From Our Community

“Art Beyond the Ink consistently delivers stellar programs that delight both children and adults. They provide a much needed opportunity for children to experience live music more often than not for the very first time. It is always a positive and memorable experience for each child that attends, and I highly recommend their services!”

— Amanda Pagan
Senior Librarian of the Children’s Room,
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Branch of the New York Public Library

“Usually composers are asked to score music for films; it was a fascinating experience seeing the opposite: that moments in my music, abstract sounds, things not necessarily conceived with imageries in mind being transformed into sceneries, communicating messages visually, through which the meaning of certain sounds evolves, constantly transforming themselves.”

— Ziyi Tao
Composer, 3rd Prize Winner of EXPO: New Works Competition

“Having Art Beyond the Ink come into our classes at Buffalo String Works gave our students an opportunity to celebrate all of the types of creating they enjoy! It was such a thrill to see the energy and curiosity brought out in these young musicians thanks to ABI. Their workshops supported our learning for the entire semester and were a huge highlight for everyone involved.”

— Tegan Faran
Teaching artist at Buffalo String Works

The instructors were nice, clear, fun and enthusiastic. We loved the class!!!

—Dana G.
Parent

Really love the format and inclusive way to get 👍 as many kids involved as possible 😀! Very easy to follow through and it was a great experience.

—De'Hélen J.
Parent

“[Art Beyond the Ink] did a wonderful job with the kids and they even took music requests!… I hope we can have [them] again in the future.”

— Carmen Penas-Barrio
Children’s Librarian at the Morris Park Branch of the New York Public Library

“I absolutely loved working with Rebecca and Emmalie. From the beginning they were so passionate about the art they were representing and put everything they had into the production. Working with them has been rewarding on different levels - from being able to contribute my talents to an already wonderful performance piece, to having the opportunity to be involved with brilliant artists, but most importantly knowing that the work being done is grounded in education and accessibility in the arts. It's artistry with a purpose and how can you not be inspired by that.”

— Kenneth Sousie
Director of Mouse Trap