridge, Lonesome Night, Katie Lauer, The Comet Bluegrass All-stars, and Wild Carrot.
Brandt Smith - Banjo, Dobro, Guitar, Vocals
Back before his hair was graying - won the Indiana State Banjo Picking Contest. Since that time he’s woodshedded for countless hours on the dobro. He supports his skill on those two instruments with solid lead and harmony vocals.
Brenda Wolfersberger - String Bass, Guitar, Vocals
Classically trained on piano and bass, - was introduced by Brandt to bluegrass music in 1985. Since then, the bass bow mainly stays in the case! Brenda also sings lead and harmony vocal, and takes on the rhythm guitar when they play as a duet.
We'll be playing with Wild Carrot at Jane's! Findlay Market is the perfect venue to enjoy local music talent. Listen to your favorite Cincinnati-based bands as well as premier artists while you enjoy a crisp local beer or a delicious meal from a market vendor. Music at Findlay Market is programmed by Queen City Hemp.
The RSO Summer Sunset Series concludes with a return visit to Hayes Arboretum. Guests will enjoy a walking tour along a scenic trail through Hayes Arboretum. Wild Carrot & their Roots band, and five RSO musical groups will perform as guests enjoy a gentle one-mile walk. Spirits will be available for purchase. Rain date is Oct 8th. https://richmondsymphony.org/rso-sunset-series/
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Brandt and Brenda will be performing with Wild Carrot during this fun, outdoor event from 2-5pm. One set will be especially for kids. Please RSVP. https://www.lovesomestables.com/event-details/annual-pig-roast-and-fall-festival
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Clifton Plaza, 333 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, Cincinnati
Free Concert at the Clifton Plaza on Ludlow right across from Graeter's Ice Cream! Get your sweet treats and come listen to the music. Brandt and Brenda playing with Wild Carrot (Pam Temple and Spencer Funk).
Ask us about playing for YOUR next private party!
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Harmony Hill Vineyards, 2534 Swings Corner / Point Isabel Road, Bethel, OH 45106
Brandt and Brenda will join Wild Carrot as their Roots Band for a fun holiday treat at 'The Hill Center Stage' at Harmony Hill Vineyards. Bring your own picnic, as food is not available. It's all about Fun, Friends, and Fine Wine....and music, of course. :-)
Ask us about playing for your own Private Party!
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Ault Park - Pavillion/Concrete Plaza, 3600 Observatory Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45208
Make Music Cincinnati is part of Make Music Day, the global music celebration happening in over 1,000+ international cities. It’s a free, citywide, outdoor day of music held annually on the summer solstice, June 21. Brandt and Brenda are happy to be participating in this year's celebration. Show will be cancelled in case of rain.
Ask us about playing for YOUR next party!
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Batesville Memorial Public Library, 131 N Walnut St, Batesville, IN 47006
Brandt and Brenda make up the roots portion of "Wild Carrot and Their Roots Band" in the Reading Garden of the Batesville Library. 7-9. This is a free concert. Please BYOC (bring your own chairs).
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We're celebrating our first day back to performing LIVE MUSIC post-pandemic!
We will be playing outside by the tent at the Westwood Town Hall - Directly across the street from the Muse Cafe.
Enter the Cafe to place your order, and they will bring your food/drink to you.
Talented guitarist, Ben Sweeney, will be joining us.
Summerfair at Coney Island - Acoustic Stage (Acoustic Americana) Brandt and Brenda will be 2/3 of the Wild Carrot Trio - led by the inimitable Pam Temple. Come for the Music, but stay to see the work of 300 fine artists and craftspeople from around the country. Tickets can be purchased online in advance, parking included, at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summerfair-2021-tickets-149595136079
Day of tickets can be purchased at the gate for $10 CASH ONLY.
Bluegrass Still Duo will kick off this evening of Bluegrass hosted by Roger Bannister.
Pam Temple will join us for this this special Boo-grass evening as we bring out the scariest songs we know!
Music Room - Indianapolis
We will be joining Wild Carrot as their Roots Band at this long-awaited encore performance at the Music Room in Indianapolis. Social Hour begins at 6pm, Concert begins at 7pm. (Exact address is provided once tickets are purchased.) Space is limited so reserve your tickets now! https://www.reverbnation.com/show/23972687?utm_campaign=HTML5_ShowSchedule_Widget_Details&utm_content=show_details_link&utm_medium=widget
Bluegrass Still Trio with Pam Temple.
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