Founder of Fort Bend Music Center Passes Away

Rick Cochran, founder and president of Fort Bend Music Center, passed away unexpectedly on Dec. 4. He was at 64.

Born on Feb. 19, 1960, Cochran dedicated his life to sharing the joy of music. His journey in the music industry began in 1983 when he co-founded Blue Streak Transport, a piano-moving service serving Houston. He eventually expanded into piano tuning and repairs with the acquisition of Complete Piano Service in 1995. In 2004, Cochran founded Fort Bend Music Center in Stafford, Texas, a small teaching studio that quickly grew to serve more than 500 students weekly. Under his leadership, Fort Bend Music Center became an authorized Yamaha piano dealer, with locations in Stafford, Houston and San Antonio. Most recently, the company has been a provider for band and orchestra instrument rentals and repairs.

Cochran is survived by his wife of 41 years, Terry, three children and four grandchildren.

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