Peter Martin & Adam Maness

You'll Hear It: Full Album Deep Dives with Jazz Musicians

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The best hang in music. Jazz pianists Adam Maness and Peter Martin break down the greatest albums of all time, track-by-track. Like Thriller, Kid A, Songs In the Key of Life, Aja, and Voodoo. They use their deep knowledge of music theory to uncover the hidden qualities that make music work - harmony, groove, composition and production - while demonstrating at the keys and playing isolated stems. Then, watch them perform their favorite track with our in-house band: One shot, one take. You'll never hear music the same way again. A video podcast from Open Studio, the #1 online jazz education plat...

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Peter Martin & Adam Maness

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First Take Friday: Barry Harris 10.12.2021 18:59

In memory of legendary pianist and educator Barry Harris , sit with Adam and Peter as they listen to the first track, All The Things You Are off of the Barry Harris Trio 1959 album Breakin' It Up . Listen to the tune here Share a memory of Barry Harris or have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more about Open Studio...

Solos, Being in the Moment, and Throwing in all of Your Chips 08.12.2021 17:56

Peter and Adam respond to a listener's question about one of Peter's solos while playing at the Village Vanguard last week as part of Inside Straight with Christian McBride. Listen to the referenced tune "Gang Gang" here Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more about Open Studio Pro : openstudiojazz.com/pro Intere...

YouTube Hang: review and discuss the videos in their recommended viewing 06.12.2021 18:28

Adam and Peter review and discuss videos that YouTube recommends to them. From Adam Neely to Bob Reynolds and everything in between. Should this be a new feature? Discuss. Watch the videos discussed Adam Neely , Aimee Nolte , Jazz at Lincoln Center , Hello Foe! , Bob Reynolds Watch Peter's deep analysis of Stevie Wonder on YouTube HERE Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Support the pod b...

First Take Friday: Jon Batiste's "WE ARE" *Grammy Nominated* 03.12.2021 15:53

Peter and Adam listen to and break down the first track, FREEDOM , off of Jon Batiste's WE ARE . Preorder your copy of the album on CD HERE Listen to this tune on HERE Watch the music video that Peter loved so much HERE Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more about Open Studio Pro : openstudiojazz.com/pro Interes...

Let the lyrics guide you.(or don't) 01.12.2021 21:17

Peter and Adam respond to a listener's thoughtful question about the importance of learning the lyrics and should they “inform the musical offering” (and questioning sanity). Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more about Open Studio Pro : openstudiojazz.com/pro Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse...

How to make meaningful melodies 29.11.2021 17:59

Today is CYBER MONDAY! All courses and course memberships are 50% off. Today only! Visit Open Studio . • Meaningful mean·ing·ful /ˈmēniNGfəl/: having a serious, important, or useful quality or purpose. • Melody mel·o·dy /ˈmelədē/: a sequence of single notes that is musically satisfying. Adam and Peter have some thoughts on getting the best of your melodies, breaking down Stevie Wonder's "My Ch...

First Take Friday: Christian McBride & Inside Straight Live at the Village Vanguard 26.11.2021 22:17

Peter and Adam listen to and break down the first track off of Christian McBride & Inside Straight "Live at the Village Vanguard" featuring Christian McBride (bass), Warren Wolf (vibraphone), Steve Wilson (saxophone), Carl Allen (drums) and YHI's own Peter Martin (piano). Preorder your copy of the album on CD or LP HERE Listen to this tune on Spotify Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPip...

Forget playing just one instrument. 24.11.2021 14:48

Peter and Adam respond to a listener question about expanding from a guitar player to a "musician". Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more about Open Studio Pro : openstudiojazz.com/pro Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure...

How To Learn Any New Skill 22.11.2021 18:46

Skills or Skillz, either way Adam and Peter hone in on the act of pivoting and leaning into learning a new skill, setting yourself up for success. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more about Open Studio Pro : openstudiojazz.com/pro Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons...

First Take Friday: Bill Charlap Trio 19.11.2021 17:44

Peter and Adam listen to and break down the first track off of the Bill Charlac Trio's album " Street of Dreams ", with Peter Washington (bass) and Kenny Washington (drums). Get your copy of the album on CD or LP HERE Listen to the album on Spotify Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more about Open Studio Pro : o...

Sight reading tunes, The Real Book, and applying newly learned ideas into a tune 17.11.2021 24:01

Peter and Adam respond to listeners questions about sight reading tunes, Real Book, and applying newly learned ideas into a tune. These are real world scenarios that happens to everyone, and they've got some great advice. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more about Open Studio Pro : openstudiojazz.com/pro Int...

