Wedding Party

The Wedding Website of Trevor Ousey and Loren Taylor

We are incredibly grateful for the friends and family who have supported, encouraged, and celebrated us throughout our lives and our relationship. Each person in our wedding party holds a special place in our hearts and has helped shape who we are today. From lifelong friendships and family bonds to unforgettable memories and shared adventures, these are the people who will stand beside us as we begin this next chapter together. We are honored to have them be part of our wedding day and excited for you to meet the amazing individuals who mean so much to us.

Loren Taylor

Bride

Trevor Ousey

Groom

Heather Gates

Maid of Honor

Heather and I met way back in middle school through Flute Choir, and the rest is history! We were stand buddies in band, played All-State together every year, performed in the Clover Flute Quartet (Jour D’ete A La Montagne anyone?!), and spent countless rehearsals being the kind of band kids who kept our director on his toes. In college, we were roomies, sisters in Sigma Alpha Iota, travel buddies in China, and became even closer friends. I tell my students all the time that Band is where you can meet lifelong friends—and Heather is living proof! Even though we live worlds apart now, it's like not a day has passed when we see each other and we jump right back in to our old shenanigans!

Jim Cathey

Best Man

Jim and I first met in the Heart of Texas Concert Band in 2014 via Kim (Jim's wife) after she became stand partners with Loren. Jim and I quickly discovered how much we had in common - we both love playing the clarinet, teaching band, and appreciating a good cocktail. Over the past decade, Jim has become one of my closest friends and most trusted mentors. In 2015, I spent an entire day observing him teach at Floresville, and that experience played a significant role in convincing me to stay in the profession. It remains one of the most influential days of my teaching career. Even though we live in different parts of Texas, Jim is still one of the first people I call when life gets difficult or there's something worth celebrating. And every time Loren and I are in San Antonio, Jim and Kim have always welcomed us with incredible generosity, making us feel right at home.

Kim Cathey

Bridesmaid

Kim met a little more than 12 years ago, not long after I moved to Texas. I joined the Heart of Texas Concert Band and sat next to her for many, many concerts. We hit it off right away and quickly became close friends. Now years later, even after we have moved all the way to Dallas, we still connect with Kim and Jim twice a year when we are in San Antonio over good food, great wine, and even better company.

Matthew Davis

Groomsman

It's true - I invited my assistant to be a groomsman. But hear me out! Matt and I bonded immediately from our first meeting at a coffee shop in McKinney. Both of us are competitive, motivated, and know when to push ourselves (and also laugh!) We work well together and we hang well together.

Breann Brown

Bridesmaid

Breann and I met through Trevor's former assistant when he was at Cain MS. Breann and I bonded while the boys talked shop. We've been part of many big life moments together - from new homes, to new jobs, to new relationships. She even took Trevor and I on our first BIG trip together - Maui! She is one of the sweetest and most honest people I know!

Connor O'Meara

Groomsman

When I first met Connor, I was low-key intimidated. He is a tremendous clarinet player and educator. But after his first off-color joke in the office, I knew we would become best friends. Not only does he keep me laughing, but his willingness to do everything he can to help my students succeed is truly remarkable.

Alana Ishii

Bridesmaid

Alana and I met by doing instrument screenings for Trevor. We've been in the trenches doing woodwind screenings for him for years! Though we've known each other for years, we are actually newer friends. She is a brilliant mix of friendly, strong-willed, and fun to be around!

George Ishii

Groomsman

George and I are new friends! Yes, he's yet another clarinet player, but he is one of the coolest, calmest people you will ever meet. And what a tremendous teacher, too!