MUSIC : Seeds : Disc / pub : Desert Spirit : FREE Arrangements

"Justice For the Earth" - Seeds Quartet

What is it?
Seeds is the name of a new jazz quartet featuring Fred Forney, trumpet and flugelhorn, Chuck Marohnic, piano, Dwight Kilian, bass and Dom Moio, drums.

The inspiration for the name Seeds comes from a wish that through the music the listener will become more sensitized to the world we live in. It is a call to honor God’s creation, the Earth All the compositions are original from the group and reflect this theme. This new music breathes with organically developmental improvisation on beautiful and interesting compositions with a sense of introspection, reflection and adventure.

Who are we?
Fred Forney is Director of Jazz Studies at Mesa Community College and has been a first call trumpet player in Phoenix for over 25 years performing with commercial acts and innovative jazz groups.

Chuck Marohnic — reknowned jazz pianist / composer / educator — is Emeritus Director of Jazz Studies at Arizona State University. He has recorded 30+ CDs and published 15 books.

Dwight Kilian is adjunct professor of jazz bass at Arizona State University. He has recorded and played with many of the jazz legends. He also serves as Project Manager for Music Serving the Word ministries in the Phoenix metro area.

Dom Moio is adjunct professor of jazz drumset at Arizona State Universtiy and Mesa Community College. Has recorded 20 CDs and written 4 books. He is an in demand clinician for Sabian Cymbals, and Trick Percussion Products.

Song List

Justice for the EarthA beautiful ballad opening the CD. Chuck Marohnic music, BMI.

Be Still and Listen This song invites the listener to subtle levels of listening. The wind sound in the beginning suggests that something is about to happen. The soloing order breaks from traditional formats to each player sharing a section of the piece for an improvisational statement. Also notice the beginnings of the concept of group improvisation. Chuck Marohnic music, BMI.

Val VistaA great groove in the style of Ahmad Jamal mixed with a suggestion of reggae. The title translates to World Vision. Chuck Marohnic music, BMI.

SpiritsFred’s beautiful ballad and playing draw the listener to the lyricism in the music. Fred Forney music, ASCAP.

Hummingbird Just as a hummingbird flits from one flower to another, so goes the melody. Drums play the melody up-front. Chuck Marohnic music, BMI.

Sanctus The title implies the sacred. We hold God’s creation in reverence. The groove is an adaptation of Tony Williams’ song Sister Cheryl. Piano plays the melody with trumpet framing the piece with Harmon mute. Chuck Marohnic music, BMI.

Wish For Our ChildrenThis is a pretty little waltz. The sounds of children playing underscore the importance of the title. Fred Forney music, ASCAP.

Uncommon TouchThis is somewhat of a free improvisation over a determined form. Can you find the repeating rhythm figure that anchors the tune? This was also recorded on Chuck’s CD, Trios. Chuck Marohnic music, BMI.

Delicate BalanceThis great closer gives the listener a chance to reflect. Fred Forney music, ASCAP.

MUSIC : Seeds : Disc / pub : Desert Spirit : FREE Arrangements