Now in its 18th year, the Simpson College Jazz Festival has become a staple for promoting jazz and jazz education in central Iowa and beyond! The event is open to all high school jazz ensembles and serves as a qualifying event for the Iowa Jazz Championships, though bands can participate for comments only, too.

 

Held annually in January, the festival attracts some of the finest high school jazz ensembles in the state, and prides itself on hosting some of the most renowned judges of any festival in Iowa. Please visit the registration page to sign-up today and find more information about the festival using the tabs above, or on the FAQ page. And follow us on Facebook for to stay updated throughout the year. 

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Any questions or concerns about the festival can be addressed to festival director Dr. Steven Heffner at steven.heffner@simpson.edu or 515.961.1637, or through the "Contact us" page. 

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We look forward to seeing everyone in January!