Quotes

"The Institute for the Musical Arts is a great idea that is long overdue."
--Bonnie Raitt, recording artist & IMA advisory board member.

"...IMA is a place and a way for the personal to be political. In a time when the gun and sword become the weary tool of the human heart, let it be important that there be a place for singing and togetherness. IMA exists to help us help ourselves."
--Ferron, songwriter, former artist in residence, IMA faculty

"IMA does incredibly fine work supporting women in music. As a man, it's been one of the most profound experiences of my life to be on the receiving end of a woman expressing her full creative spirit.... It's an honor to to work with this amazing group."
--Taylor Johnson, T.H.E Microphones

"The first time I walked into...(IMA), it took my breath away.
The place has a unique magic that opens you to your own voice and inner knowledge."
-Alyx Benham, of the trio Copper Wimmin which recorded its debut CD at IMA