

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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Sep 16, 2024 • 1h 3min
Is Bossa Nova Jazz?
Peter and Adam listen to the iconic Getz/Gilberto album that revolutionized Bossa Nova in the world music scene. Which brings us to the big question... is Bossa Nova Jazz?Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today.Looking to drop a question? Want to listen to the audio pod? Look no furtherhttps://youllhearit.com/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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Sep 11, 2024 • 26min
The WORST Way To Practice
How can we do the right thing when we don't even know what the wrong this is. Speaking about practice of course, In this episode, Peter and Adam show you exactly what NOT to do when spending time with your instrument.Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today.Looking to drop a question? Want to listen to the audio pod? Look no furtherhttps://youllhearit.com/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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Sep 9, 2024 • 1h 19min
End Of An Era For Miles
Nefertiti is one of Mile's greatest works and his last album with the famous quintet he built. It's time we take a minute to really dive into what this album represents in the jazz timeline. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today.Looking to drop a question? Want to listen to the audio pod? Look no furtherhttps://youllhearit.com/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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Sep 5, 2024 • 53min
Jazz Pianists Changed Forever After This Album
In this episode we FINALLY dive in deep and listen to McCoy Tyner's "The Real McCoy". This iconic album has shaped pianists for decades and its time we broke it down to really see what the hype is about. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today.Looking to drop a question? Want to listen to the audio pod? Look no furtherhttps://youllhearit.com/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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Sep 2, 2024 • 53min
Sound Bad? You're Missing This!
Discover a game-changing tip to instantly enhance your music playing! Delve into the fascinating world of rhythm, where syncopation and cultural context transform your skills. Explore how structured practice can bring music into everyday life, while learning from the artistry of drumming legend Philly Joe Jones. Embrace rhythmic diversity and the importance of timing, and unlock the joy of spontaneous musical expression. Perfect for musicians wanting to elevate their craft now!

Aug 29, 2024 • 45min
Why Adam Wants To End The Pod...
Well... has it come to this? Peter and Adam reflect on the journey of creating and producing their podcast, sharing the challenges they faced, and the moments that make the journey so rewarding.Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today.Looking to drop a question? Want to listen to the audio pod? Look no furtherhttps://youllhearit.com/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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Aug 26, 2024 • 1h 6min
Our SECRET Minor 2-5 Voicing
Adam and Peter take to the Speakpipe! It's been long enough - time to dive into our listener's questions such as their ultimate minor 2-5 voicing and what records have the best sound on the piano. Drop a question in our speakpipe if you think you need a little YHI support!Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today.Looking to drop a question? Want to listen to the audio pod? Look no further https://youllhearit.com/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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Aug 19, 2024 • 52min
What We Think About The "State Of Jazz"
Come hang with Peter and Adam as they check out Spotify's curated "State Of Jazz" list. Spotify's State Of JazzUnlock 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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Aug 12, 2024 • 33min
7 Levels of Jazz Snobbery
Dive into the humorous exploration of jazz snobbery, dissecting seven unique types that reveal how elitism seeps into music appreciation. Discover the quirks of record collector snobs and their vinyl obsessions. The conversation takes a turn to New York City's vibrant music scene, contrasting past legends with today's evolving talents. Generational snobbery gets a spotlight, as nostalgia clashes with modern sound. Through lively debates and witty anecdotes, insights unfold on the true nature of musical snobbery in the jazz world.

Aug 5, 2024 • 1h 12min
Peter and Adam LOVE Kenny G
Kenny Garrett's Songbook is a huge contender for one the best albums to come out of the 90's jazz movement. So many things about this album hit hard for jazz musicians and music lovers alike.Kenny Garrett at Montreaux '97Kenny Garrett "Songbook"Audio only?? Look no furtherhttps://youllhearit.com/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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