Michael Mergen

Known for his strong and beautiful sound, Michael Mergen is currently the associate professor of trumpet at the University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music. In 2020 he retired as a member of the trumpet/cornet section of “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band after 21 years of service. He also performs with the Blossom Festival Band in Ohio and is a founding member of Valor Brass. An active soloist, Mergen’s solo performances include numerous appearances with the CCM Wind Symphony and the “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band. Recordings of his solo performances can be heard on both the CCM Wind Studies Facebook page and United States Marine Band YouTube channel. Additional non-solo recordings include numerous volumes of the U.S. Marine Band’s annual recording as well as the Valor Brass recording Inaugural.