Best Jazz Tutorial Podcasts (2024)

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Bass Blindfold Test #2 - Reuben's Turn! 15:44

3d ago15:44

15:44

"The Citizens are back for part 2 of the Bass Blindfold Test! This time Reuben is in the hot seat trying to guess who's playing. See if you can name the bassists that Bob is choosing before Reuben does!" If you like Bass - you're in the right place! Interested in more music and practice advice? Check out Open Studio...where you'll find courses and …

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What We Think About The "State Of Jazz" 50:06

9h ago50:06

50:06

Come hang with Peter and Adam as they check out Spotify's curated "State Of Jazz" list. Spotify's State Of Jazz https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1DX7YCknf2jT6s 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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7 Levels of Jazz Snobbery 31:37

3d ago31:37

31:37

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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Bass Blindfold Test (Bob's Turn) 20:04

7d ago20:04

20:04

"We all know the classic 'blindfold test' - well, here's the Upright Citizens "bass-centric" version with Bob in the hot seat first! Reuben has picked a few bassists and will play a snippet of a recording and then we're off to guess who is playing and talk about what we hear..." If you like Bass - you're in the right place! Interested in more music…

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Peter and Adam LOVE Kenny G 1:10:26

8d ago1:10:26

1:10:26

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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Bill Evans' Most Underrated Album? 1:13:28

27d ago1:13:28

1:13:28

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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The John Patitucci Interview 39:12

21d ago39:12

39:12

"The Upright Citizens are celebrating the release of their 100th episode in style with very special guest and bass legend, John Patitucci. The conversation goes from 'doubling' to football, and Instagram to Larry Graham...listen to the end to find out what John thinks would surprise his fans to know about him!" If you like Bass - you're in the righ…

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Greatest Duet Album Ever? 1:01:17

22d ago1:01:17

1:01:17

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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Sonic Nutrition 1:13:15

1M ago1:13:15

1:13:15

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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Declutter 13:57

1M ago13:57

13:57

"We all know the phrase 'One man's trash is another man's treasure' and the Citizens are here this time to talk about letting go of the things we don't really need. Not just for ourselves, but for others." If you like Bass - you're in the right place! Interested in more music and practice advice? Check out Open Studio...where you'll find courses an…

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The ONLY Solo You Need To Know 37:03

1M ago37:03

37:03

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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Wait... the 80's hit THIS HARD? 1:00:33

2M ago1:00:33

1:00:33

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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Know Who You Are for Yourself 10:42

2M ago10:42

10:42

"We open up with a great T.K. Coleman quote about what success is and understanding what that means for ourselves. Give yourself some grace and start working towards who you are for yourself..." If you like Bass - you're in the right place! Interested in more music and practice advice? Check out Open Studio...where you'll find courses and much more…

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How We Play Out 1:00:49

2M ago1:00:49

1:00:49

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 1:02:00

2M ago1:02:00

1:02:00

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 Song In 30 Minutes? 45:13

2M ago45:13

45:13

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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Greatest Jazz Album of All Time? 1:13:03

2M ago1:13:03

1:13:03

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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Can You Practice Without a Bass...? 14:23

2M ago14:23

14:23

"Can you practice away from the bass? Of course you can! In this episode the Upright Citizens answer 'why' you might want to practice without your instrument, and then offer some great advice on 'how' to creatively do just that!" If you like Bass - you're in the right place! Interested in more music and practice advice? Check out Open Studio...wher…

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Old School Or New School? 50:31

2M ago50:31

50:31

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 58:46

2M ago58:46

58:46

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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Get Off The Information Treadmill 1:00:33

3M ago1:00:33

1:00:33

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' 1:04:32

3M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

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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On the Gig Challenge! 12:18

3M ago12:18

12:18

"In a rut? Feeling uninspired when you play? Try out these 5 'on the gig' challenges that just might open up some new pathways for your musicianship today!" If you like Bass - you're in the right place! Interested in more music and practice advice? Check out Open Studio...where you'll find courses and much more by world-class bassists like Reuben R…

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The Best Part About Harmony 1:02:40

3M ago1:02:40

1:02:40

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 25:22

3M ago25:22

25:22

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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What's The Motivation? 36:49

3M ago36:49

36:49

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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Why Do We Study the Masters? 9:58

3M ago9:58

9:58

"We have often heard that we should transcribe and study the Masters - we're talking about Ray Brown, Ron Carter, Paul Chambers, and many more - but the deeper question was brought up by our recent special guest Linda Oh: "WHY should we transcribe the Masters?" Well, that's what we're here to talk about...the WHY!" If you like Bass - you're in the …

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What Is Happy Practicing? 1:02:29

3M ago1:02:29

1:02:29

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 29:43

3M ago29:43

29:43

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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The Secrets Lie In The Triad 25:31

3M ago25:31

25:31

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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Be Something Different 0:26

3M ago0:26

0:26

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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Are We Just Making This Stuff Up?? 0:58

4M ago0:58

0:58

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 26:29

4M ago26:29

26:29

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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Sax Trio Brilliance! (Part 2) 28:18

4M ago28:18

28:18

"We heard from so many of you after our last release that you dug the 'Sax Trio Brilliance' episode - so we are back with more of Bob and Reuben's favorite Sax Trios! As a bassist, the freedom and transparency that happens in a chord-less saxophone trio can lead to inspiring new territory. We'll dig in this time to cuts that feature some of our fav…

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Our Favorite Chord 17:15

4M ago17:15

17:15

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 28:22

4M ago28:22

28:22

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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The Most Controversial Chord Movement 15:31

4M ago15:31

15:31

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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Sax Trio Brilliance! (Part 1) 25:33

4M ago25:33

25:33

"Sax Trios have long been an engaging and explorative vehicle for bassists. Think the freedom of Wilbur Ware on "A Night at the Village Vanguard", Oscar Pettiford on "Freedom Suite", or Ray Brown on "Way Out West"...yeah, we love Sonny Rollins! In this episode Bob and Reuben share and rap about some of their favorite Sax Trios 'situations'. Larry G…

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What Makes This Album Great: Double Rainbow 20:14

4M ago20:14

20:14

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 25:28

5M ago25:28

25:28

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 30:33

5M ago30:33

30:33

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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Versatility: Virtue or Vice??? 18:17

5M ago18:17

18:17

"Versatility. That word gets used a lot when talking about being 'marketable' as a musician. While it is a positive attribute when balanced being too versatile can potentially hinder us as well. Bob and Reuben discuss their thoughts on finding that balance in this episode..." If you like Bass - you're in the right place! Interested in more music an…

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3 Steps To Better Voicings 20:18

5M ago20:18

20:18

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 24:48

5M ago24:48

24:48

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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How to Nurture Joyful Musicians 24:57

5M ago24:57

24:57

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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6 Years Later... Were We Right? 20:31

5M ago20:31

20:31

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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Linda Oh Interview 46:30

5M ago46:30

46:30

"Linda May Han Oh is one of the premier bassists and composers in the world. In this episode the Upright Citizens discuss everything from advice for students, hearing and singing what you play, emotional aspects of her compositions, and so much more..." If you like Bass - you're in the right place! Interested in more music and practice advice? Chec…

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The MVP of ATTYA 17:16

5M ago17:16

17:16

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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What Should I Be Practicing? 31:49

5M ago31:49

31:49

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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The Secrets To Advanced Ear Training 18:40

5M ago18:40

18:40

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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