Name: W4RP TRIO + PHILIP DANIEL + ALEX MASSA
Start: 2025-02-06T18:00:00-07:00
Location: Dahl Arts Center

On Thursday, February 6th, Improvise Arts hosts the New York City based W4RP Quartet, Lincoln, NE based pianist Philip Daniel, and Rapid City trumpeter Alex Massa. Join us as these talented artists perform their original works & collaborate together for the first time.

W4RP Quartet:
Described as a “talented group that exemplifies the genre-obliterating direction of contemporary classical music” (Columbia Free Times), W4RP Trio is an internationally touring cross-genre chamber music experience. Reflecting the combination of Juilliard trained members juxtaposed with members steeped in rock and jazz styles, the one-of-a-kind ensemble can be seen performing classical works in prestigious halls on the same tour where they headline a standing room only show at a rock venue. In addition to their electrifying public performances, they have gained a reputation for their innovative educational workshops with students from grade school through university level. Their groundbreaking original compositions and collaborative works explore myriad musical traditions and styles, as well as important social issues.

Philip Daniel:
Originating from Lincoln, Nebraska, Daniel is a distinguished pianist and composer, acclaimed for his ability to evoke powerful emotions through his music. He holds a graduate degree in Piano Performance from the UMKC Conservatory and an undergraduate degree in Piano Performance and Piano Pedagogy from Hastings College.
Daniel’s impressive discography boasts ten studio albums, showcasing his ever-evolving artistry. In addition to his solo projects, he has established a successful full-time career in film composing. His evocative scores have been featured in numerous films and his music has been listened to over 30 million times. Daniel now composes for film, dance, and more full-time.

Alex Massa:
Originally from Rapid City, South Dakota, Alex recently returned to South Dakota in late 2020. Over the past fifteen years, Alex has developed a career that spans genres and mediums, founding music festivals in New Orleans and the Black HIlls, performing all over North America, Spain, the Caribbean Nations, Italy, Austria, Switzerland, and Germany. Massa is the Executive Director of Improvise Arts, the Artistic Director of the South Dakota Jazz Orchestra, Director of the New Music Ensemble of the Black Hills, and actively involved in social, environmental, and arts organizations throughout the midwest.