Saxophonist Jimmy Farace; Understanding The Past to Maximize His Growth, Ep 249

In Episode 249 of the Everything Saxophone Podcast, hosted by Donna Schwartz, rising star, baritone saxophonist Jimmy Farace, joins us for a conversation about storytelling through music, his influences, and his newly released debut album.

Below is a detailed timestamp guide to help you navigate the key highlights of our conversation with Jimmy Farace:

00:00 - His introduction to music
04:13 - Mark Colby’s influence on him
06:33 - Categories of what to practice
10:11 - How he creates his own lines
13:49 - Mentors that stood out in his college days
22:06 - Influences on his writing today
24:47 - What kept him busy during pandemic
33:26 - Learning the business side of music
37:16 - How he got into teaching
44:07 - Showcasing the beauty of the bari sax
49:45 - Creating his album
52:53 - How he was responsible for every note
57:30 - His setup while touring
01:03:23 - Soloing tips for bari sax players
01:10:00 - The cons of using bari saxes with the low A key
01:14:22 - Gear and setup
01:20:45 - Upcoming project

Explore more about Jimmy Farace—his music, background, and socials—all in one place: https://saxophonepodcast.com/saxophonist-jimmy-farace-understanding-the-past-to-maximize-his-growth-ep-249

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