Pella High School Jazz I is making the most of the 2020-21 school year, despite many traditional events they perform and compete at being shuttered or significantly altered.

This week would have marked the Iowa Jazz Championships, and for two years in a row, the event has been cancelled due to COVID-19.

Juniors Dora Roorda and Alexa Gaylor were among eight Pella High students chosen for All-State recognition from the Iowa Jazz Educators of Iowa, and both say they are still enjoying playing music with their friends and continuing the tradition of excellence in the ensemble.

Pella High School music students still have concerts scheduled to end the academic year, as Jazz I performs at the annual Carnaby Club on April 30th and May 1st; shares the stage with Acapella Show Choir on Friday, May 7th, at the 86th Tulip Time Festival. The Pella High School Concert Band will perform on Friday, April 23rd.