At Concert Artists Guild (CAG), we believe that extraordinary musicians deserve the opportunity to build extraordinary careers—and that everyone deserves access to the transformative power of live music! For more than 75 years, CAG has supported emerging soloists, ensembles, conductors, and composers with the management, mentorship, performance opportunities, and career development they need to thrive both on and beyond the stage.
As an Official TCS New York City Marathon Charity Partner, we are able to bring that mission into a new arena, uniting a community of passionate runners with a shared commitment to making a lasting impact. Through this partnership, runners help fuel CAG’s work to expand access to live classical music, invest in the next generation of artists, and bring music into communities where it can make the greatest difference.
Join us and support CAG for the Long Run!
Meet Our Runners
Luke Haight
Luke Haight is a music industry professional and saxophonist originally from Michigan, now working in live music and touring in New York City. He is an Agent Assistant at THE•TEAM (formerly Wasserman), where he helps build tours and support major artists across the music industry.
Before joining THE•TEAM, Luke spent two years at Concert Artists Guild as Head of Booking & Artist Manager. A lifelong musician and GRAMMYU member, Luke is thrilled to represent CAG for his first-ever marathon, supporting the organization that helped launch his dream career in music.
Briana Severson
Briana Severson is a first-time marathoner who is “doing it scared.” A single mom to a 2-year-old born on marathon day 2023, she currently lives in Brooklyn and serves as the CMO of Zola by day, while spending her nights learning piano (and now, training).
Briana has spent most of her life involved with the performing arts and is deeply passionate about providing opportunities to artists, so is thrilled to be running in support of CAG.
Evan Bianchi
As a lifelong pianist and supporter of the arts, Evan Bianchi could not be more thrilled to run this year’s NYC Marathon with the inaugural Team CAG! Evan grew up in Maine and has lived in NYC since 2019. He currently resides on the UES with his wife, his son (a human toddler), and his daughter (a chihuahua mix).
When he’s not spending time with his family or hobbling through training runs, Evan is an attorney at Spiro Harrison & Nelson, where he litigates appeals and complex trial matters across the country. Evan is grateful to run for CAG and looks forward to seeing you on race day—and at a CAG concert, too!
Ken Rudofski
Ken Rudofski is a runner and musician whose passions intersect in movement, rhythm, and community. Having already completed five Abbott World Marathon Majors, Ken is fired up to add another of the Majors to his list later this year—this time with even greater purpose as he runs NYC for CAG alongside Luke and his other CAG teammates.
The anticipation of racing through the five boroughs fuels his marathon training, for which he draws heavily upon the same discipline and focus that shaped his years as a trumpet player in bands, including the University of Michigan Marching Band. Beyond his strong interest in running and music, Ken is also known for his work with inventors, artists, and other creators in the field of intellectual property law.
“I’m running for Concert Artists Guild (CAG) because I truly believe in the power of music to inspire and unite people together.
As a saxophonist and music lover myself, I believe it’s more important than ever to support organizations like CAG who dedicate so much time and effort into supporting the future of the music and entertainment industry.”
- Luke H. committed 2026 TCS NYC Marathon Fundraiser for CAG
About The TCS New York City Marathon
The TCS New York City Marathon is one of the city’s most anticipated and iconic annual sporting events, attracting runners and spectators of all backgrounds, ages, and abilities from around the world. More than 50,000 runners are expected.
“The TCS New York City Marathon is one of the most exciting days of the year and thanks to our incredible charity partners it is also one of the most impactful and purposeful sporting events in the world,” said Christine Burke, Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, NYRR.
The NYRR Official Charity Partner Program offers an opportunity for nonprofit organizations to raise funds to support their missions and services. Participating charities can offer guaranteed entry to runners who fundraise on their behalf.
Since its inception in 2006, the TCS New York City Marathon Official Charity Partner Program has raised more than $520 million for more than 1,000 worthy nonprofit organizations across the globe. Prior to the start of the official program, the New York City Marathon had served as an outlet for individual philanthropic runners since the 1980s.