Jesse McGuire facts for kids
Jesse McGuire is an amazing American trumpeter born on August 29, 1958. He comes from Phoenix, Arizona. Jesse is especially famous for how beautifully he plays the Star Spangled Banner, which is the national anthem of the United States.
Jesse McGuire's Famous Performances
Jesse McGuire has performed the Star Spangled Banner for three U.S. presidents! He has also played it at many big sporting events. Imagine hearing him play at these exciting games:
- The 2000 Daytona 500 car race.
- The Duralube 500 at Phoenix International Raceway in 2001.
- Game 7 of the 2001 World Series baseball championship.
- A 2010 NBA Playoffs basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Phoenix Suns.
- A basketball game on January 30, 2012, featuring the Dallas Mavericks and the Phoenix Suns.
- A 2014 NFL Playoff football game between the Panthers and the 49ers.
- The 2018 Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Parade, celebrating their big win!
Jesse McGuire's Musical Journey
Jesse McGuire is not just a solo performer. He has also been a lead trumpeter for some very famous music groups. He was the main trumpeter for the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra in New York City. This orchestra is known for playing incredible jazz music.
He also played lead trumpet for the popular band Tower of Power. This band is famous for its energetic funk and soul music. Jesse has traveled all over the world, performing with many different artists. He toured with Tower of Power and also with the legendary jazz musician Wynton Marsalis.
