The Musicians

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.

Previous events

Music at the Market

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Findlay Market, 1801 Race St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

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.

Richmond Summer Sunset Series

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HAYES ARBORETUM, 801 Elks Rd, Richmond, Indiana 47374

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/

Private Party

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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. :-)

Make Music Cincinnati Day! Bluegrass Still Duo

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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.

Jun18

Private Party

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Bluegrass Still Trio with Ben Sweeney at Muse Cafe

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Muse Cafe, 3018 Harrison Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45211

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.

Wild Carrot Trio at Summerfair

Coney Island, 7850 Five Mile Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45230

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.

Oct20

Music Room Concert with Wild Carrot

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

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