Jerod Tate

Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate, a citizen of the Chickasaw Nation from Norman, OK, is celebrated for his contributions in infusing classical music with American Indian nationalism.

Tate, an accomplished composer, has received praise for his works including the bassoon concerto, Ghost of the White Deer, performed by the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, and Standing Bear: A Ponca Indian Cantata.

His music has been featured on the HBO series Westworld and performed by prestigious orchestras and ensembles such as the National Symphony Orchestra and San Francisco Symphony.

Apart from his compositional endeavors, Tate has held prominent roles as a Composer-in-Residence for various organizations including the League of American Orchestras and the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra.

He is also actively involved in teaching composition to American Indian high school students across the US and Canada.

Jerod Tate holds a Bachelor's Degree in Piano Performance from Northwestern University and a Master's Degree in Piano Performance and Composition from The Cleveland Institute of Music.

Tate's recorded works such as Iholba' (The Vision) and Tracing Mississippi have received critical acclaim and are available on renowned labels.

In addition, he was appointed as the Creativity Ambassador for the State of Oklahoma in 2008.

Throughout his career, Tate has been associated with various organizations including Creative Oklahoma, Taloa Ikbi, LLC, and Cahoots Theatre Company among others.

His diverse professional background includes roles as a Music Director, Adjunct Instructor, Principal Pianist for Broadway tours, and Composer-in-Residence for multiple prestigious institutions.

Jerod Tate's extensive experience and commitment to American Indian classical composition make him a prominent figure in the music industry.