Scatter Good Seed in The Fields is an original composition by alto saxophonist Justin Chart, appearing on his 2024 album Born of The Horn. The tune has been praised by reviewers for its explosive energy, tight horn sections, and raw improvisational intensity that evokes the spirit of 1960s Blue Note records. The composition features daring harmonic substitutions and penetrating sonorities, supporting a structural robustness that allows soloists to explore freely while maintaining a bluesy emotional core. Reviews in the LA Jazz Scene and five-star assessments from critic Colin Clarke have highlighted the piece's capacity to channel classic hard-bop fire into uncharted territory, with conversational interplay between horns and rhythm section creating a direct, spontaneous quality. On Born of The Horn, the solo order features trumpeter Mike Rocha, bassist Bill Markus, and drummer Danny Beallo, notably placing the rhythm section members in prominent improvisational roles while Chart's saxophone anchors the ensemble statements. A live version featuring Chart and Rocha is also available, further demonstrating the tune's suitability for in-the-moment performance. The composition fits squarely within Chart's artistic identity as a musician who prioritizes melodic intuition, harmonic daring, and the kind of soulful urgency that connects contemporary jazz to its hard-bop roots. It remains exclusive to Chart's own recordings.
Search Scatter Good Seed in The Fields lead sheets:
