“…thoroughly enjoyed the program, especially the exciting entertainment by the Integrated Performing Arts Guild.” - Gov. Linda Lingle, Hawaii, in a congratulatory letter to the Congress of Visayan Organizations

“Excellent…” - H. Wayne Mendoza, Dance Professor, University of Hawaii, Honolulu 

“I was riveted to my seat,… rapturous high such as the spirit experiences …. world-class….perfection in motion….No description I make could adequately describe the perfection created by Prof. Steve Fernandez; it can only be experienced by watching IPAG perform.” – JP Paredes, “IPAG - A Cultural Treat,” Filipino American Bulletin, Seattle, Washington, August 2006.

“WOW!!! …incredible…absolutely gorgeous… awesome to watch!! I do not have enough words…” - Carolyn Barkley, in an email, Aug. 10, 2006, Asst. Director for Administration, Dept. of Natural Resources, Olympia, Washington 

“…not to be missed. I was very impressed…” - Nestor Garcia, Member, City and County Council of Honolulu 

“…precision, dexterity…. with expressive and passionate singing…. mesmerizing an entranced audience! …. IPAG …was Imaginative, Profound, Astounding, and Grandiose…. intense and riveting … exquisite grace… sheer artistry … it was all there … from moment to moment, from beginning to end! ….We were captivated by the breathtaking presentation of the ensemble… the splendor of … performance and the graciousness of [the] company.” - Jose Bulatao, Jr., Vice-chair, Kauai Filipino Centennial Celebration Committee, published review in the Kauai Philippine Centennial site

“…memorable show… BEST gift to us EVER…” - Delia Vita, Organizer, in an email to Dr. Rufino Ignacio, Ph.D, President FACSPS 

“…great performance… Enriching … Standing ovation pa and the audience kept yelling for more….Ang laki ng na miss-out ng iba na nag-turn down sa tickets. Ang office phone ko this morning kept ringing dahil tuwang-tuwa ang mga binentahan naming ng tickets. Kailan daw babalik ang IPAG. Even the songs brought tears to their eyes…” - Melanie Paredes, Organizer, Greater Washington Alpha Phi Omega, in an email to Dr. Rufino Ignacio, Ph.D 

“…SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE ….” – citation of Filipino Cultural Heritage Society of Washington, Greater Washington Alpha Phi Omega, UST Alumni Association of Washington, Inner Circle Association of Washington, presented to IPAG, August 13, 2006

“… invaluable work … and … splendid performances.” – citation of the Congress of Visayan Organizations, presented to IPAG, Honolulu, Hawaii, August 6, 2006 

“… unrelenting, persistent and creative passion …. outstanding, thrilling and exciting performance ….” – 2006 Cultural Enhancement and Heritage Award, presented to Filipino American Community of South Puget Sound, August 12, 2006.

“…ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS!!! Oh my gosh!!! -- what an incredible production!  Everything was top notch -- the dancing, the music, the costumes, the blocking, the...everything!  …. absolutely beautiful.” Barbara Lang, pianist, North Carolina, in an e-mail, Sept. 18, 2006.

“The show … inspired and enlightened …. I was totally engaged by the spectacular arrangement of dramatic dance, music, and costumes. It was truly amazing to watch such talent.” Laura Casey, Art Specialist, St. Mary Magdalene Catholic School, in an email, Sept. 18, 2006. 

“… exquisite and flawless. The artistry belies description….  [IPAG] made this festival the best that Fayetteville has ever seen in all of its 28 year history.” Wina S. Hathaway, Vice President, Samahang Pilipino, Fayetteville, NC, USA, in an e-mail, Sept. 25, 2006.

“Awesome performance…” in an e-mail, Noel Alon, Vice President, Columbia, South Carolina Philippine American Association, Sept. 24, 2006.