Peace Pipe (Ben Allison album)

Peace Pipe is an album by American jazz bassist and composer Ben Allison, released in 2002 on Palmetto Records. The album features a quintet consisting of Allison on bass, Ron Horton on trumpet, Michael Blake on tenor saxophone, Ted Nash on alto saxophone and clarinet, and Michael Sarin on drums.

The album's tracks feature Allison's signature compositional style, blending elements of modern jazz, funk, and world music. Peace Pipe explores themes of conflict and resolution, reflected in the musical interplay between the musicians and the album's overall sonic landscape. Critics have noted the album's strong melodic content, sophisticated arrangements, and the individual improvisational skills of the ensemble members. The album was generally well-received by jazz critics, praised for its originality and engaging musicality.