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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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jazz
instrumental jazz
music school
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Questions about Passing the Torch
How long is Passing the Torch?
Passing the Torch has a runtime of 43m ( and 43 minutes).
Who directed Passing the Torch?
Passing the Torch was directed by Bret Primack and released in 2016.
What genre is Passing the Torch?
Passing the Torch is a Documentary film (2016).
Who stars in Passing the Torch?
The cast of Passing the Torch includes Jimmy Heath, Brice Winston, Doug Tidaback, Scott Black.
