

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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Jul 29, 2019 • 16min
How to NOT Be Perfect
Today, Peter and Adam answer a listener's SpeakPipe on overcoming the anxiety of not being a perfect musician. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Just go to https://youllhearit.com/podcast-contact/And be sure to flip through some of the suggested reading material mentioned in this episode for even more advice:Kenny Werner - Effortless MasteryBrené Brown - Daring GreatlyJames Clear - Atomic HabitsTimothy Gallwey - The Inner Game of TennisHave you been to the new Open Studio website yet? It's the same great taste with a whole new look! It's got all of the great courses from the old site, plus some new ones like Jazz Piano Jump-Start that are exclusive to the new platform. Plus, we've got a more user-friendly interface, faster load speeds, and new course resources - like quizzes over the lesson material. Visit https://www.openstudiojazz.com/ to learn more!Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Interested in more jazz advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram at:https://www.facebook.com/heyopenstudiohttps://twitter.com/heyopenstudiohttps://www.instagram.com/heyopenstudio See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jul 26, 2019 • 19min
7 Things NOT to Do for a GREAT Sound
On this edition of You'll Hear It, Peter and Adam take some inspiration from Christian McBride (who you can check out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpUyTXs65wM) and list 7 mistakes to avoid in order to sound great.Are you an entry-level beginner pianist looking to get your first taste on how to play jazz? Check out Open Studio's newest course: Jazz Piano Jump-Start! This is a course designed for novice piano players with no experience playing jazz, and offers introductory lessons on the basic elements of this music. Learn more at https://www.openstudiojazz.com/jazz-piano-jumpstart7 Things NOT to Do for a GREAT Sound:DON'T listenUse a ton of sustainGet real excited/tightDon't use voicingMove your wrists/elbows/shouldersPlay/practice at the same dynamic levelComp for yourself without dynamicsULTIMATE TIPHave you been to the new Open Studio website yet? It's the same great taste with a whole new look! It's got all of the great courses from the old site, plus some new ones like Jazz Piano Jump-Start that are exclusive to the new platform. Plus, we've got a more user-friendly interface, faster load speeds, and new course resources - like quizzes over the lesson material. Visit https://www.openstudiojazz.com/ to learn more!Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Interested in more jazz advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram at:https://www.facebook.com/heyopenstudiohttps://twitter.com/heyopenstudiohttps://www.instagram.com/heyopenstudio See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jul 25, 2019 • 19min
Phrasing While Comping
On today's episode, Peter and Adam answer a particularly spacey SpeakPipe on how to build phrases while you comp. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Just go to https://youllhearit.com/podcast-contact/Have you been to the new Open Studio website yet? It's the same great taste with a whole new look! It's got all of the great courses from the old site, plus some new ones like Jazz Piano Jump-Start that are exclusive to the new platform. Plus, we've got a more user-friendly interface, faster load speeds, and new course resources - like quizzes over the lesson material. Visit https://www.openstudiojazz.com/ to learn more!Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Interested in more jazz advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram at:https://www.facebook.com/heyopenstudiohttps://twitter.com/heyopenstudiohttps://www.instagram.com/heyopenstudio See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jul 24, 2019 • 15min
7 Reasons NOT to Start Your Own Band (And 1 Reason You Should)
It's the world premiere of You'll Hear It Totally Arbitrary Season 4! Peter and Adam start off the new season with a list of reasons why you wouldn't want to start your own band.7 Reasons NOT to Start Your Own Band$$$$ - you can make more playing with othersLogistics - you'll deal with more than just musicHiring and firingTime (you'll need lots of it)Decision fatigueIt's your name, it's your reputationLove of music (you can't play a variety)BONUS TIPHave you been to the new Open Studio website yet? It's the same great taste with a whole new look! It's got all of the great courses from the old site, plus some new ones like Jazz Piano Jump-Start that are exclusive to the new platform. Plus, we've got a more user-friendly interface, faster load speeds, and new course resources - like quizzes over the lesson material. Visit https://www.openstudiojazz.com/ to learn more!Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Interested in more jazz advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram at:https://www.facebook.com/heyopenstudiohttps://twitter.com/heyopenstudiohttps://www.instagram.com/heyopenstudio See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jul 23, 2019 • 10min
Best of: Ultimate Tips
On this episode, it's an assortment of the best Ultimate Tips from season 3. Tune in tomorrow for the premiere of You'll Hear It season 4!Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Interested in more jazz advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram at:https://www.facebook.com/heyopenstudiohttps://twitter.com/heyopenstudiohttps://www.instagram.com/heyopenstudio See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jul 22, 2019 • 21min
Best of: Lists of Seven
As season 3 winds down to a close, we look back on some of our favorite lists of seven from this season.7 Best Lists of Seven:7 Secret Ways to Practice Scales7 Practice Strategies You Can Implement Today7 Albums Adam Never Knew7 Hacks to Swing Harder7 Crucial Details for Navigating Chord Changes7 Favorite Scat Singers7 Tracks That Give Us ChillsLet us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Interested in more jazz advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram at:https://www.facebook.com/heyopenstudiohttps://twitter.com/heyopenstudiohttps://www.instagram.com/heyopenstudio See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jul 19, 2019 • 18min
How to Practice Performance
It's another trans-Atlantic episode as Peter's still in Italy, but that doesn't stop him and Adam from answering a SpeakPipe on practicing performing in front of an audience. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Just go to https://youllhearit.com/podcast-contact/.To check out all the Open Studio courses mentioned in this episode, take a visit to https://www.openstudiojazz.com/piano.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Interested in more jazz advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram at:https://www.facebook.com/heyopenstudiohttps://twitter.com/heyopenstudiohttps://www.instagram.com/heyopenstudio See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jul 18, 2019 • 14min
Working Out Your Left Hand
On today's episode, Peter and Adam answer a SpeakPipe on how to build strength in your left hand for pianists. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Just go to https://youllhearit.com/podcast-contact/.And for more tips on building strength and independence in the hands, check out the new course from Open Studio: Jazz Piano Jump-Start! https://www.openstudiojazz.com/jazz-piano-jumpstartLet us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Interested in more jazz advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram at:https://www.facebook.com/heyopenstudiohttps://twitter.com/heyopenstudiohttps://www.instagram.com/heyopenstudio See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jul 17, 2019 • 14min
Should You Learn Classical Music?
It's another classic edition of jazz advice as Peter and Adam discuss the merits of learning classical music for jazz musicians.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Interested in more jazz advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram at:https://www.facebook.com/heyopenstudiohttps://twitter.com/heyopenstudiohttps://www.instagram.com/heyopenstudio See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jul 16, 2019 • 14min
7 Tracks We've Been Diggin'
On this episode of YHI, Peter and Adam share some tunes they've been listening to lately. You can check them out on our playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5xCxiRIyWQxVmBveE59bSx?si=pSIQs5CDSmSCeHFwApLPvA7 Tracks We've Been Diggin':Herlin Riley - "Borders Without Lines"Juana Molina - "Cosoco"Caetano Veloso - "Trilhos Urbanos"J.S. Ondara - "American Dream"Kirk Franklin - "Love Theory"Larry Goldings - "Solidity"Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway - "You've Got A Friend"Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Interested in more jazz advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram at:https://www.facebook.com/heyopenstudiohttps://twitter.com/heyopenstudiohttps://www.instagram.com/heyopenstudio See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.