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Trying to Get Good: The Jazz Odyssey of Jack Sheldon

Mar 5, 2008 · 1h 30m
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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.

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Jack Sheldon
Himself
Jesse Sheldon
Herself
Merv Griffin
Himself
Chris Botti
Himself
James A. Baker
Self
William Claxton
Self
Directed by Doug McIntyre

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Released
Original language
EN
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—
Revenue
—
Production
Bialystock & Bloom, February Films
Country
US

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