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...because Adam's too busy laying in a hammock. Listen as Peter gives an update on how he's adapted his music career to this current global climate.Social distancing might mean going to concerts is out of the question, but Open Studio is still keeping the live music going! Peter is performing solo piano every Friday evening at 8:00 PM EDT on YouTube. To watch this Friday's performance, use this link. And to see his latest solo performance, follow this link.In light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course

Today, Peter and Adam answer one of the most frequently asked questions: what standard(s) do I NEED to know? You can hear them all with our Spotify playlist right here.7 Standards to Start"Blue Monk" - Thelonious Monk"Autumn Leaves" - Cannonball Adderley"Blue Bossa" - Joe Henderson"All the Things You Are" - Charlie Parker"Body and Soul" - Coleman Hawkins"On Green Dolphin Street" - Miles Davis"Song for My Father" - Horace SilverBONUSIn light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrume

Peter and Adam are going to be streaming live on Open Studio's Instagram every Saturday for the duration of the global health crisis. Here's this week's episode, and be sure to tune in this Saturday, April 25.In light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

You can't be a great pianist if you don't have independence of the hands, so today, Peter and Adam offer 4 methods you can use to build this essential skill. (And here's that YouTube video Peter and Adam mention at the end of this episode)Social distancing might mean going to concerts is out of the question, but Open Studio is still keeping the live music going! Peter is performing solo piano every Friday evening at 8:00 PM EDT on YouTube. To watch tonight's performance, use this link.In light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our A

Too often, diminished chords are played without any flavor or variety. Today, Peter and Adam let you know how you can put a stop to it by integrating these tips into your playing.Social distancing might mean going to concerts is out of the question, but Open Studio is still keeping the live music going! Peter is performing solo piano every Friday evening at 8:00 PM EDT on YouTube (you'll be able to check out his performance tomorrow night right here). And today, watch this AMA with Open Studio's own Gregory Hutchinson with this link.In light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses

Today, Peter and Adam describe the different categories of practicers. Which one are you?The 7 Kinds of PracticersThe One and DoneThe Overly ScriptedThe One-UpperThe JammerThe YouTuberThe Just Found Out About Coltrane ChangesThe Jaded ProBONUSIn light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link.Have you checked out the latest course from Open Studio? Jazz Chords for Beginners features Adam Maness running through 6 essential chords every jazz pianist should know. And, in keeping with our new pricing structure for these trying times, Choose What You Pay is available for this course. To learn more, follow this link.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons

On this episode, Peter and Adam go over ways you can imitate a vocalist with a piano.7 Ways to Make a Piano "Talk"Grace notesGlissBluesy double-stopsClustersTremolosLearn how to phrase like a singerCasino lickIn light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's another special guest today as expert hand surgeon Dr. Chuck Goldfarb sits in to advise Peter and Adam on ways you can protect your hands as a musician. And be sure to check out Dr. Chuck's podcast: The Upper Hand, where he and fellow surgeon Chris Dy discuss all things hand surgery (and it features theme music by YHI's own Peter Martin).In light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our&nb

Special guest Geoffrey Keezer joins Adam and Peter today as he counts down his all-time favorite solo piano performances. You can hear each of these tunes in their entirety with our Spotify playlist.Geoffrey Keezer's 7 Favorite Solo Piano TracksFred Hersch, Julian Lage - "Song Without Words #4: Duet"Hank Jones - "Satin Doll"Phineas Newborn Jr. - "All the Things You Are"Buddy Montgomery - "Since I Fell For You"Bud Powell - "Parisian Thoroughfare"Chucho Valdés - "Rumba Quajira"Mary Lou Williams - "Night Life"In light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link. And for our newest course from Geoffrey Keezer, go here.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lesso

In this episode, Peter and Adam discuss some ways you can keep those creative juices flowing while still keeping yourself and your loved ones safe.7 Creative Ideas While Sheltering in PlaceMake music with other musicians virtuallyStart something new and bigLearn technology (master technology!) fastCollaborate with someone you normally wouldn't or couldn'tRead/researchWork through a different medium/platformDevelop some new habitsSocial distancing might mean going to concerts is out of the question, but Open Studio is still keeping the live music going! Peter is performing solo piano every Friday evening at 8:00 PM EDT on YouTube (check out his latest performance right here). And tonight, join master Brazilian guitarist Romero Lubambo for a live concert from his living room at 7:00 PM EDT - just follow this link.In light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose

