In Your Face little big band arrangement by Bill Fulton

Description

Bust out the funk with this Little Big Band arrangement of Bill Fulton’s “In Your Face”. It’s fast-paced and includes an inventive B section with a unique harmonic resolution. Perfect for adding an element of surprise to any performance.

Funk Little Big Band Arrangement – In Your Face

This funk little big band arrangement of Bill Fulton’s original composition “In Your Face” delivers a fast-paced blend of funk and jazz. Written for four horns and rhythm section, the chart combines rhythmic energy with colorful harmony. As a result, it gives a smaller ensemble a powerful and full-bodied sound.

The arrangement features alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet, and trombone. Guitar, piano or keyboard, bass, and drums complete the rhythm section. Therefore, the instrumentation works well for an eight-piece little big band while still providing the punch and variety associated with a larger jazz ensemble.

A Fast-Paced Funk Little Big Band Arrangement

“In Your Face” moves with an energetic funk feel from the start. The horn writing gives each player an important role in the ensemble texture. Meanwhile, the rhythm section provides the drive that keeps the chart moving forward.

One of the distinctive moments comes in the B section. Here, the harmony takes an unexpected direction before arriving at an unusual resolution. Consequently, this section provides contrast to the more direct rhythmic character of the surrounding music. It also gives both the musicians and the audience something unexpected to hear.

Instrumentation

• Alto sax
• Tenor sax
• Trumpet
• Trombone
• Guitar
• Piano/Keyboard
• Bass
• Drums

Funk and Jazz for Little Big Band

This funk little big band arrangement is a strong choice for ensembles looking for contemporary jazz writing with an assertive rhythmic character. Although the group uses only four horns, the scoring is designed to create a substantial ensemble sound. In addition, the combination of saxophones and brass provides plenty of contrast throughout the chart.

Because “In Your Face” is an original Bill Fulton composition, it can also bring something different to a program built around familiar jazz standards. The funk groove, quick pace, and distinctive harmonic ideas give the arrangement its own musical identity.

Explore more little big band arrangements and charts by Bill Fulton. You can also browse Bill Fulton’s big band arrangements and charts for music written for larger horn sections.

For additional information about jazz and its musical traditions, visit Smithsonian Jazz. You can also explore jazz education resources from Jazz at Lincoln Center.

Genre

Funk, jazz

Instrumentation:

• Alto sax
• Tenor sax
• Trumpet
• Trombone
• Guitar
• Piano/Keyboard
• Bass
• Drums

Genre: funk, jazz