Dahl Mountain Presents: Alex Massa "Water Music" Concert

In celebration of the 2023 Banff Centre Film Festival World Tour stop in Rapid City (April 17 & 18 at the Elks Theater), the Rapid City Arts Council presents Alex Massa in concert for one night only at the Dahl Arts Center!

Born and raised in South Dakota, trumpeter Alexander Massa is influenced by the stories and actions of Water Protectors nationwide. “Water Music” is comprised of musical reflections on the movements to protect our environment and our lives. Massa was deeply impacted and inspired by Indigenous efforts to protect the sanctity of clean water. He studied Lakota legends and researched Indigenous and Land Rights through books, interviews, speeches and articles. He witnessed the violence against Water Protectors at Standing Rock through live broadcasts while abroad. This concert and the musical scores share a powerful reflection of the knowledge and inspiration he received and express the deep-rooted need for clean water via traditional indigenous wisdom and modern-day activism.

6:00PM-7:00PM Mountain Culture Mixer

• Come mix and mingle with our Black Hills mountain culture makers and honorary Banff Film Festival “Belay” Team: Black Hills Climbers Coalition, Clean water Alliance, Black Hills Adventure Tours & Peak Sports.
• Enjoy a limited edition “Dahl Mountain” brew by Lost Cabin and local food (available for purchase).
• Mixer event is free and open to the public. No registration necessary.

7:00PM "Water Music" with Alex Massa

• Lost Cabin Beer Co. & Wine Selection

Don't miss the two-day Banff Film Festival! Monday, April 17 & Tuesday, April 18, 6:30pm @ Elks Theater

Click Here for the Banff Film Festival Ticket Page