Mark Van Haren

I greatly admire your energy. Your public performance looks not only effortless but also authentic. You display warmth and charisma, putting the audience completely at ease. You have no idea just how much I admire that. I’m sure it’s the result of no little effort and practice, but it also seems to come from deep, because you care. Thanks for bringing the positive.

 ItsEZBreezy International Music Blog

Playing on this interactive and contemplative nature, the piece was premiered live in San Jose, CA in the summer of 2024, with Dr. Chowning in attendance. Cory dedicated it to him and said he’d always wanted to finish it in Chowning’s class. At the end of the piece, his former professor shouted humorously from the crowd: “Cory, you did it!” Among other things, the interactive version of the piece allows audiences to experience the observation that they shape their own environment.

The Internet Archive

When we’re not in a pandemic, Cory can often be found touring the country playing shows and workshops… where he’s known for playing a host of instruments and loop recording them live on the spot with the help of audience interaction.

Stephan Kaufman of CBS National News

The Cory Cullinan family of Colorado decided that since they’re stuck at home together, why not write and perform the Stay At Home song?  His song delivers a message… Musical relief for the tens of millions of Americans hunkered down at home during the coronavirus pandemic.

Red Collins

Your composition and video are an immersive experience that I’m so glad I had! Everyone should listen to and watch Cory Cullinan’s piece!