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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
Latest episodes

Apr 5, 2021 • 22min
Back on the Carousel of Comments 🎠
Peter & Adam review some of their favorite recent comments.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.

Apr 1, 2021 • 53min
How Bad Is the Real Book, Actually?
Today, Peter and Adam discuss one of the most controversial resources for jazz musicians: the Real Book, and wether or not it lives up to its infamy.Links from this episode:Get the free PDF from this episode with this linkCheck out all of the tunes mentioned in this episode with our Spotify playlistPrefer your podcasts in video form? Watch the YouTube version of this episode hereInterested 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

Mar 30, 2021 • 26min
Carousel of Comments
Things get a little more casual today as Peter and Adam add another episode to the week. Today, they go over some of their favorite recent comments.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

Mar 25, 2021 • 45min
The 7 Greatest Jazz Solos*
On this episode, Peter and Adam list off the best solos you need to learn, regardless of whether you're a beginner or an advanced player.Links from this episode:Check out all of the tunes mentioned in this episode with our Spotify playlistWatch the "Freddie Freeloader" video and get the PDF with this link hereCheck out our friends over at The Upper Hand PodcastInterested 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

Mar 18, 2021 • 54min
The Most Important Job of a Rhythm Section
A rhythm section has many roles to play in an ensemble. Today, Peter and Adam nail down what the most important element for a good rhythm section is.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

Mar 11, 2021 • 43min
Gen X Pianists React to 2021 Jazz
Today, Peter and Adam expand their jazz sonic palette and check out some new releases. Links from this episode:Listen to all of these songs in full with our Spotify playlist hereCheck out the YouTube video for this episode right herePeter's holding a special Connected in Place concert to celebrate a year of Friday live performances - you can tune in this Friday, March 12 at 8:00 PM EST by following this linkInterested 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

Mar 4, 2021 • 31min
7 Levels of V7 Chords
On this week's episode, Peter and Adam take a deep-dive into one of the most commonly played chords in jazz tunes: the five-seven chord.Links from this episode:Get the free PDF for this episode by clicking this linkCheck out the YouTube video for this episode right here7 Levels of V7 ChordsAverage Amadeus - "Mozart | Piano Sonata No. 16" / The Beatles | "Hey Jude"High 5 - Louis Armstrong | "West End Blues" / Professor Longhair | "Big Chief"Diminishing Returns - Charlie Parker | "Donna Lee" / Clifford Brown | "Joy Spring"Blue 9 - Miles Davis | "All Blues" / John Coltrane | "Cousin Mary"Kitchen Sink - Wayne Shorter | "Footprints" / Bill Evans | "On Green Dolphin Street"Sus It Out - Roy Hargrove | "Firm Roots" / Herbie Hancock | "Gentle Thoughts"Bill's Decadent Diminished - Bill Evans | "Waltz For Debby"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

Feb 25, 2021 • 1h 1min
Peter's Six Segments of Practice
It's one of Peter and Adam's favorite things to talk about on the show, and today, we dive into what a typical Peter Martin practice session is like.Links from this episode:Step up your practice session game with a practice journal - like this one from Open Studio.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.

Feb 18, 2021 • 1h
Remembering Chick Corea
The jazz world (and the music world as a whole) lost one of its most cherished artists last week: Chick Corea. Today, Peter and Adam pay tribute to his iconic music.Links from this episode:To see Chick's 1982 White House performance, follow this link.To hear in full all of the Chick Corea tunes covered in this episode, here's a link to our Spotify playlist.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.

Feb 11, 2021 • 32min
Who's the Next Oscar Peterson?
On this week's episode, Peter and Adam try to pin down which pianist from this generation matches the skill and feel of Oscar Peterson.Hear more (and play better) music in just 5 minutes a day with the new course from Adam Maness: 5-Minute Ear Training! Check it out by following this link.Who's the Next Oscar Peterson? (listen to all the tunes from this episode with our Spotify playlist)Christian SandsHiromiEmmet CohenAshley HenryKris DavisGerald ClaytonSullivan FortnerRobert GlasperInterested 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.