Pella Jazz I Aims for 6th Straight Iowa Jazz Championship

Pella High School's acclaimed jazz band will compete in the 4A division for the first time.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 2:55pm

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The Pella High School Jazz I ensemble is set to compete in the Iowa Jazz Championships on Tuesday, seeking their sixth consecutive state title. After winning the Class 3A championship in 2025, the acclaimed jazz program will now compete in the larger 4A division for the first time.

Why it matters

Pella High School's jazz program has built a remarkable legacy of excellence, winning 22 state championships and placing in the top four for 41 consecutive years. Their continued dominance at the highest levels of high school jazz competition is a point of immense pride for the Pella community.

The details

Pella Jazz I will look to extend their remarkable run of success at the Iowa Jazz Championships, where they have won the state title 22 times and placed in the top four for 41 straight years. This year, the ensemble will compete in the larger 4A division for the first time after winning the 3A championship in 2025.

  • The Iowa Jazz Championships will take place on Tuesday, April 8, 2026.
  • Pella Jazz I won the Class 3A state championship in 2025.

The players

Pella High School

A public high school located in Pella, Iowa, known for its acclaimed jazz program that has won 22 state championships and placed in the top four for 41 consecutive years.

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What’s next

Pella Jazz I will compete in the 4A division of the Iowa Jazz Championships on Tuesday, April 8, 2026, seeking their sixth consecutive state title.

The takeaway

Pella High School's jazz program has built a remarkable legacy of excellence, consistently performing at the highest levels of high school jazz competition. Their continued dominance is a source of immense pride for the Pella community.