...Piltzecker wrests every ounce of warmth and spirit from his talented group as he entwines unforeseen moods and tempos—one of 2023's more inspired and pleasurable albums.
New York vibraphonist Ted Piltzecker returns to Denver for a follow-up of his 2023 release, Vibes on a Breath, this time though in an open quartet setting with his vibes brought to the front, adding inspired interplay with virtuoso trumpeter Brad Goode while also supplying the group's harmonic palette through his 4-mallet comping and counterpoint. Along with drummer Paul Romaine and bassist Gonzalo Teppa, Piltzecker brought in percussionists Vinicius Barros and Hugo Alcazar from Brazil and Peru, providing surprising rhythmic textures to classic jazz standards such as "I Remember Clifford" and a Latin-tinged "In a Sentimental Mood." Piltzecker's work transports to an alluring musical world where every note is infused with a personal touch.
"Cool thought-provoking arrangements...offering surprising twists. The originals are layered with sonic beauty and sophistication." Jae Sinnett, WHRV
Track Listing:
1 Whisper Not 5:17
2 Landó Bear 3:57
3 Bluesette 4:45
4 I Remember Clifford 7:39
5 In a Sentimental Mood 7:03
6 Nardis 5:23
7 Delilah 6:40
8 In Your Own Sweet Way 5:11
9 Peace 6:58
10 5/4 Decision 4:11
11 Old Devil Moon 4:01
Music by:
(1) B. Golson; (2,10) Piltzecker; (3) T. Theilemans; (4) Golson; (5) D. Ellington; (6) M. Davis; (7) L. Wright; (8) D. Brubeck; (9) H. Silver; (11) Lane/Harburg
All music arranged by Piltzecker
Performers:
Ted Piltzecker - vibraphone, marimba, percussion
Brad Goode - trumpet
Gonzalo Teppa - bass
Paul Romaine - drums
Vinicius Barros - Brazilian percussion
Hugo Alcazar - Peruvian percussion
Production Info:
Produced by Ted Piltzecker
Recorded by Colin Bricker
at Mighty Fine Productions, Denver, CO
on May 20 - 21, 2024
Mixed & mastered by Fernando Martinez
at Estudio Moma, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Front cover photo by Phil Cantor
Cover design & layout by John Bishop
Reviews of Peace Vibes
Paris Move (Thierry De Clemensat)
4-STARS It has become increasingly difficult for me to listen to vibraphonists since first hearing Sasha Berliner, whose artistry redefined my sense of the instrument's possibilities. Yet one must admit that this album, steeped in bebop accents and marked by an exceptional attention to detail in its compositions, cannot leave any listener indiffer ...
All About Jazz (Jack Bowers)
4-STARS With the world desperately in need of more Peace Vibes in these times of seemingly endless strife and division, vibraphonist Ted Piltzecker is happy to oblige, putting his Colorado-based "quartet" to work on the problem via a series of bright and handsome themes whose gracefulness and charm are designed to calm even the most savage beast.
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Jazz'halo (Belgium) (Ferdinand Dupuis-Panther)
The first is "Whisper Not". At first we hear swipes on eardrums and a lively bass. After that, the vibraphonist and also the trumpeter step onto the stage, so to speak. The sound space is shared by Ted Piltzecker and Brad Goode. The former lays down a very elaborate solo, accompanied by the drummer's brush playing. As a result, the bass player also ...
Making a Scene (Dee Dee McNeil)
New York vibraphonist, Ted Piltzecker returns to Denver, Colorado for a follow-up to his release of 2023 titled "Vibes on a Breath."
This time, on his album called "Peace Vibes" he has teamed up with trumpeter Brad Goode. Ted also adds South American percussionists to the mix, bringing Brazilian culture and Peruvian culture into his arrangements ...
