A podcast about jazz - how to listen, play, practice, and enjoy. Listen for a combo of advice, insights, and occasional humor from pianists Peter Martin and Adam Maness. A podcast from Open Studio https://www.openstudiojazz.com
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Well... has it come to this? Peter and Adam reflect on the journey of creating and producing their podcast, sharing the challenges they faced, and the moments that make the journey so rewarding. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Looking to drop a question? Want to listen to the audio pod? Look no further https://yo…
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Adam and Peter take to the Speakpipe! It's been long enough - time to dive into our listener's questions such as their ultimate minor 2-5 voicing and what records have the best sound on the piano. Drop a question in our speakpipe if you think you need a little YHI support! Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Looking …
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Come hang with Peter and Adam as they check out Spotify's curated "State Of Jazz" list. Spotify's State Of Jazz Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀. Follow us o…
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We all know there are different degrees to being a snob but Adam and Peter thought its about time we nail them down! Time to sniff out all the snobs and find out what exactly makes them tick. Audio only?? Look no further https://youllhearit.com/ Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a S…
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Kenny Garrett's Songbook is a huge contender for one the best albums to come out of the 90's jazz movement. So many things about this album hit hard for jazz musicians and music lovers alike. Kenny Garrett at Montreaux '97 Kenny Garrett "Songbook" Audio only?? Look no further https://youllhearit.com/ Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a b…
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Have you checked out Interplay? One of Bill Evan's most swinging performances on record! Join Adam and Peter as they break down what makes this album hit so hard. Peter's 10 Greatest Jazz Albums Interplay Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Pete…
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1972... Something about that year just hit different! The albums from this era are too good and this one sets the standard high. Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway are two of the greatest singers that century had ever seen and their contributions have helped musicians in all genres. How would you rate this seminal album? Unlock your FREE Open Studio …
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Peter and Adam finally get a chance to check the legendary Roy Hargrove's seminal album "Earfood". This album has impacted so many people merely for the track Strasburg/St. Denis but every tune can be credited to the development of the culture. Come hang with us and dissect what really makes this album great. Earfood Unlock your FREE Open Studio tr…
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Finally! Peter divulges what solo he thinks would really make the difference in your playing if you were to only transcribe one solo. Bags Groove Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head over to our YouTube channe…
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Black Codes From The Underground... Is it the seminal modern jazz album of the 80's? Adam and Peter check out the incredible album from early in Wynton and Branford Marsalis' career. How did this album effect you? Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from A…
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Adam and Peter tell all in this episode focused on how to play OUTside the changes and the different approached you can use. George Garzone's Triadic Approach Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head over to our Y…
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Time Out Is Way Weirder Than You Think
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Time out! The album we all know but maybe haven't truly dived into. Well leave THAT to the YHI team this time because, in this episode, we plan to dive in deep and find out what truly makes this album great. Check the full album Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout…
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Can we write a tune in 30 minutes? Well there's no time like the present! Tune in while Adam and Peter dive into writing a tune under the hotspot. Improvisation and perseverance converge for this very special episode. Can they do it? Let's find out. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Check out Peter's Composition Co…
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Adam and Peter jump head first into Jazz history with this episode. Enjoy this listen of John Coltrane's potential Magnum Opus "A Love Supreme". What effect did this record have on your musical journey? Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter …
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Adam and Peter compare their experiences of learning music to the average students of today. Were things better then or now? Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀…
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The First Great Album Of The 21st Century
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Adam and Peter go in deep about the iconic Joshua Redman album "Beyond' and attempt to discover exactly what makes this album so great. Check out "Beyond" for yourself. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head ove…
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In this episode, Adam and Peter talk about the long road of practicing your craft and how that incrementally sculpts your voice as an artist. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Theme Song "Emotion In Motion" Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head…
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Jazz Musicians Get Real About ‘Kind Of Blue'
