Oklahoma has a vibrant arts scene deeply influenced by its Native American roots and Western expansion history.
* **Music**: The state is the birthplace of the "Tulsa Sound" (a mix of rock, country, and blues pioneered by Leon Russell and J.J. Cale) and an incubator for country music. Tulsa is home to the Woody Guthrie Center and the Bob Dylan Center. * **Dance**: Both Oklahoma City and Tulsa support highly regarded professional ballet companies (Tulsa Ballet, OKC Ballet) with strong international reputations. * **Native Heritage**: The cultural heartbeat of the state is deeply intertwined with its 39 federally recognized Native American tribes, hosting numerous powwows, language revitalization efforts, and cultural exhibitions year-round.