Musicians at Pella Christian High School are exploring a new sound.

Director of Bands Shannon Dykstra tells KNIA/KRLS News this is the first year they will feature a jazz band. She says there has been an effort to expand arts at the school, as the program implemented a marching band three years ago as well. Band and choir students will be featured this evening at the annual Pella Christian High School Music Concert, which begins at 7 p.m. in the Vermeer Auditorium. A free will offering will be taken as admission for those wanting to support music programs at Pella Christian.

Pella Community:
– Pella Middle Schools Orchestra – 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 15th

Pella Christian:
-Spanish Immersion Christmas Program – 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 15th at Pella Christian High

Knoxville Schools (all at the Knoxville Performing Arts Center):
– Middle School Vocal- 7 p.m. on Tuesday, December 13th
– High School Band and Vocal – 7 p.m. on Monday, December 19th
– Middle School Band – 7 p.m. on Tuesday, December 20th

Pleasantville Schools:
– Elementary Christmas Concert – 6:30pm on Wednesday, December 19th at Pleasantville HS Gymnasium
– 6-8 MS Band and Choir Winter Concert – 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 20th – Pleasantville HS Gymnasium
– 9-12 HS Band and Choir Winter Concert – 8 p.m. on Tuesday, December 20th – Pleasantville HS Gymnasium