Description
Rock out to Bill Fulton’s classic “New Religion” with this gospel-infused little big band arrangement. This chart from Fulton’s 2002 CD “Time” is sure to have your audience clapping and dancing to the beat!
New Religion little big band is an energetic original composition and arrangement by Bill Fulton that combines gospel, funk and contemporary jazz. Originally recorded for Fulton’s 2002 album Time, the chart brings the excitement of a larger horn ensemble to a compact eight-piece band.
The arrangement features four horns supported by guitar, piano or keyboard, bass and drums. Strong ensemble writing, rhythmic figures and a gospel-influenced groove give the piece an upbeat character. As a result, it can add an energetic change of pace to a jazz concert, festival performance or club set.
New Religion Little Big Band Sound
The New Religion little big band arrangement uses alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet and trombone to create a full horn-section sound without requiring a traditional big band. The four horns work together as a unified section while the rhythm section provides the drive and harmonic foundation.
Gospel influences are central to the personality of the composition. At the same time, funk and jazz elements give the arrangement a contemporary edge. The result is music designed to communicate directly with an audience while still providing musicians with substantial ensemble material.
Instrumentation
- Alto sax
- Tenor sax
- Trumpet
- Trombone
- Guitar
- Piano/Keyboard
- Bass
- Drums
From Bill Fulton’s Time Album
New Religion originally appeared on Bill Fulton’s 2002 album Time. The recording features ten original compositions that explore contemporary jazz, jazz fusion, funk, Latin and gospel influences. You can learn more about the recording on the Bill Fulton Time album page.
Band directors can also explore the complete collection of arrangements from Time or browse more little big band arrangements by Bill Fulton.
Gospel, Funk and Jazz for Eight Players
This arrangement is a strong choice for ensembles that want the impact of a horn-driven jazz group with only four horn players. The combination of gospel energy, funk rhythm and jazz harmony gives New Religion its distinctive musical identity.
The original Time recording also received attention from the jazz press. For additional background on Bill Fulton and the album, visit Bill Fulton’s profile at All About Jazz.
Genre: Jazz, funk, gospel, jazz fusion
Instrumentation:
- Alto sax
- Tenor sax
- Trumpet
- Trombone
- Guitar
- Piano/Keyboard
- Bass
- Drums
Genre: jazz / funk
Additional information
| instrument type | little big band |
|---|---|
| genre | funk, jazz |
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