Jazz Ensemble earns an excellent rating

Derek LaBarge and Carter Johanningmeier play "Over the Rainbow" during the State Jazz Festival Wednesday night. Press photo by Thomas Nelson.

IHSMA judge Tom Haugen instructs Darian Cleveland to increase the volume for her bass. Press photo by Thomas Nelson.

The Charles City High School Jazz Ensemble plays during the 2018 IHSMA State Jazz Festival. Press photo by Thomas Nelson.

Charles City High School Band Director Jake Gassman directs his jazz ensemble as it plays "How High the Moon." Press photo by Thomas Nelson.

Charles City High School Band Director Jake Gassman watches his jazz ensemble get critiqued during the IHSMA State Jazz Festival at the North Grand Auditorium. Press photo by Thomas Nelson.

Tim Davis, an IHSMA judge, watches Derek LaBarge and Carter Johanningmeier play during the State Jazz Festival Wednesday night. Press photo by Thomas Nelson.