Peace
Jim Brickman · 2003
46 min · 13 tracks · new age music
Gentle piano melodies interweave with traditional holiday classics, creating a serene and reflective musical landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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We Three Kings Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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O Holy Night — This track features a delicate piano arrangement that elevates the emotional weight of the traditional carol, showcasing Brickman's ability to breathe new life into well-known hymns.
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Sending You a Little Christmas — With its original composition, this song captures the spirit of giving and warmth, reflecting Brickman's signature style while adding a personal touch to the album.
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Peace (Where the Heart is) — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of tranquility and belonging, featuring beautiful harmonies that evoke a sense of inner calm and reflection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends original and traditional pieces effectively, creating a soothing atmosphere for listeners.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of solo piano, with gentle melodies that often repeat motifs throughout the tracks.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional holiday melodies, while original compositions blend seamlessly with these classics.
- The last three tracks gradually decrease in tempo and intensity, creating a calming conclusion to the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady festive atmosphere
- gentle piano for reflection
- for cozy gatherings
- contemplative moments of peace
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer standalone upbeat tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Brickman's reputation with a number one debut on the New Age chart.
- Themes
- serene piano landscapes· traditional hymn reinterpretation· contemplative gratitude
- Career context
- Released in 2003, 'Peace' is Jim Brickman's sixth studio album, following his successful release 'The Gift' from 2002. At this point in his career, Brickman was solidifying his reputation as a prominent figure in the new age genre, known for his emotive piano compositions and seasonal music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Lanz· Yiruma· George Winston
Tracklist
- 1 We Three Kings Start here 3:42
- 2 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing 2:42
- 3 Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! 2:45
- 4 Early Snowfall 3:04
- 5 Do You Hear What I Hear? 4:05
- 6 Away in a Manger 3:45
- 7 Rejoice (O Come, O Come Emmanuel) 3:59
- 8 O Holy Night 3:29
- 9 Jingle Bells 3:40
- 10 God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen 4:21
- 11 Sending You a Little Christmas 4:05
- 12 Blessings 2:28
- 13 Peace (Where the Heart is) 4:04
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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