Cary Cochenour is an active visual and brass instructor, choreographer, drill writer, and consultant, based in Houston, Texas. He currently serves as a visual instructor with Santa Clara Vanguard Drum & Bugle Corps and Rhythmic Force Indoor Percussion (PIW). Cary also serves in various capacities with several high school programs across the country, including Seven Lakes HS, Cypress Woods HS, Jordan HS, Norwin HS, and others.

Cary is an alumni of Norwin HS, Glassmen Drum & Bugle Corps, The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps, and Crossmen Winds. Prior to working with marching programs full time, he served as a classroom teacher in Katy ISD for nine years; being recognized for achievements in teaching on several occasions. He holds a BS degree in mathematics education from Saint Vincent College, and active teaching certificates in both Texas & Pennsylvania. Cary currently resides in Fulshear, Texas, with his wife, Devyn, and their puppy, Eko.