Dominique “Chochy” Lousteau III is a percussionist, arranger/composer, and educator from Luling, Louisiana. Chochy received his Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with minors in Music and Philosophy from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Currently, he resides in Shreveport, LA with his wife, Aimee, and their cat, Velcro.

Chochy has had many experiences in the marching arts; he began as a front ensemble member for Elite Independent and the Louisiana Stars Drum and Bugle Corps. He then went on to perform with Monarch Independent, marched with the Boston Crusaders front ensemble, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette’s Pride of Acadiana Drumline, and several seasons with Fat City Drum Corps (New Orleans Saints).

During his time in college and drum corps, Chochy was fortunate to have studied under many great instructors such as Dr. Iain Moyer, Dr. Brett Landry, Andy Filipiak, and Troy Breaux. He has continued his career as an instructor/administrator for several groups.

Chochy is currently the Ensemble Director for Monarch Independent and has served as a front ensemble instructor for the Sacramento Mandarins. Chochy currently teaches at Parkway HS as well as Centenary College. Chochy was also fortunate to instruct at Cy-Fair HS in 2022 and 2023 where the group received several accolades such as TCGC State Champions and WGI Percussion Scholastic World Class Finalist.