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Kind of Blue is one of the most iconic albums in the jazz idiom. It's inspired so many of us that we even use it as the modern standard for a great album. Join Adam and Peter as they breakdown what exactly makes this album so great. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Chec…
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Adam and Peter dive into their favorite subject... HARMONY! Adam walks us through modal interchange and all of it's functions. North Sea Jazz Fest Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head over to our YouTube chann…
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What Makes This Album Great: Songs In The Key Of Life
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In this episode, Adam and Peter check out one of Stevie Wonder's iconic albums. The master piece entitled "Songs in the Key of Life". What would you rate this album? Check the album yourself! Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at…
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In this episode Peter and Adam tackle the big question... are they sell outs? Have they gone too far with their endeavors or is it coming from the right place. Stay tuned and decide for yourself! Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and mor…
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In this special episode, Adam and Peter talk life and musical evolution through their personal experiences. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀. Follow us on In…
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What Makes This Album Great: Live At The Pershing
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In this episode, Adam and Peter check out the incredible Ahmad Jamal: Live At The Pershing. This incredible album is no doubt a part of every jazz musician's canon. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head over to…
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In this episode, Adam and Peter talk all about how to use the triad melodically to unlock some hip sounding language in your soloing. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a bett…
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YHI audio SHORT - Here's a taste of our incredible episode entitled "How I became a better player in my 40's". If you haven't heard it - be sure to check it out!By Peter Martin & Adam Maness
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YHI Audio Short - Check out our latest episode all about the melodic minor scale and how theory can work FOR you instead of against you. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a b…
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What Makes This Album Great: Light As A Feather
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In this episode, Adam and Peter check out Chick Corea's iconic classic "Light As A Feather". Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀. Follow us on Instagram…
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In this episode, Adam and Peter discuss the functionality of the elusive unicorn chord. What makes this chord so special? Tune in and find out! Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Diminished Triads to Melt Faces Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 H…
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What Makes This Album Great: Nancy Wilson / Cannonball Adderley
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In this installment of our "What Makes This Album Great" series we take a look at Nancy Wilson / Cannonball Adderley. Let us know in the comments what you would score this album! Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio …
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In this episode, Adam and Peter discuss what Adam has dubbed his most controversial chord movement. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. https://openstudiojazz.link/trial 📸 Follow us on Instagram Things You Didn't Know About Dominant ChordsBy Peter Martin & Adam Maness
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What Makes This Album Great: Double Rainbow
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In this installment of our "What Makes This Album Great" series we take a look at Double Rainbow: The Music of Antonio Carlos Jobim. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. GALA 1. Subscribe NOW (mandatory) https://link.youllhearit.com/subscribe 2. Like this video (semi-mandatory) 3. Leave us a comment that you've Adhere…
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Why Should I Care About The Melodic Minor Scale
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In this episode, Adam and Peter dive into the Melodic Minor Scale and what we can do with it. Join us for some helpful tips on this invaluable scale and how to use it in your playing. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. GALA 1. Subscribe NOW (mandatory) https://link.youllhearit.com/subscribe 2. Like this video (semi-…
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What Makes This Album Great: Empyrean Isles
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In this episode, the yhi team breaks into the discography of Herbie Hancock. Let's delve into Empyrean Isles and really break down what elements make it so iconic. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. 📸 Follow us on Instagram: GALA 1. Subscribe NOW (mandatory) https://link.youllhearit.com/subscribe 2. Like this video …
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In this episode, Adam and Peter reveal three essential steps to making your voicings better. From comping to writing new tunes these steps will come in handy sooner than you think. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Check out Aaron Park's course only on Open Studio Meditations on Jazz Piano 🧘♂️ ⛓️ Chord Connectors …
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What Makes This Album Great: Thelonious Alone In San Francisco
