
You'll Hear It
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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Apr 21, 2020 • 22min
7 Standards to Start
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 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.

Apr 20, 2020 • 56min
Live From Instagram: Q&A (4/20/20)
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.

Apr 17, 2020 • 15min
4 Ways to Work on Your Hand Independence
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 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.

Apr 16, 2020 • 17min
4 Tips to Make Your Diminished Chords Sound HIP
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 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.

Apr 15, 2020 • 16min
The 7 Kinds of Practicers
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 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.

Apr 14, 2020 • 22min
7 Ways to Make a Piano "Talk"
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.

Apr 13, 2020 • 33min
Hand Health With Dr. Charles Goldfarb
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 YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apr 11, 2020 • 31min
Geoffrey Keezer's 7 Favorite Solo Piano Tracks
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 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.

Apr 9, 2020 • 22min
7 Creative Ideas While Sheltering in Place
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 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.

Apr 8, 2020 • 25min
Guided Practice Session
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.