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  2. Trying to Get Good: The Jazz Odyssey of Jack Sheldon

Trying to Get Good: The Jazz Odyssey of Jack Sheldon

2008
1h 30m
Documentary
Music

Status

Released

Release

2008

Runtime

1h 30m

Storyline

Trumpeter and vocalist Jack Sheldon, best known to younger viewers for Schoolhouse Rock, tries to "get good." Recovering from many years of substance abuse and overcoming personal tragedy, he continues on his musical journey.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 30m
Mar 5, 2008
Director
Doug McIntyre
Penny Peyser
Penny Peyser
Production
Bialystock & Bloom
Bialystock & Bloom
February Films
February Films
Production Countries
United States of America
Official Website

Top Cast

6 Cast Members

Jack Sheldon

Jack Sheldon

Himself

Jesse Sheldon

Herself

Merv Griffin

Merv Griffin

Himself

Chris Botti

Chris Botti

Himself

James A. Baker

Self

William Claxton

Self

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