Estherville, Iowa (NorthwestIowaNow.com) – High school jazz bands from across the region will showcase their musical talent and teamwork at the 2025 Jazz Band Contest January 23rd and 24th at Iowa Lakes Community College. Hosted by the ILCC Music Department, bands will compete in Divisions 1A, 2A, 3A, and 4A, with 1st through 3rd place trophies awarded in each division.

Additionally, judges will recognize individual soloists with excellence awards. The event is free and open to the public and will be held on the ILCC Estherville campus at the Janice K. Lund Performing Arts Center January 23rd and 24th.

Some schools from our area competing:  2 A Emmetsburg, Sioux Central, Alta Aurelia and in Class 3A Spirit Lake, Okoboji, Estherville and Storm Lake.