Since the beginning of the COVID-19 Pandemic, I have frequently been posting lists of repertoire on social media under the name “Power Rankings.” From time to time going forward, I’ll share them on my blog as well. In light of today’s great news out of Oklahoma, I thought I’d open with one of my recent lists with some important resonance.

A new favorite composer of mine in the past 6 months is Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate. In every bar of his astonishing music, you’ll find energy and vitality and craftsmanship and deeply enjoyable music. I hope you join me in excitement over his excellent music. Check it out! 

Shakamaxon for String Orchestra
Standing Bear: A Ponca Indian Cantata in Eight Tableaux
Lowak Shoppala' (Fire and Light) 
Ghost of the White Deer (Bassoon Concerto)
Tracing Mississippi (Flute Concerto)
Taloa' Hiloah (Thunder Song) - for solo timpani
Iholba' (The Vision) - for Solo Flute, Orchestra and Chorus
MoonStrike, for String Quartet and Narrator
Chokfi': Sarcasm, for String Orchestra and Percussion
Inchokkillissa - for Guitar and Percussion

Please learn more about Jerod’s music on his website, from the couple of videos below, or by purchasing his album or sheet music.