Ron Carter 15.11.2021 47:57

Peter and Adam sit down with legendary bassist, maestro Ron Carter for a special extended episode. The status of jazz education today, Mr. Carter's fashion career, his new book, how to practice and more...It's all here. Watch the expanded edition of this interview HERE Get your copy of Mr. Carter's latest book: Blueprint for the Working Jazz Bassist Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Sup...

First Take Friday: Sharel Cassity 12.11.2021 33:50

Join Peter in the listening room on First Take Friday as they pull up the first track from Sharel Cassity's " Fearless " AND Bonus interview with Sharel Cassity. Get your copy of the featured album: Fearless Listen on Spotify Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more about Open Studio Pro : openstudiojazz.com/pro I...

How to Listen to the Form 10.11.2021 21:22

Keeping the form. Peter and Adam respond to a listener's question and breakdown how the masters keep the form, referencing Miles Davis Live at the Plugged Nickel. Listen to Miles, Tony Williams, Herbie Hancock and Ron Carter. Hot, Hot, Hot! Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe: link.youllhearit.com/speakpipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more...

Why social listening is important 08.11.2021 14:03

Don't listen alone! Adam and Peter help you discover the importance of 'social listening'. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe: link.youllhearit.com/speakpipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more about Open Studio Pro: openstudiojazz.com/pro Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for...

First Take Friday: Sam Fribush Organ Trio 05.11.2021 13:47

Join Peter and Adam in the listening room on First Take Friday as they pull up the first track from The Sam Fribush Organ Trio: Vol. 1 'Riverboat' , featuring Charlie Hunter and Geoff Clapp. Get your copy of the featured album: link.youllhearit.com/samfribush Listen on Spotify: link.youllhearit.com/listen-samfribush Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe: link.youllhearit.com/speakpipe Suppo...

Should I Focus on Sh$t I Know, or Sh$t I Don't Know? 03.11.2021 13:29

Peter and Adam answer a commonly asked question - should I develop what I already know or learn something brand new? Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe: link.youllhearit.com/speakpipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more about Open Studio Pro: openstudiojazz.com/pro Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons...

Duel of Dopeness: Songs That Should Suck 01.11.2021 14:16

Don't judge a (real)book by its cover - Peter and Adam lay out some tunes that might seem lame, but on closer inspection actually swing. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe: link.youllhearit.com/speakpipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more about Open Studio Pro: openstudiojazz.com/pro Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our cata...

First Take Friday: Terence Blanchard 29.10.2021 19:43

Our long-running one-time series First Take Wednesday has moved to Friday! Today, Peter and Adam listen to Terence Blanchard's touching tribute to Wayne Shorter. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe: link.youllhearit.com/speakpipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more about Open Studio Pro: openstudiojazz.com/pro Interested in more music advice? G...

Music We Like That's Not Jazz 27.10.2021 25:45

Peter and Adam answer a question on what other genres of music they enjoy, as well as how it informs their jazz playing. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe: link.youllhearit.com/speakpipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more about Open Studio Pro: openstudiojazz.com/pro Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz less...

How To Listen to Music 25.10.2021 12:54

A simple question with a complex answer - Peter and Adam respond to a question on the way they prefer to listen to music. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe: link.youllhearit.com/speakpipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more about Open Studio Pro: openstudiojazz.com/pro Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz les...

5 Lifestyle Tweaks That Make You a Better Musician 22.10.2021 27:11

What are some indirect steps you can take that have the side effect of making you a better musician? Peter and Adam explain Check out this helpful (and relevant) Instagram post by Peter Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe: link.youllhearit.com/speakpipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link youllhearit.com Learn more about Open Studio Pro: openstudiojazz.com/pro Interested...

First Take Wednesday: Anat Cohen & Marcello Gonçalves 20.10.2021 16:02

Peter and Adam show their real-time first impressions of a tune. Today's episode features Anat Cohen & Marcello Gonçalves. Watch the performance of this tune right here Check out Anat Cohen's official website Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe at link.youllhearit.com/speakpipe Support the pod by spreading the word with the link openstudiojazz.link/yhi Learn more about Open Studio Pro...

How To Communicate With Music 18.10.2021 5:26

Is music really the universal language? Peter and Adam prove it by having a musical conversation on today's episode. * Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe at link.youllhearit.com/speakpipe * Support the pod by spreading the word with the link openstudiojazz.link/yhi * Learn more about Open Studio Pro: openstudiojazz.com/pro Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of...

3 Things To Make You Sound Better TODAY 15.10.2021 13:40

Not all practice advice requires doing something a million times until you get it right. Here are three ways to immediately improve your sound. * Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe at link.youllhearit.com/speakpipe * Support the pod by spreading the word with the link openstudiojazz.link/yhi * Learn more about Open Studio Pro: openstudiojazz.com/pro Interested in more music advice? Go he...