Wilmington Concert Opera to World Premiere of Chamber Version of Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate’s Loksi’ Shaali’ (Shell Shaker)

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Wilmington Concert Opera is set to present the world premiere of a new chamber version of Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate’s opera “Loksi’ Shaali’” (Shell Shaker) this May. The performances, set for Thursday, May 14 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, May 16 at 2 p.m. at the Episcopal Church of Saints Andrew and Matthew in Wilmington, Delaware, will feature operatic singers of {…}

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Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate’s ‘Loksi’ Shaali” Set for East Coast Premiere

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Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate’s “Loksi’ Shaali’” is set to make its East Coast premiere on Feb. 28, 2025, at Mount Holyoke College in Massachusetts. The work explores the Chickasaw origin story of the tribe’s sacred turtle shell shakers. This production will be conducted by Tianhui Ng and will feature the Mount Holyoke Symphony Orchestra, Mount Holyoke College Glee Club, and Mount {…}

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Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate’s ‘Loksi’ Shaali” to Make World Premiere in Oklahoma City

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Emmy-winning composer and citizen of the Chickasaw Nation Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate is set to make history with the world premiere of his opera, “Loksi’ Shaali’” (“Shell Shaker”). The world’s first opera composed entirely in an American Indian language, “Loksi’ Shaali” tells the Chickasaw origin story of the tribe’s sacred turtle shell shakers, integral to traditional stomp dancing and social songs, {…}

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Q & A: Composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate on His Journey, ‘Loksi’ Shaali,’ & Future Projects

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(Photo Credit: Shevaun Williams) Few voices in contemporary opera carry the weight of history quite like Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate. A citizen of the Chickasaw Nation and one of the foremost Native American classical composers working today, Tate has spent decades building a singular artistic mission: to bring Indigenous culture, language, and storytelling to the world’s great stages. His catalog spans {…}

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Union Avenue Opera Unveils 2025 Season

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The 2025 season for Union Avenue Opera is announced. Brooklyn Snow, Trevor Martin, Steve Isom, Paul Houghtaling, Charles Calotta, Jennifer Theby-Quinn, Donna Weinsting, Javi Ojeda, and Bradley J. Behrmann perform in “My Fair Lady” conducted by Scott Schoonover. Annamaria Pileggi directs. Performance Dates: July 5, 6, 11, 12, 2025 A double bill of Cipullo’s “Josephine” and Leoncavallo’s “Pagliacci” is next. {…}

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Mvskoke & Chickasaw Families Debut at Kennedy Center in Historic Performance

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On Jan. 13, 2025, Mvskoke soprano Kirsten C. Kunkle and Chickasaw composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate performed at the Kennedy Center, making debuts for their respective Tribe. Kunkle and her five-year-old daughter Stephanie opened the concert, curated by Tate, with “Mvskoke Lullaby.” The PostClassical Ensemble conducted by Angel Gil-Ordóñez performed Tate’s “Lowak Shoppala,” “Chokfi’,” and selection from “Standing Bear: A Ponca {…}

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Mission Opera to Present ‘Girondines’ West Coast Video Premiere

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“Girondines” makes its west coast video premiere with Mission Opera. Mvskoke opera singer and librettist Kirsten C. Kunkle and composer Sarah Van Sciver’s new opera “Girondines” showcases the true stories of six women from the French Revolution. “Girondines” explores the tragedy, sacrifice, and remarkable lives of these women – three heroines who meet a tragic end, and three others navigating {…}

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Wilmington Concert Opera to World Premiere of Chamber Version of Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate’s Loksi’ Shaali’ (Shell Shaker)

Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate’s ‘Loksi’ Shaali” Set for East Coast Premiere

Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate’s ‘Loksi’ Shaali” to Make World Premiere in Oklahoma City

Q & A: Composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate on His Journey, ‘Loksi’ Shaali,’ & Future Projects

Union Avenue Opera Unveils 2025 Season

Mvskoke & Chickasaw Families Debut at Kennedy Center in Historic Performance

Mission Opera to Present ‘Girondines’ West Coast Video Premiere