Bradford Carson stands out as one of the most extraordinary and versatile musicians in the Blue Ridge Mountains and in the east coast music scene. His remarkable ability to master multiple instruments and his deep understanding of musical theory make him a true virtuoso. Whether he’s strumming a soulful melody on his guitar, adding rhythmic complexity with his banjo, or infusing a performance with rich, harmonious vocals, Carson’s talent shines through effortlessly.

Bradford currently serves as the musical director/arranger for Brevard and Nashville recording artist Keturah Allgood and performs with her playing guitar, banjo, and mandolin.

Bradford’s love of music began when he was just 4 years old, singing and playing piano with his grandfather. Throughout his childhood he received many awards for musical performance until beginning his formal education at Musician’s Institute. He then studied at Longwood University, and Virginia Commonwealth University, learning from Charlie Kinzer, Corey Blake, Mike Ess, Doug Richards, Tony Martucci, and Jeff Sipe, among others. Bradford has taken the stage with many exceptional artists, including Grammy Award Winner Mike Ashworth (Steep Canyon Rangers), Multi-state banjo champion Mary Z.Cox, and Grammy Nominee Jeff Sipe (Aquarium Rescue Unit).

He has several self-produced albums and can be found on a variety of other recordings including Keturah Allgood’s latest award-winning album Shine and Brad Rudolph’s (Falling Waters Studio) latest album, EV-O-LU-TION, nominated for The Josie Awards Rock EP of the Year.

He also performs with Project Allman, Western North Carolina’s premier up and coming Allman Brothers Tribute band, led by David Cohen (Crushed Leaf Studios) and NBC, a progressive/funk rock power trio featuring Chirs Whitemire and Noel St. John.

Bradford is the ultimate team player on stage, understanding the complexities of arrangement with a master musicians mind. He is marked by an exceptional blend of technical skill and emotional depth. His versatility allows him to seamlessly transition between genres, offering audiences a dynamic and engaging experience. This also makes Bradford a most sought after collaborator on many musical projects.

Bradford believes music has the power to bring people together and shares Keturah’s passion for inspiring Love, Kindness, and Compassion.