Charles City High School Hosts Jazz Fundraiser

Annual 'Jivin' with Jazz' event features student performances and dinner

Mar. 27, 2026 at 12:10am

The Charles City High School Music Department held its annual 'Jivin' with Jazz' program on Tuesday, March 24, featuring vocal and instrumental performances by the school's jazz band and vocal groups. The event, which serves as the 'peak of our jazz year,' according to music teacher Jake Gassman, included dinner and a show for community members.

Why it matters

The Jivin' with Jazz fundraiser is an important annual event for the Charles City High School music program, allowing students to showcase their talents while also raising funds to support the department's activities and initiatives.

The details

The Jivin' with Jazz program included performances by the high school's jazz band as well as vocal groups. The event, organized by the music department, was designed to highlight the students' musical skills and provide the community with an evening of dining and entertainment.

  • The Jivin' with Jazz program took place on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

The players

Jake Gassman

A music teacher at Charles City High School who oversees the school's jazz program.

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What they’re saying

“It's meant to be the peak of our jazz year.”

— Jake Gassman, Music Teacher

The takeaway

The Jivin' with Jazz fundraiser is an important annual event that showcases the talent and dedication of the Charles City High School music program, while also providing the community with an evening of dining and entertainment.