Mike Ericksen ( guitar )
Mike Ericksen produces Media under Empath Media LLC. He is a classical guitarist, song-writer, filmmaker, and a member of Cedar Breaks ® Band. Before joining Cedar Breaks ®, he produced award-winning films and music relating to the journey of early pioneers. These include the musical albums “Unsung, Music for the Trail” and “Sojourn – Along the Path,” and two music videos “Light up the Land” and “Walk the Path of Faith,” with talented songwriter Emily Christensen. Teaming up with Groberg Films, Mike co-produced the award-winning historical documentary “Walking in Obedience, The Ole Madsen Story,” a stunning adaptation of a 3000-mile pioneer journey to the Rocky Mountains. He and Sage Steadman wrote the acclaimed historical novel “Upon Destiny’s Song,” a companion to the documentary. Working with classical guitarist Allan Alexander Mike has produced two classical guitar music books, “Hymns Plus” and “Songs of Faith.” Mike and members of Cedar Breaks ® Band have performed music and stories of heritage across America in firesides and concerts, and producing award-winning albums, songs, music videos, and a musical documentary. He is recently working on a new historical novel, due out in 2024. Mike and his wife, Cheri, and family live in Utah.