Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate (Chickasaw) is a dedicated American Indian classical composer and pianist who expresses his native culture in symphonic music, ballet and opera. All of his compositions have been commissioned by major North American orchestras, ensembles and organizations and his works are performed throughout the world.

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Composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate shares how embracing his identity and the challenge of building a career has catapulted his music business.

Topics discussed in this episode:

  • The portfolio career
  • The history of the portfolio lifestyle
  • Being Chickasaw
  • Identity/Niche
  • Embracing the challenge
  • Teaching composition
  • Elitism & expertise
  • Music as culture building
  • The multiple voices of our culture
  • Music and the arts will never go away
  • Teach lessons
  • Perform as much as possible

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This episode was edited by E.J. Sadler at Studio184.