Bill Fulton pianist – “Mystic Cowboy”

Bill Fulton pianist for Mystic Cowboy joined saxophonist James Gentry and The Tequila Sundance Band for this Latin jazz recording. Released in 2006, Mystic Cowboy features five extended performances. Gentry leads the group on tenor saxophone, while a varied acoustic ensemble adds depth and color.

The album combines original music with works by noted jazz composers. First, the program opens with Mark Levine’s “Linda Chicana.” It also includes James Gentry’s “Barbara Ellen” and the title track, “Mystic Cowboy.” In addition, the group performs Clare Fischer’s “Pensativa” and “Delerio.”

Bill Fulton on Piano

Bill Fulton plays piano on the album. James Gentry plays tenor saxophone, while George McMullen plays trombone and Ann King plays trumpet. Craig Fundyga adds vibes and percussion. Jason Hahn plays percussion, and Paul Goldberg handles drums and percussion. Finally, Val Schaffer and Nils Johnson share the bass duties.

Together, these instruments give the music a wide range of sounds. Piano and vibes blend with saxophone, trumpet, and trombone. Meanwhile, bass, drums, and percussion drive the rhythm. As a result, the group can move between ensemble passages, solos, and strong rhythmic sections.

James Gentry and The Tequila Sundance Band

James Gentry produced and arranged Mystic Cowboy. The musicians recorded and mixed the album at Sunburst Recording in Culver City. Bob Wayne served as engineer. Afterward, Wayne Peet mastered the project at Newzone Studio in Los Angeles.

The five tracks total nearly an hour of music. In fact, several performances run for more than ten minutes. Therefore, the musicians have plenty of room to develop solos and explore each arrangement.

Mystic Cowboy came out in 2006. Today, listeners can find the album on Apple Music. The recording offers another example of Bill Fulton’s work as a jazz pianist.

More Bill Fulton Recording Credits

Over the years, Fulton has worked as a pianist, keyboardist, composer, arranger, and orchestrator. His recording credits cover many styles and types of ensembles. For more examples, explore the Bill Fulton discography.

In addition, you can explore Bill Fulton’s arrangements, compositions, and commissions. His catalog includes music for jazz groups, big bands, orchestras, and other ensembles.

Year: 2006
Role: pianist
Album: Mystic Cowboy
Title: Linda Chicana, Barbara Ellen, Mystic Cowboy, Pensativa, Delerio
Artist: James Gentry
Release label: N/A
Purchase links: Amazon, CD Universe, iTunes