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, Jordan HS Marching Band & Jordan HS Indoor Percussion (PSO), Norwin HS, and others.

Cary is a proud alumni of Norwin HS, Glassmen Drum & Bugle Corps, and The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps. 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.