
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: 2.2709
- Languages:
Cast & Crew

Jimmy Heath
as Self

Brice Winston
as Self

Doug Tidaback
as Self

Scott Black
as Self
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Passing the Torch?â–Ľ
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?â–Ľ
The main cast includes Jimmy Heath, Brice Winston, Doug Tidaback, Scott Black, .
Where can I watch Passing the Torch online?â–Ľ
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Is Passing the Torch based on a true story?â–Ľ
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The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Passing the Torch filmed?â–Ľ
Passing the Torch was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Passing the Torch?â–Ľ
The total runtime of Passing the Torch is 43 minutes.
Is Passing the Torch suitable for kids?â–Ľ
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Will there be a sequel to Passing the Torch?â–Ľ
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