Distinctly Montana Magazine

Chaps and Spurs © James Westwater After nearly 40 years spent making images and performing works of photochoreography with all of the major orchestras in the country, what Westwater is most proud of—and what seems to sustain For more on Westwater Arts and photochoreography, visit www.westwaterarts.com. his boundless passion for what he does—is that he has found real meaning in his work. He says he believes the highest form of any human endeavor is elevated when it helps people, brings out the good in them, and inspires them to make life better for others. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2011 Patriots, Citizens, and Soldiers The Great Falls Symphony Orchestra performs Aaron Copland's A Lincoln Portrait, with James Westwater performing photocho- reography and Colonel Timothy Holtan read- ing from the speeches of Abraham Lincoln. www.gfsymphony.org (406) 453-4102 He says, "I feel that, in a small way, I am serving my purpose on earth." Jessica Solberg is a book editor and freelance writer who still likes to think she can be a profes- sional musician when she grows up. HISTORIC BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Bitterroot Valley for over 60 years. Near Lost Trail Powder Mountain and the Bitterroot-Selway Wilderness, the Rocky Knob has long enjoyed the reputation of friendly, family dining, a neighborhood bar and clean, comfortable lodging. The lodge contains a five room motel, private banquet room, dining room and lounge. The Rocky Knob is a terrific place for hunting, fishing and skiing with excellent river frontage. Priced to Sell at $550,000 B 36 Call Molly Greef at 381-3091 The Rocky Knob is located at 6065 US Highway 93 South in Conner, MT THE R O C KY K N OB ON THE BITTERROOT RIVER BAR, RESTAURANT, LODGING — OLD WEST AMBIENCE; NEW WEST COMFORT uilt by Jessie White (better known as Ptomaine Joe), the Rocky Knob has been an institution in the 170 South Second Street Hamilton, Montana 59840 406.363.1010 office sold@itencompany.com www.itencompany.com DISTINCTLY MONTANA • AUTUMN 2011 FOR SALE

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