Additionally, public funding had ended for musical associations that were suspected of having connections with radical organizations.
[1] Human Arts Ensemble co-founder, saxophonist James Marshall, continues to pursue the vision of HAE to this day in Tucson, Arizona.
Originally, after its activity in St. Louis, Jim and his then wife (and HAE co-founder) Carol, moved to Oregon to continue the project there in the context of a musician's commune.
However, when Jim moved to Tucson, Arizona, he continued to pursue his vision of free form and soulful jazz improvisation.
During the 90's Human Arts Ensemble played benefits to raise money for Iraqi civilians suffering under the effect of US/UN sanctions, and HAE members have regularly performed at anti-war protests.