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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

May 13, 2024 • 1h 2min
What Is Happy Practicing?
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 SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

May 9, 2024 • 30min
What Makes This Album Great: Live At The Pershing
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 SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

May 6, 2024 • 26min
The Secrets Lie In The Triad
Adam and Peter discuss using triads melodically for hip soloing. They explore jazz improvisation with triads, highlighting techniques like adding notes and the triad plus one approach. The importance of utilizing different triads in creating specific sounds in jazz music is emphasized, along with the significance of triad pairs and creative freedom in choosing chord tones. The chapter also delves into the use of major triads within C diminished chords for specific harmonic effects.

May 5, 2024 • 26sec
Be Something Different
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!

May 4, 2024 • 58sec
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

May 2, 2024 • 26min
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

Apr 29, 2024 • 17min
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

Apr 25, 2024 • 28min
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

Apr 22, 2024 • 16min
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

Apr 11, 2024 • 20min
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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