Sleeps with the Dishes little big band arrangement by Bill Fulton

Description

From the Bill Fulton 2009 cd release “About 12:00am.” You will enjoy the complex horn voicings and 5/4 meter that propels this jazz fusion composition into oblivion. Solo section in 3/4.

Sleeps with the Dishes jazz fusion is an original little big band composition and arrangement by Bill Fulton. Written with a contemporary jazz approach, the chart combines ensemble writing with the energy and rhythmic character associated with jazz fusion. As a result, it offers bands an original selection that can add contrast to a concert or performance program.

Sleeps with the Dishes Jazz Fusion for Little Big Band

The arrangement is designed around the sound of a little big band. Rather than simply imitating a full-size big band, the writing makes use of the smaller ensemble as its own musical format. The result is a focused ensemble sound with room for rhythmic detail, harmonic color, and interaction between the players.

In addition, Sleeps with the Dishes reflects Bill Fulton’s background as a composer and arranger working across jazz, big band, orchestral, and contemporary styles. The chart can work well alongside standards while also giving a program something original and less familiar.

A Contemporary Jazz Fusion Chart

Jazz fusion provides a broad musical framework for this piece. Consequently, the arrangement emphasizes a contemporary rhythmic feel rather than approaching the music as a traditional swing chart. Ensemble passages help establish the character of the piece, while the rhythm section supports its forward motion and overall groove.

Because the chart was conceived for little big band, each part contributes directly to the ensemble texture. This makes the arrangement useful for groups that want the impact of arranged jazz writing without requiring a conventional full big band.

Original Music by Bill Fulton

Sleeps with the Dishes is both composed and arranged by Bill Fulton. Therefore, the composition and orchestration were developed together rather than adapting an existing song to a new ensemble. That connection allows the musical ideas and ensemble writing to function as a unified piece.

Directors and musicians can explore more little big band arrangements and charts by Bill Fulton. You can also browse the complete music catalog for additional big band, orchestral, chamber, and solo music.

About Jazz Fusion

Jazz fusion developed through the combination of jazz with elements drawn from styles such as rock, funk, and other contemporary popular music. For additional historical background on the genre, visit the Encyclopaedia Britannica overview of jazz-rock and fusion.

If your ensemble is looking for an original contemporary chart with a distinctive title and a jazz-fusion character, Sleeps with the Dishes jazz fusion offers an alternative to standard repertoire while retaining the detailed ensemble writing of an arranged jazz performance.

Instrumentation:

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

Genre: jazz fusion, jazz waltz