

You'll Hear It
Peter Martin & Adam Maness
A podcast about music - 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
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May 4, 2024 • 2min
Are We Just Making This Stuff Up??
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 SpeakPipeCheckout 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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May 2, 2024 • 28min
What Makes This Album Great: Light As A Feather
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 SpeakPipeCheckout 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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Apr 29, 2024 • 19min
Our Favorite Chord
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 FacesHave a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout 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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Apr 25, 2024 • 30min
What Makes This Album Great: Nancy Wilson / Cannonball Adderley
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 SpeakPipeCheckout 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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Apr 22, 2024 • 17min
The Most Controversial Chord Movement
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 InstagramThings You Didn't Know About Dominant Chords
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Apr 11, 2024 • 22min
What Makes This Album Great: Double Rainbow
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.GALA1. Subscribe NOW (mandatory) https://link.youllhearit.com/subscribe2. Like this video (semi-mandatory)3. Leave us a comment that you've Adhered to the Agreement (optional, but appreciated)Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout 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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Apr 8, 2024 • 27min
Why Should I Care About The Melodic Minor Scale
Dive into the significance of the melodic minor scale in jazz improvisation and music composition. Explore practical applications with useful licks and ascending patterns. Emphasize the balance between music theory and creativity for individualized musical expression.

Apr 4, 2024 • 32min
What Makes This Album Great: Empyrean Isles
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/subscribe2. Like this video (semi-mandatory)3. Leave us a comment that you've Adhered to the Agreement (optional, but appreciated)↓ Links from the pod ↓Empyrean IslesHave a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout 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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Apr 1, 2024 • 22min
3 Steps To Better Voicings
Adam and Peter discuss the three essential steps to improve voicings in jazz music, including exploring harmony and melody, incorporating one note variations and intervals, and experimenting with interval variety. They emphasize the importance of playing melodically, using diverse intervals, and avoiding stacking solely thirds and fourths for enhanced musical richness.

Mar 28, 2024 • 26min
What Makes This Album Great: Thelonious Alone In San Francisco
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 a SpeakPipeCheckout 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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