Trying to Get Good: The Jazz Odyssey of Jack Sheldon (2008)

  • NR
  • 03/05/2008 (US)
  • Documentary, Music
  • 1h 30m

Overview

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.

Doug McIntyre

Writer, Director

Penny Peyser

Writer, Director

Cast

Jack Sheldon's headshot

Jack Sheldon

Himself
Jesse Sheldon's headshot

Jesse Sheldon

Herself
Merv Griffin's headshot

Merv Griffin

Himself
Chris Botti's headshot

Chris Botti

Himself
James A. Baker's headshot

James A. Baker

Self
William Claxton's headshot

William Claxton

Self

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