ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Caleb Tullius
Executive Director
Caleb Tullius is a proud El Paso native and a dedicated advocate for music education and the performing arts across the Southwest. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education and a Master’s in Music Performance (Conducting) from the University of Texas at El Paso, where he is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Education. As a performer, Caleb has played with numerous ensembles spanning a wide range of genres and studied brass pedagogy internationally at the Domaine Forget Academy in Québec, Canada. He also performed with the Blue Knights Drum and Bugle Corps from 2014 to 2016.
A former public school band director, Caleb led multiple ensembles to the UIL State Marching Band Contest and guided chamber groups to perform at esteemed venues such as the International Trumpet Guild Conference, the International Tuba Euphonium Association Conference, and the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition.
Now in his third year as a brass technician with the Colts Drum and Bugle Corps, Caleb continues to bring high-level instruction to the national marching arts stage. He also serves on several design teams for high school marching bands and ensembles under the Sun City Musical Arts (SCMA) umbrella—a nonprofit organization he founded to expand access to high-quality music education in the El Paso region.
As CEO of SCMA, Caleb has launched and directed several nationally recognized ensembles, including Sun City Independent, Ethereal Winds Independent, Allure Independent, and Arsenal Drum and Bugle Corps. Under his leadership, Ethereal Winds has earned its third medal at the WGI World Championships, most recently becoming back-to-back Independent A Class World Champions—a historic first for El Paso. Sun City Independent has advanced to the WGI Open Class Semifinals and continues to lead the marching percussion scene in the region, while Allure Independent has also achieved the distinction of becoming a WGI Semifinalist in the competitive world of winter guard.
Caleb’s passion for youth development and musical excellence is matched by his love for his family. In his personal time, he enjoys fishing with his fiancée and spending time with their two dogs and cats.
Above all, Caleb remains steadfast in his commitment to nurturing the next generation of performers and enriching the cultural fabric of El Paso and the greater Southwest.
Celeste Collette
Administrative Director
Within Sun City Musical Arts, Celeste serves as Chief Administrative Officer and has also held the role of Media Manager, helping support organizational operations, communications, marketing, and strategic growth. As an alumna of both Sun City Independent Percussion and Ethereal Winds Independent, she has experienced firsthand the impact of the performing arts programs she now helps lead and develop.
Her marching experience also includes performing with The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps, where she gained valuable experience in leadership, teamwork, and excellence in performance.
Prior to her current role in healthcare administration, Celeste served as a high school band director for three years, sharing her passion for music education with students throughout the El Paso community. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP).
Outside of her professional and volunteer work, Celeste enjoys traveling with her fiancé, Caleb, exploring new destinations, and spending time with their two cats and two dogs. She remains passionate about creating opportunities for young performers and strengthening the arts community in her hometown of El Paso, Texas.
Michael Genera
Administrative INTERN
During his time at West Texas, Michael has served as an Assistant Drum Major for The Sound of West Texas Buffalo Marching Band, and performs in various ensembles such as the symphonic band, jazz band, brass choir, trombone choir, and the tuba-euphonium ensemble.
In his summers, Michael had marched drum corps with Arsenal Drum and Bugle Corps, and Crossmen Drum and Bugle Corps.