Hours Fly, Flowers Die marks baritone saxophonist Jimmy Farace's debut as a leader. Inspired by Henry Van Dyke's poem For Katrina's Sundial, the album explores themes of nostalgia and the passage of time. Featuring GRAMMY-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. Growing Pains, Ferson Creek, Prophetic Dreams, Directionally Challenged, My Ship, Signs of Spring, Hours Fly Flowers Die, Single Petal of a Rose, Backyard Bobcast
