Erik Whitehill

Erik Whitehill grew up in Iowa and earned his music education degree from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa.  He has taught general music and choir in Tempe Elementary School District for nearly two decades and has served as district chairperson for general music and elementary choir. Erik has a passion for helping children grow into well-rounded good humans through musical development. His teaching is noted for including newly composed music, both for choirs and for musical theater.  Erik is Orff certified and is a member of the Arizona Orff chapter, where he has served on the board and been a featured presenter.  Erik was the recipient of the Arizona State University Outstanding Mentor Teacher Award (2012) and has been selected for Tempe Elementary School District excellence awards three times. His music is published by Heritage Music Press, Choristers Guild, Augsburg Fortress, Handbell Musicians of America and Falls House Press.