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Passing the Torch

Passing the Torch

Passing the Torch documents a ninety year old Jazz master, Jimmy Heath, mentoring teenage musicians with a thirst for knowledge and an appreciation of America's homegrown art form, Jazz. Director Bret Primack captures Heath's gentle, humorous sharing of life lessons and the non-threatening way he guides aspiring artists to musical excellence. An esteemed mentor, Mr. Heath reaches a much younger generation by understanding his role, to be dependable, engaged, authentic, and finely tuned to their needs.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Passing the Torch
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2016-11-14
  • Runtime: 43 minutes
  • Rating: 0/10 (0 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies:
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.1708
  • Languages:

Cast & Crew

Jimmy Heath

Jimmy Heath

as Self

Brice Winston

Brice Winston

as Self

Doug Tidaback

Doug Tidaback

as Self

Scott Black

Scott Black

as Self

Gallery

Movie sceneMovie scene

Trailers & Clips

Jimmy Heath: John Coltrane's Work Ethic | Jimmy On John Coltrane's | Jazz Video Guy

Mona's Mood - Jimmy Heath

Passing the Torch - Trailer

Teenagers and Jazz Students Talk About Improvisation

Jazz Students Today

External Links

Keywords

jazzinstrumental jazzmusic school

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Passing the Torch?

Passing the Torch is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2016-11-14.

Who are the main actors in Passing the Torch?

The main cast includes Jimmy Heath, Brice Winston, Doug Tidaback, Scott Black, .

Where can I watch Passing the Torch online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Passing the Torch is available.

Is Passing the Torch based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Passing the Torch?

Passing the Torch has an IMDb rating of 0/10 based on 0 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Passing the Torch?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Passing the Torch?

The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Passing the Torch filmed?

Passing the Torch was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Passing the Torch?

The total runtime of Passing the Torch is 43 minutes.

Is Passing the Torch suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Passing the Torch?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Passing the Torch.

Does Passing the Torch have a post-credit scene?

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