Bill Fulton pianist – “Parallels”
Bill Fulton pianist Parallels — that’s the short version. In 2017, Bill Fulton joined the studio as featured pianist for David Ricard’s album Parallels. It was released on ArtistShare. The record blends straight-ahead swing with contemporary jazz writing, and Fulton’s piano runs through several of its key tracks.
As an in-demand session pianist based in Los Angeles, Fulton brought both improvisational depth and tight ensemble sensibility to the sessions. Specifically, his playing appears on six tracks from the album:
- Baker’s Dozen
- Come Out Swingin’
- The Odd Couple
- Pretty Memory
- Sriracha Cha!
- Wandering Waltz
Track titles like “Baker’s Dozen” and “Sriracha Cha!” hint at the record’s playful, rhythmically sharp character. Meanwhile, pieces like “Pretty Memory” and “Wandering Waltz” lean into more lyrical, ballad-style writing. Overall, Fulton’s piano moves between driving swing comping and open, melodic solo space. This range is exactly what session work in the LA jazz scene demands.
Currently, Parallels is available to stream and purchase through Apple Music and Amazon. In addition, the original release page can still be found on ArtistShare.
More jazz piano credits
This session sits alongside a number of other recordings in Bill Fulton’s discography. For example, a similar keyboard-focused date is his work on The California LP. Also worth checking out is his dual role as pianist and arranger on Give Me a Memory. To learn more about his background as a performer, arranger, and producer, visit his full biography.
Year: 2017Role: pianist
Album: Parallels
Title: Baker's Dozen, Come Out Swingin', The Odd Couple, Pretty Memory, Sriracha Cha!, Wandering Waltz
Artist: David Ricard
Release label: artistShare
Purchase links: Apple iTunes, Amazon
