Eric Flores De Sousa, MEd
Eric is an educator, musician, U.S. Army veteran, and Pagan religious practitioner with a background in community service, ritual leadership, and education. He served for six years as a clarinetist with the U.S. Army Bands, including the 8th U.S. Army Band in Korea and the U.S. Army Japan Band, performing throughout the Pacific and Far East.
Eric is an initiate of New York Wica and the Minoan Brotherhood and serves as High Priest of the Coven of Copper Stag & Emerald Serpent. He has also served as Ritual Coordinator for Mystic Mabon Southwest, helping organize ritual and community programming.
Professionally, Eric is a middle-school history educator and clarinet instructor. He holds degrees in History and Curriculum & Instruction and works with students through both classroom education and music enrichment. His interests include religious pluralism, Pagan religious traditions, education, mentorship, and community service.