Inside the Green Machine: Zach McCullough
Tuesday, June 5th, 2012 - 10:59 PM
By Dan Minkel
The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps consists of many moving parts -- from new and veteran marching members to dedicated management, staff, and volunteers. Throughout this summer, we'll be featuring the people who help shape the Cavalier experience, giving YOU a behind-the-scenes perspective on your favorite corps. The Cavaliers are proud to welcome you, Inside the Green Machine!
In our next installment, we feature first-year euphonium player, Zach McCullough:
Please tell us your name, hometown and a little about your time with The Cavaliers.
My name is Zach McCullough, and I'm from Riviera, Texas. This is my first year with The Cavaliers, and I march euphonium .
What do you do outside of The Cavaliers?
I go to Texas A&M at Kingsville where I study Music Education. I also work with the marching band at Riviera High School.
Why did you initially choose The Cavaliers?
I liked the visual packages that they put together each year. I've always been drawn to the visual aspect of drum corps.
What is your all time favorite Cavaliers program?
'And So It Goes' from 2007. I thought the drill moves were phenomenal.
What makes this season unique?
The new approach that the staff is taking towards rehearsal. There's also a unique vibe throughout the corps - members and staff included.
What do The Cavaliers mean to you personally?
They have an 'aura' that goes along with their prestige in DCI. I've received some really cool reactions from people when they find out that I march with The Cavaliers.
What advice would you give someone who eventually wants to join The Cavaliers?
Just do it, and don't be scared to audition. I didn't want to initially try out, but I auditioned and made it! So just do it, and audition.
Stay tuned for more installments of Inside the Green Machine!
By Dan Minkel, Marketing Communications Intern
Inside the Green Machine Archive:June 5, 2012 - Hill Scott
June 4, 2012 - Nick Dickinson
June 4, 2012 - Stephen Jusko
June 3, 2012 - Zach Tessling
June 3, 2012 - Carlos Sauceda
June 2, 2012 - Russell Wharton
June 1, 2012 - Scotty Flores
May 31, 2012 - Andrew Smit
May 31, 2012 - Sam Carlberg
May 30, 2012 - Thor Schumacher
May 30, 2012 - Tyler Zastrow
May 28, 2012 - Max Monsivaiz
May 28, 2012 - Andrew Barberi
May 27, 2012 - Andrew Rhebergen
May 27, 2012 - CJ McCrory
May 27, 2012 - Doug Young
May 27, 2012 - William Clayton
May 26, 2012 - Conrad Zimmer
May 25, 2012 - Jeff Hargis
May 25, 2012 - Evan Black
May 24, 2012 - Cory Glenn
May 23, 2012 - Brian Gallegos
May 23, 2012 - Shinichi Tomari
May 23, 2012 - Justin Rowan
May 22, 2012 - Ethan Marcus
May 22, 2012 - Mike Flynn
May 22, 2012 - Brian Wulf
May 21, 2012 - Ian Caldwell
May 21, 2012 - Geddy Pontiff
May 21, 2012 - Dustin Ingram
May 21, 2012 - Franco Perez
May 21, 2012 - Manny Gandia
May 20, 2012 - Jesse Backes
May 20, 2012 - Caleb Lamb
About The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps
Founded in 1948, The Cavaliers are one of the most successful drum and bugle corps in history, winning 20 national championships, including seven Drum Corps International world championships since 1992. Each summer, 150 male brass, percussion and color guard performers aged 16-22 present a marching music show considered among the most challenging and original in the world.
The group performs at more than 30 competitions across the US and for more than 100,000 fans. Along the way, the young men not only learn about music and performing, but have a life-changing experience based on excellence, teamwork and camaraderie.
The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization sponsored by The Village of Rosemont, Illinois.
