Community Music School Benefit Concert honoring Tom McGuire

This annual event honors the late Tom McGuire’s passion for music and his dedication to children’s welfare. Tom was committed to building a better world through his philanthropy.

Featured Artist

Two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning NYC-based pianist and composer Taylor Eigsti started playing the piano when he was four years old. Growing up in Menlo Park, CA, Eigsti was quickly labeled a prodigy, and has since released 9 albums as a bandleader, in addition to appearing on over 80 albums as a sideman.

In February 2025, Eigsti won his second GRAMMY® Award for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album for his ninth album “Plot Armor” (2024, GroundUP Music), following a 2022 GRAMMY® Award win for his eighth album “Tree Falls” (2021, GSI Records) in the same category.

His career includes performances at world-renowned venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, and Lincoln Center, as well as collaborations with legendary artists across jazz, classical, and popular music. Eigsti’s journey, from early access to music education to global artistic recognition, underscores the mission of Community Music School and the lasting impact of nurturing young talent.

Guest Artist

Gabriela “Gabby” Marcano is a prominent Venezuelan singer and performer based in North Carolina, known for her contributions to the state's Latin music scene. Originally from Mérida, Venezuela, she specializes in rock, pop, R&B, and Venezuelan merengue. She began studying drums and singing at 14 years old, and participated in her first singing competition at 16, where she won first place. She later appeared on the television show, “Rugemanía” and Venezuela’s first reality tv show, “Estrellas de la Música.” In Venezuela, she formed part of the pop rock group, “Las Cherries”. You may listen to Gabby's music at https://www.youtube.com/@gabbymarcanomusic