Iza Leaves Imperatriz’s Drum Queen Post for New ‘Queen of the School’ Role

Overview

• Iza, who disclosed the move Monday, left the Rainha de Bateria role to focus on new projects and return to touring as her daughter grows.
• Imperatriz Leopoldinense created the title Rainha da Escola to keep her formally tied to the samba school she calls her home.
• The school’s president, Catia Drumond, praised the arrangement in an official note that framed Iza as a role model for girls in the community.
• The Rainha de Bateria leads the drum section during rehearsals and parades, so stepping aside opens a demanding post that the school will fill next.
• Iza rejoined Imperatriz for Carnaval 2026 after three years away, parading in a tribute to Ney Matogrosso that placed fifth in Rio’s top division.