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Musical artist Wynton Marsalis hosts the Essentially Ellington Festival competition of high-school jazz bands.

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Brian Costello Common Sense Media May 31, 2012
5/5
Inspiring documentary about high school jazz musicians. Go to Full Review Michael Sragow Baltimore Sun Sep 11, 2009
3.5/4
Anyone who wonders why jazz and the movies are often called the quintessential American arts should check out Bruce Broder's exhilarating documentary about high school jazz bands. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Apr 2, 2024 A moving documentary that will inspire both music and non-music fans! See more Mar 10, 2013 Inspiring doc of high schoolers playing some incredible jazz. See more Mar 25, 2012 a brilliant concept filmmed through an experienced eye. a developmental journey lacking only mildly in its attempt to engulf the viewer See more Jun 21, 2010 One of the best documentary's out there. Passion. See more May 6, 2010 Terrific film! All you jazz band parents/students should see this. See more Feb 21, 2010 Great documentary with some great music. Good too see music still being held with such high respect and standards. Especially in the days of Lady Gaga & Akon. Like good jazz? Check this one out for sure. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis Musical artist Wynton Marsalis hosts the Essentially Ellington Festival competition of high-school jazz bands.
Director
Bruce Broder
Genre
Documentary, Music
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
May 22, 2017
Runtime
1h 28m
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