James Dean “J.D.” Kindle
Board Member, Oregon
James Dean “J.D.” Kindle of Pendleton has served as Executive Director of the Oregon East Symphony since 2015. Under his leadership, the Symphony has expanded youth education across Umatilla and Morrow counties and the Umatilla Indian Reservation. As a composer and performer rooted in Eastern Oregon, Kindle brings a vital perspective on ensuring cultural investment reflects the creative potential of rural communities.