Storyteller Eric Paetkau has done a lot of stuff in a lot of different ways. For over 30 years, Eric has been a professional conductor, violist, speaker, composer, singer-songwriter, kids’ entertainer, and children’s book author.
In the classical music space, Eric has had a successful and fulfilling career as Music Director/Conductor of the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra from 2015-2022, Founder/Conductor of the Juno-nominated group of 27 Chamber Orchestra, and guest conductor and violist for orchestras around the world (Nuremberg Symphony Orchestra, Toronto Symphony, Les Violons du Roy, Canadian Opera Company, and many more). He’s been fortunate enough to tour the world and has performed at Carnegie Hall, Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, and LA’s Disney Hall to name a few.
In the more popular world of music, Eric has performed hundreds of shows and loves sharing music and stories with audiences of all ages. He writes, sings, and records ‘serious’ songs (oohhh, so serious), kids music, and composes instrumental music for his weekly online TV show. Whether it’s with his original music, covers of great tunes from the past, or even silly kids songs thrown in for fun, Eric’s infectious and engaging energy always touches hearts, young and old. Whatever the venue or occasion, Eric delivers a delightful and engaging experience every time.
Eric also writes children’s books, is an event speaker, and might have a thing for ice cream.
For more information on the kids’ entertainer side of things, visit mrsnotsense.com.