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In this episode, Adam and Peter start a new series! What exactly makes the Jazz catalog so great. Let's delve into Thelonious Alone in San Fransico and really break down what elements make it so iconic. ↓ Links from the pod ↓ Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Alone In San Francisco Have a question for us? Leave us …
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In this episode, Adam and Peter talk about how to nurture young musicians to be their best self. ↓ Links from the pod ↓ Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. Nurtured by Love Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a b…
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In this episode, Peter and Adam go WAY back to the YHI inaugural episode and see how things hold up down the line. ↓ Links from the pod ↓ Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. https://openstudiojazz.link/trial Make it Stick: The Science of Successful Learning You'll Hear It's 1st Episode Have a question for us? Leave u…
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It's time to dive deep into All The Things You Are. A classic Jazz standard that everyone needs to familiarize themselves with at some point. Adam and Peter serve up all their tips on getting this classic tune under your hands in this very special episode. ↓ Links from the pod ↓ Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. ht…
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In this episode, Adam and Peter dive into a topic we can ALL get behind... what should we be practicing?? Join us as we dive into what we need to practice on the monthly, weekly, and, most important, DAILY. ↓ Links from the pod ↓ Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. https://openstudiojazz.link/trial MonoNeon Artist Ma…
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Ever wondered what the trick is to training your ears to hear just like the pros? In this episode, Adam and Peter dive into their tips for developing some great ear training habits and rituals. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today. https://openstudiojazz.link/trial You'll Hear It: LIVE in NYC Friday, April 12, 2024 @ 8…
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In this video Adam and Peter talk about Bill Evans' approach to practicing harmony. Adam has a few hot tips to get your playing on track to sound like the jazz legend we all know and love. ↓ Links from the pod ↓ You'll Hear It: LIVE in NYC at the Sheen Center Friday, April 12, 2024 @ 8pm EST – FREE See the #1 jazz podcast, up close and in-person. S…
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In this episode, Adam and Peter get a verrrry interesting speakpipe from a devoted listener. Thus opening up the conversation about how we can receive constructive criticism. It's not always easy to get feedback but it's important to talk about it when you get it. Join us and let us know how it feels when you get some feedback you weren't expecting…
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The MOST Underrated Jazz Albums From Artists You May Know
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Adam and Peter kick back and talk about some jazz albums that just don't get the props they should. From those under-the-radar gems to the unsung heroes of the jazz scene, it's time to give credit where credit's due. So grab a seat, relax, and groove along with them as they shine a spotlight on these musical treasures that deserve more love. ↓ Link…
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In this episode, Adam takes us on a ride through his musical journey, sharing how he transformed into a more accomplished piano player and musician as he's gotten older. He opens up about the challenges he faced, the hard work he put in, and the moments of self-discovery along the way. ↓ Links from the pod ↓ Open Studio Pro | WAITLIST Have a questi…
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Join Adam and Peter as they tune into the newest Brad Mehldau interview with Rick Beato. ↓ Links from the pod ↓ Open Studio Pro | WAITLIST Our latest video on Brad... The Rick Beato / Brad Mehldau Interview Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a…
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In this episode, Adam and Peter check out Waltz for Debbie, a classic Bill Evans standard, and break down just what's so good about it. ↓ Links from the pod ↓ Open Studio Pro | WAITLIST Waltz For Debby - Bill Evans Tony Bennet / Bill Evans version Johnny Hartman version Cannonball Adderley version Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checko…
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Ever wondered what it takes to really sit in a groove? Or perhaps you've been feeling like you're time is stuck in a rut and you want to take it to the next level. Well, in this episode, Peter and Adam lay down the THREE most essential elements to make you groove harder. Don't say we never did anything for ya. ↓ Links from the pod ↓ Open Studio Pro…
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Adam and Peter tell all in this episode of YHI addressing the musician's most common ailment. Anxiety... Everyone can relate to the feeling but what can we do to avoid it getting in the way of your playing? Tune in and find out. ↓ Links from the pod ↓ Open Studio Pro | WAITLIST https://www.openstudiojazz.com/pro Have a question for us? Leave us a S…
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In this special Grammy recap episode, Adam and Peter take a closer look at the cream of the crop in vocal jazz from this year's Grammy Awards. Join us on this captivating journey as we delve deep into the world of jazz vocals and spotlight the finest artists honored at the Grammys. Don't miss out on this exploration of top-tier talent in the realm …
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Get ready to hang with our hosts as they break down the epic musical journey of the Brecker Brothers in this podcast episode! Michael and Randy Brecker are the OGs of jazz, and we're here to spill the tea on their game-changing fusion beats and mind-blowing improvisation. From their amazing collaborations to shaping the modern jazz scene, these bro…
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