As a family with no professional musicians, approaching the conservatory application process was a daunting task. IMS and its team of experts helped us organize the often confusing requirements and deadlines of different schools. Steve also put me in touch with industry leaders and department chairs at major universities, which helped me craft a compelling portfolio and resume. Always a quick email away, Steve continues to be an insightful and encouraging mentor as I enter the collegiate and professional worlds. I am grateful to Inside Music Schools for their immense help over these past few years. Due in large part to IMS’s aid, I will be attending Columbia University and double-majoring in music composition and philosophy.