classical music

Jerod Tate is a Chickasaw composer who created Ko'koom'fena, a 15-minute piece sung entirely in the Shawnee language. He has worked with the music and languages of multiple tribes, including Choctaw, Cherokee, Comanche and Caddo, among others.

How a Chickasaw composer is tackling language revitalization through classical music

Sarah Liese, OPMX

Jerod Tate began composing more than three decades ago. One of his latest works, Ko'koom'fena, is sung entirely in the Shawnee language.

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After Nearly 3 Decades With The Baton, OKC Philharmonic Conductor Joel Levine Reflects On Career

Richard Bassett

Maestro Joel Levine is stepping down as Music Director of the Oklahoma City Philharmonic. His career includes thirty years with the orchestra and,…

Dave Brubeck's sons, with Dave O'Higgins, will perform at the Bethany First Church of the Nazarene on April 5, 2016.

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Dave Brubeck’s Sons Bring 'Light In The Wilderness' To Oklahoma City

Jim Johnson

Jazz legend Dave Brubeck battled time and place throughout his life.His 1959 album Time Out broke new ground by featuring all original works, polytonality…