Move Over Mr. Holland is encouraging, soulful, witty, and full of life lessons! We're sure you'll want to purchase more than one copy of this entertaining quick read so you'll be able to share it with all of your friends and family!

Covering an array of topics ranging from the meanest teacher he ever had to his frustrations with fund-raiser reps and his bout with Bell's Palsy, PHS Band Director Trey Reely shares personal anecdotes that will make you laugh out loud one minute and reach for tissue the next.

Whether a reader is young, old, musically inclined, or tone deaf, this inspirational book - written by a high school band director sharing the joys and frustrations of band directing and life in general - is sure to bring a refreshing perspective to daily living.

RAVE REVIEWS . . .

"A delightful book, with bits of wisdom encased in good humor."
     — Francis McBeth, Composer

"Move Over Mr. Holland offers a quick laugh and lingering insight."
     — Tom O'Neal, Arkansas State University Director of Bands

"...this homespun book gave me the opportunity to laugh, cry, and nod in agreement with the various thoughts and down-to-earth descriptions of a real-life Mr. Holland."
     — Tim Lautzenheiser, Motivational Speaker

"[Move Over Mr. Holland] identifies a multitude of experiences, challenges, and problems, and solutions which we all have been through; captures the essence of being a band director, and highlights a traditional and familiar daily routine...I especially found 'Marching Through Wal-Mart' rich in ideas to involve students in constructive social activity."
     — Eldon Janzen, Author, The Band Director's Survival Guide

"Without a doubt, this book of band directing vignettes captures the essence of the humor and humanity found in our profession, "When I Was a Kid' brought back many nostalgic memories...I couldn't stop laughing after reading 'Excuses, Excuses,' and 'Gaining Perspective' was an important chapter for teaching character and responsibility."
     — John W. Knight, Oberlin Conservatory of Music

Don't miss Trey Reely's newest book: Mr. Holland Strikes Back: More Musical Tales from the Podium