Meet the Directors
Chris Rapacki - Director of Bands
Mr. Rapacki has been part of the Klein community for 20 years, beginning his career at Klein Oak High School in 2005. Over 17 years at Klein Oak, he served as Percussion Specialist, Assistant Band Director, and Associate Director before becoming Director of Bands at Jersey Village High School in 2022.
He holds a Bachelor’s in Music Education and Performance from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst and a Master’s in Educational Leadership from Lamar University. His bands have consistently earned UIL First Division ratings and received the Foundation for Music Education’s Citation of Excellence in 2021 and 2022.
Under his leadership, both the Klein Oak and Jersey Village marching bands advanced to Area Finals, with notable achievements including BOA Houston Regional Finals, UIL State Marching Contest, and Grand Champion titles. He has also led significant growth in student achievement, including All-State Band recognition and Solo & Ensemble success.
Mr. Rapacki is an active DCI adjudicator and former member of The Cadets. He lives in Klein with his wife, Allyson, and their two sons, and is an engaged volunteer in the community. He is thrilled to join the Klein Cain family and looks forward to leading the band to continued excellence.
Corey Fair - Associate Director of Bands
Mr. Fair, a talented percussionist and dedicated music educator, was born in St. Louis, Missouri, and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. He developed a passion for music at an early age, influenced by his father’s own musical background. Corey’s interest in percussion began at the age of twelve, and from there, his musical journey flourished. Corey graduated with a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Columbus State University’s renowned Schwob School of Music in Columbus, Georgia, where he studied under the mentorship of Paul Vaillancourt. Throughout his education, Corey honed his percussion skills while gaining a deep understanding of music theory, performance, and pedagogical practices. His love for marching arts led him to march a summer with the Troopers Drum and Bugle Corps, an experience that helped him grow as both a performer and a collaborator within a high-level ensemble.Previously, Corey served as the Program Director for Gwinnett County Public Schools, where he played a crucial role in shaping the music education programs, helping foster a love for music in students across the district. His contributions to education were recognized when he received the *STAR Teacher* award from Gwinnett County Public Schools, honoring his excellence in teaching and his dedication to his students’ success. Corey continues to inspire the next generation of musicians through his work as an educator, sharing his expertise and enthusiasm for percussion with students, and shaping the future of music education.
Ryan Lancaster - Assistant Director of Bands
Ryan Lancaster is serving in his fourth year as a band director, and his first year as the Assistant Director at Klein Cain High School. After graduating from Cy-Fair High School in 2016, Mr. Lancaster completed his Bachelor of Music at Oklahoma State University, where he was a performer in the OSU Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band, an instructor and featured trumpet soloist for the OSU Cowboy Marching Band, and a teacher in the surrounding Stillwater community. Mr. Lancaster competed in the National Trumpet Competition in 2017 and 2018, and was a member of the Bluecoats Drum and Bugle Corps from 2017-2019, during which time the corps was awarded the bronze medal (2018) and silver medal (2019) at the Drum Corps International World Championships.
Prior to joining Cain’s staff, Mr. Lancaster taught beginner brass, as well as the second and third concert bands, at Kleb Intermediate. He has over five years of experience teaching trumpet private lessons, and has served as a marching tech and brass specialist for several high school bands in the Houston area. His students have enjoyed repeated success in UIL marching and concert band contests, solo contests, and region band auditions.
In addition to music education, Mr. Lancaster enjoys freelance trumpet performance, disc golf, reading, and community service. He is passionate about personal growth and strives to use music as a medium to guide students toward becoming exceptional young adults. He is married to his wonderful wife, Emily, and lives with her in Houston.
Stephen Mann - Band Specialist
Stephen Mann is a lifelong Klein ISD resident and proud alumnus of Klein Oak High School, graduating in 2020. He is an accomplished percussionist who was a member of The Houston Youth Symphony during high school and went on to earn his Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from East Texas A&M University in 2025. Stephen performed with The Cavaliers Drum and Bugle Corps in 2022 and 2023, earning the prestigious Fred Sanford High Percussion Award in 2023 and contributing to an International Percussion Ensemble Competition victory the same year.
In addition to his performance experience, Stephen has worked as a percussion technician for Greenville High School, Klein Oak High School, and Jersey Village High School, and has taught private percussion lessons at Greenville High School. He has also furthered his professional development through opportunities like Spirit Camp at Jacksonville State University. Stephen is passionate about inspiring the next generation of percussionists and giving back to the community that helped shape his musical journey.
Krystal Greene - Color Guard Director
Krystal Greene is a proud Southern California native with over two decades of dedication to the color guard and marching arts community. Her journey began in the vibrant streets of SoCal, where she first discovered a passion for performance and artistic expression. That passion would lead her to perform with some of the most prestigious ensembles in the activity, including the renowned Blue Devils Drum Corps and Corona World Winter Guard.
Krystal holds a Bachelor's degree from California State University, Northridge, where she deepened her understanding of creativity, collaboration, and leadership. A highlight of her career includes touring Japan with the Brass Angels, a transformative experience that broadened her perspective on cultural exchange through music and movement.
Throughout her career, she has collaborated with numerous award-winning organizations, such as Mayflower from Billericay, England; Blue Stars Drum Corps (DCI); and a variety of outstanding WGI and TCGC ensembles. Each partnership has further enriched her expertise and passion for the marching arts.
Now based in Northwest Houston with her family and their spirited blue heeler, Krystal remains an active and inspiring presence in the community. Whether teaching or performing, she is committed to empowering the next generation of performers by fostering confidence, creativity, and joy through dance and expression.