Eric Lauver joined the East Winds Symphonic Band in the Fall of 2008, and he has been playing an instrument since 1993.  His wife Rie introduced him to EWSB.  Eric holds multiple degrees from Dusquesne University - Bachelor of Science, Music Education; Master of Music, Saxophone Performance.   He is currently the 4th and 5th Grade Band Director in the Bethel Park School District and a member of the Moon Area High School marching band staff. He has also begun a small side business doing audio and video production and all things multimedia  for concerts, weddings, and other events.

Eric  was born in Charleston WV and grew up in Williamsport, MD and attended Williamsport Elementary School, Springfield Middle School and Williamsport High School where he performed in the Marching, Symphonic and Jazz Bands as well as being a member of the Show Choir and in the cast of the school's musical.  Eric's family is also musical with his wife Rie who is also a member of the band, his dad played tuba and his mom played the drums in "Kiltie Corps"

Like many people Eric continued to play his instruments after high school and as noted above pursued degrees in Music Education and performance when he got to college.  He says the motivating factors to play and instrument is that he was enamored with music and in particular the saxophone. When asked about his general philosophy in regard to musical performance, he noted "Music is essential to humanity; As an educator, I want to make sure that we are creating a generation that appreciates music, whether as a performer or a spectator."
 
Eric is a member of Christ United Methodist Church in Bethel Park where he serves on the production/tech team, and sometimes play saxophone for services.   Eric is also the Co-author of The Complete Saxophonist with James Houlik and he is an Eagle Scout.  His favorite style of music is Jazz and  he enjoys composing and arranging for jazz ensemble.