Founded in 2023 by trumpeter and educator Alex Massa, Improvise Arts 501(c)(3) is a Rapid City nonprofit centered on high school aged youth mentorship, all-ages artist development, and building the infrastructure needed for creative work to grow in the Black Hills.
Improvise Arts supports artists and young musicians through school clinics and masterclasses, all-ages jazz jam sessions, one-on-one mentorship for high school students, performance and educational opportunities for emerging and established artists, and access to a fully equipped rehearsal studio.
At Improvise Arts, we believe creative work belongs in everyday community life. We support young musicians and working artists by creating spaces to learn, experiment, collaborate, and share meaningful artistic experiences through the practice of improvisation.
This work is made possible by generous donors and through paid performances. By supporting Improvise Arts, you are helping to empower tomorrow’s artists.
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