Founded in 1991, IGMD is the longest-running organization for ballet pianists and dance musicians with members across the globe.
IGMD offers resources, discussion groups, conferences, retreats, and a like-minded community to its members. The International Guild of Musicians in Dance (IGMD) is an organization dedicated to fostering collaborative relationships between dancers and musicians. IGMD was formed in Brockport, NY in the winter of 1990 to address the particular concerns of musicians working the the field of art dance, and to promote its members' efforts in the field.
02/01/2026
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02/01/2026
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Every month on the 10th we grab our favorite beverage and meet to plan & discuss π Join us!
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The Co-Mentorship Program
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10/20/2025
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A delightful and quirky take on an aspect of our industry. Written by Beth Mehocic, the founding editor for the IGMD Journal, featured in the 1994 issue.
09/04/2025
2025 IGMD Conference
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Sept. 5-7, Belhaven University, Jackson, MS, USA
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We have already announced all sessions βthe full schedule, along with the presentersβ bios, can be viewed on our website. Link in bio π
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09/02/2025
2025 IGMD Conference
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Sept. 5-7, Belhaven University, Jackson, MS, USA
Session: Improv Jam
Facilitator: Natalie Gilbert
When: Saturday, September 6 at 7:00 p.m.
Where: Studio 4, Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center.
Read Natalieβs bio and see full schedule of the conference on our website.
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09/02/2025
2025 IGMD Conference
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Sept. 5-7, Belhaven University, Jackson, MS, USA
Session: Musicians in Series β Ballet
Moderator: Suzanne Knosp
Dance musicians: Lucy Allan , Rob Kaplan , Bill Patterson
When: Saturday, September 6 at 2:15 p.m.
Where: Studio 4, Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center.
Read the participating dance musiciansβ bio and see full schedule of the conference on our website.
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09/02/2025
2025 IGMD Conference
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Sept. 5-7, Belhaven University, Jackson, MS, USA
Session: Musicians in Series β Contemporary/Modern
Moderator: Owen Rockwell .rockwell
Dance musicians: Chia-En Li , Farai Malianga, Tim Russell, John Toenjes
When: Saturday, September 6 at 9:30 a.m.
Where: Studio 4, Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center.
Read the participating dance musiciansβ bio and see full schedule of the conference on our website.
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09/02/2025
2025 IGMD Conference
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Sept. 5-7, Belhaven University, Jackson, MS, USA
Session: Expansion, Contraction, and Transformation β The Creation of Sacred Space for Communal Healing Through Africana Music and Dance
Presenter: Dr. Lisa Beckley-Roberts
When: Sunday, September 7 at 1:30 p.m.
Where: Studio 4, Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center.
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09/01/2025
2025 IGMD Conference
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Sept. 5-7, Belhaven University, Jackson, MS, USA
Session: Legacy β Transient Nullity Emergent Resurgence
Presenter: John Toenjes
When: Sunday, September 7 at 10:30 a.m.
Where: Studio 4, Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center.
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09/01/2025
2025 IGMD Conference
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Sept. 5-7, Belhaven University, Jackson, MS, USA
Session: The Pianist in Exile β Introducing criticality to practice, learning, teaching, and research in dance accompaniment
Presenter: Lucy Allan
When: Sunday, September 7 at 3:00 p.m.
Where: Studio 4, Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center.
Read Lucyβs bio and see full schedule of the conference on our website.
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08/31/2025
2025 IGMD Conference
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Sept. 5-7, Belhaven University, Jackson, MS, USA
Session: Predict and Connect β Tools for Compelling Advocacy in Our Field
Presenter: Greg Woodsbie + guest Arianna Marcell, dancer
When: Saturday, September 6 at 4:00 p.m.
Where: Studio 4, Bitsy Irby Visual Arts and Dance Center.
Read Gregβs bio and see full schedule of the conference on our website.
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