It's a special episode today as we bring one of Open Studio's most popular features to the podcast: Guided Practice Sessions. Play along with Adam and Peter as they show you exactly what to practice.In light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's edition of You'll Hear It, it's a good ol' fashioned listening sash as Peter and Adam pick their favorite contemporary vocal jazz tunes. Go to our Spotify playlist to hear each of these tunes in their entirety.Our 7 Favorite "Modern" Vocal TracksJacky Terrasson, Cassandra Wilson - "Old Devil Moon"Gretchen Parlato - "Butterfly"Kurt Ellini - "Undun"Esperanza Spalding - "I Know You Know"Gregory Porter - "Liquid Spirit"Cécile McLorin Salvant - "Obsession"Dianne Reeves - "Skylark"In light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access

Music is like comedy - timing is everything! Today, Peter and Adam provide some tips on how to make sure you're always locked in.5 Ways to Tighten Up Your TimeMetronome practicePractice more slow temposPractice starting and ending your phrases in different placesPractice with recordingsListen and count your way through drum solosBONUSIn light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTub

Today, Peter and Adam show you some different shades of musical colors you can use if you find your usual stuff is starting to sound a little stale.5 Easy Chord SubstitutionsThe tritoneThe V of VThe diminishedV7alt. from a half-step belowThe flat-iii diminishedBONUSFor more live Open Studio action, check out a solo piano performance from Peter Martin tonight - Friday, April 3 at 8:00 PM EDT. There's a good chance you've been itchin' for some live music, so scratch that itch by going to Peter's YouTube channel this Friday night.In light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchas

April fools! It's the return of Peter and Adam today as they discuss some simple but effective techniques to add to your practice sessions.Catch one of our much beloved Guided Practice Sessions live today with Adam Maness! At 1:00 PM EDT, Adam will be presenting a GPS about basic chords (which you can learn more about from his new course here). Tune in by clicking this handy link.For more live Open Studio action, check out a solo piano performance from Peter Martin on Friday, April 3 at 8:00 PM EDT. There's a good chance you've been itchin' for some live music, so scratch that itch by going to Peter's YouTube channel this Friday night.In light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link.Interested i

It's time for a change of scenery at You'll Hear It as we welcome Andrew and Sam as the new hosts! In their inaugural episode, they discuss some music they've been listening to.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter and Adam take a SpeakPipe on how to compose original lyrics.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

No, this isn't a Marshawn Lynch highlight reel - today, Peter and Adam list their top moments they witnessed superhuman jazz strength.7 Beast Mode MemoriesBobby Hutcherson - Vanguard 1996Cyrus Chestnut - Bistro 2017Clark Terry - Majestic Hotel 1984Joey Calderazzo - SIUe 1997Oscar Peterson/Joe Pass/Count Basie/Ella FitzgeraldDavid Kikoski - every showHerbie Hancock (Trio) - Newport Jazz Festival 2019 (also, check the YouTube video Peter mentioned in this segment)In light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link.There's a brand new course from Open Studio: Jazz Chords for Beginners. Learn from YHI's own Adam Maness as he teaches you the important chords you need to know to play jazz. You can also f

Rainy spring days are on their way, so Peter and Adam lay down their favorite soundtracks for quiet introspection. Listen to all of them with our Spotify playlist next time you're in a mopey mood.7 Great Mopey Straight-8th TunesHerbie Hancock - "Maiden Voyage"Bobby Hutcherson - "Theme From Blow Up"Avishai Cohen - "Remembering"Keith Jarrett - "Lalene"Kenny Garrett - "Sing a Song of Song"Brad Mehldau - "Exit Music - For a Film"Joshua Redman - "Balance"BONUSIn light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link.There's a brand new course from Open Studio: Jazz Chords for Beginners. Learn from YHI's own Adam Maness as he teaches you the important chords you need to know to play jazz. You can also follow a

It's a special "shelter in place" edition of You'll Hear It as Peter and Adam bring a remotely-recorded episode all about ways to be a proactive musician while you're stuck at home.7 Things to Practice When Working From HomeKeep a structured dayHit important things firstGet up early and/or stay up lateGet plenty of exercise and sleepKeep a practice journalStay in touch with other musiciansStart teaching over ZoomIn light of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic, we understand that money is tight for a lot of people right now. That's why we've decided that for the duration of this crisis, we'll be running a Choose What You Pay campaign at Open Studio. Choose whichever course you want and then let us know how much you're willing to pay - that's it. For more info, click this link.There's a brand new course from Open Studio: Jazz Chords for Beginners. Learn from YHI's own Adam Maness as he teaches you the important chords you need to know to play jazz. You can also follow along with Adam thanks to our Guided Practic