“Heartrendingly beautiful.”

Jennifer Hatherill

Marching Dukes, Trumpet 1985-1989

“Mike has an amazing talent and a very keen awareness in retrospect for what was actually going on during those wonderful years at MHS.”

Dr. Terren Frenz

Marching Dukes, Band Director, 1973-1994

“We Gave It Away is a work of great beauty.  Melodious like you’re listening to music and feeling it deep inside. It brings it all back.”

Sandy Mayer

Marching Dukes, Trumpet 1979 – 1983

“I cried.  I laughed. It brought back so many memories.”

Lori Lebold

Marching Dukes, Color Guard 1985 –1989

“We Gave It Away captures the epitome of what it was like to be a member of the Marlington band during its heyday.  This book is a great read for any current or former band geek.   

Dr. James Obney, MD.

Marching Dukes, Trumpet 1980-1984