Jimmy Farace, Kenny Reichert, Ethan Philion, and Devin Drobka will be celebrating Farace’s debut album release on Thursday, April 24 at Berlin with two sets of original music and arrangements for a modern jazz quartet.

From an early age, Jimmy Farace has been captivated by the beauty and expressive power of the baritone saxophone. With an unwavering belief in the instrument’s ability to tell profound musical stories, Farace has already earned praise from some of jazz’s finest voices. "Jimmy Farace’s playing and writing are the mark of someone who demands the attention of a wide audience!" says saxophonist Walter Smith III, while baritone legend Gary Smulyan describes his tone as “deeply emotional, mature, and his sound simply gorgeous.”

Based in Chicago, Farace is quickly becoming recognized as an up-and-coming voice in jazz. His upcoming debut album, Hours Fly, Flowers Die (Shifting Paradigm Records, April 2025), is a heartfelt exploration of nostalgia and time inspired by Henry Van Dyke’s For Katrina’s Sundial. Featuring Grammy award–winning bassist Clark Sommers, Dana Hall, Kenny Reichert, Julius Tucker, the KAIA String Quartet, and producer Greg Ward, the album showcases Farace’s original modern jazz compositions and arrangements.

Farace has performed and recorded with a wide range of acclaimed artists, including Sharel Cassity, Jeff Campbell, Scott Hesse, Scott Burns, Matt Ulery and Ethan Philion. As a leader, he has graced Chicago stages including the Green Mill, Andy’s Jazz Club, the Hungry Brain, Constellation, and Evanston SPACE. His groups have toured nationally at venues including Café Vivace, The Bop Stop, Con Alma, and Pausa Art House.

Band Members

Jimmy Farace - Baritone Sax
Kenny Reichert - Guitar
Ethan Philion - Bass
Devin Drobka - Drums