Teacher 4K-12 Music / HS English Email Phone: (715)388-8306 Music Department Mission Statement
It is the goal of the Mercer School District’s music department to foster meaningful and informed relationships with music in students’ lives through praxial musical learning, authentic musical experiences, and engagement in a musical community that values respect and the celebration of diversity.
Music Department Diversity Statement
This music department is committed to the acceptance, uplifting, and celebration of all people regardless of race, gender, orientation, creed, or origin. It is the goal of this program to enrich lives through exposure to new and diverse ways of living.
Teacher Information
Mr. Johnathan Erickson
PK-12 Music Teacher
Phone: (715) 388 – 8306
Email: jerickson@mercertigers.org
Office Hours: TBD
Biography: Johnathan Erickson is a 2020 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Superior, where he studied Music Education and Percussion Performance with Dr. Pamela Bustos, Dr. Lois Guderian, and Dr. Brett Jones. Born and raised in Superior, WI, Mr. Erickson is a graduate of Superior High School where he received the John Philip Sousa award. Mr. Erickson maintains an active performance schedule performing with a number of organizations in and around the Twin Ports. Outside of his professional work Mr. Erickson enjoys reading, film, and opera. He is also an avid traveler.
Musical Heroes: Maria Callas, David Maslanka, Keiko Abe, Paul Creston, Frederick Fennell, Stevie Nicks
Favorite Quote: “Life is the leaves which shape and nourish a plant, but art is the flower which embodies its meaning.” – Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Music Department Handbook
www.mercer.k12.wi.us/faculty/jerickson/Music Handbook.docx
'22-'23 End of Year Letter & '23-'24 Concert Dates
//www.mercer.k12.wi.us/faculty/jerickson/End of Year Letter.docx
Summer 2023 Music Lessons Information
//www.mercer.k12.wi.us/faculty/jerickson/Summer Lesson Announcement.docx