Peter Martin & Adam Maness
You'll Hear It: Full Album Deep Dives with Jazz Musicians
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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Jul 6, 2026
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Episodes
Use of Space/Silence 30.05.2019 16:39
Here's an out-of-this-world SpeakPipe where Peter and Adam talk about using space when improvising. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast . Want a FREE You'll Hear It sticker? Listeners in the United States can go to https://youllhearit.com/stickers/ , and the first 20 to leave a review and/or comment will get an exclusive...
All About Habits 29.05.2019 15:48
Peter and Adam talk all about several aspects of habits: Bad vs. good habits Atomic Habits Decisions Environment Community Discipline Also, have a look at one of Peter's recommended books - Atomic Habits by James Clear, available here: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits The ending theme song for today's episode is "Scrat's Revenge" by Kash Wright Trio (sent in by listener Mike Montgomery). To ge...
Fingering: Getting Out of It 28.05.2019 13:47
Today, it's an episode all about fingering - specifically, what to do when improvising a solo. One of the helpful resources mentioned in this episode (and many other YHI episodes) is the MacFerren Scale and Arpeggio Manual , which you can purchase here . Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode . Inte...
Gig Marketing: 7 Ways to Put Butts in Seats 27.05.2019 27:59
On today's episode, Peter and Adam give some advice on how to market your gigs to help grow your audience. How to Market Gigs: Practice Online presence (website/social media) Create a concept or theme for the show Livestream a gig Keep a regular schedule Ringer Word of mouth ULTIMATE TIP And have a listen to the Live @ Open Studio: Brazil Edition gig mentioned in this episode here: https://youtu.b...
Making Good Harmonic Decisions/Playing With Guitarists 24.05.2019 16:57
It's the last SpeakPipe of the week and Peter and Adam answer two questions in one: How do I play spicy harmonic choices when comping? Is it possible for a guitarist and pianist play simultaneously? Have a listen to the new Herlin Riley album Perpetual Optimism here: https://music.apple.com/album/perpetual-optimism/1452003796?app=itunes Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of t...
Set Lists 23.05.2019 24:07
Ever had questions about set lists? Peter and Adam has got you covered. They talk about several topics such as: Big band and small group How to organize set lists How to not have too many bebop or latin in a row Listener's stand point Flow of a set list ULTIMATE TIP: Tune in tomorrow Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast ....
Getting Your Rhythm Stronger 22.05.2019 14:41
This week is packed tight, full of SpeakPipe. Peter and Adam answer with ways to strengthen your rhythmic muscle. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast . 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 advic...
Lyrics 21.05.2019 13:34
It's another day of SpeakPipe, as Peter and Adam answer one about the importance of lyrics in jazz music. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast . 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 h...
What Makes A Great Pianist? 20.05.2019 16:09
Peter and Adam answer a SpeakPipe about what makes a great pianist. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast . 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 les...
The Worst Jazz Advice We Ever Got 17.05.2019 14:37
It's the same, but opposite SpeakPipe question from yesterday. Today, Peter and Adam give the worst jazz tips they've received. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast . Peter & Adam's Worst Jazz Advice: Play only rootless voicings when playing with bass players Play patterns Only work on lines in your right hand Only pl...
The Best Jazz Advice We Ever Got 16.05.2019 20:13
Peter and Adam give the 7 best jazz advice tips, answering a SpeakPipe. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast . The ending theme song for today's episode is "Velbeslaatt" by Aksel Fjaera. To get your music featured on You'll Hear It, send an MP3 recording of your music to andrew@openstudionetwork.com. Peter & Adam's Be...
Welcome Back, Peter 15.05.2019 15:19
Adam finds Peter hiding out in the Podcave, and the two recap what they've been doing for the past couple of weeks. 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, Twit...
The Three Zone Concept 14.05.2019 8:34
Today, Adam talks about the Three Zone Concept he learned from Geoffrey Keezer. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀. Follow us on Instagram
Chromatic Enclosures 13.05.2019 6:22
Peter's M.I.A. so it's up to Adam to spread the jazz advice today. On this episode, he'll discuss chromatic enclosures at the Steinway. For a deeper dive on this topic, check out Adam's post from the You'll Hear It blog here: https://youllhearit.com/enclosures-the-lightbulb-for-beginners/ Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave...
Getting Closer to Playing What We Hear 10.05.2019 16:14
Today, we have the last SpeakPipe of the week and Peter and Adam talk about working on playing what you hear. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast . Today's episode is sponsored by the Oxford American . The Oxford American is a magazine dedicated to documenting the complexity and vitality of the American South. Its awa...
Jazz, Politics, and the 21st Century 09.05.2019 15:38
You SpeakPipe it, we answer, and Peter and Adam talk politics in the jazz world today. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast . Today's episode is sponsored by the Oxford American . The Oxford American is a magazine dedicated to documenting the complexity and vitality of the American South. Its award-winning annual music...
Ideas for Practicing Comping 08.05.2019 16:57
It's comp-city! Peter and Adam answer a SpeakPipe with different ways to work on comping. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast . Today's episode is sponsored by the Oxford American . The Oxford American is a magazine dedicated to documenting the complexity and vitality of the American South. Its award-winning annual mu...
Leading Ensembles 07.05.2019 13:34
It's another question from SpeakPipe today, and Peter and Adam answer with their experience being the leader of an ensemble. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast . Today's episode is sponsored by the Oxford American . The Oxford American is a magazine dedicated to documenting the complexity and vitality of the American...
Getting Arranging Gigs 06.05.2019 15:22
Peter and Adam talk about their experiences on getting gigs arranging. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast . Today's episode is sponsored by the Oxford American . The Oxford American is a magazine dedicated to documenting the complexity and vitality of the American South. Its award-winning annual music issue comes wit...
Accompanying: When to Use Solo Fills 03.05.2019 7:58
It's a quick SpeakPipe today, and Peter and Adam talk about playing fills. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast . Check out Open Studio's Brazilian Rhythm Section Course for lessons on piano accompaniment. Artists to Check Out: Peter Martin & Dianne Reeves: https://geo.itunes.apple.com/album/a-little-moonlight/7165258...
7 Albums Peter Never Knew 02.05.2019 16:50
Adam returns the favor and drops some knowledge on Peter in today's episode as he shows him 7 albums he's never listened to. You can listen to all of them on our Spotify playlist here: 7 Albums Peter Never Knew Playlist Today's episode is sponsored by the Oxford American . The Oxford American is a magazine dedicated to documenting the complexity and vitality of the American South. Its award-win...
Soloing on Pop Changes 01.05.2019 14:06
Another SpeakPipe pops up! And today, Peter and Adam talk about soloing over pop changes for the improviser. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast . The ending theme song for today's episode is "Traveling at Night" by Burke Ingraffia. To get your music featured on You'll Hear It, send an MP3 recording of your music to andr...
Our Individual Development 30.04.2019 16:14
Today, Peter and Adam answer a SpeakPipe about their personal milestones in their own music careers. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast . Today's episode is sponsored by the Oxford American . The Oxford American is a magazine dedicated to documenting the complexity and vitality of the American South. Its award-winning...
Accompanying in a Duo 29.04.2019 11:18
Peter and Adam answer a SpeakPipe on a few ways of accompanying another musician in a duo. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast . The ending theme song for today's episode is "And There It Is" by Kash Wright Trio (sent in by listener Kash Wright). To get your music featured on You'll Hear It, send an MP3 recording of your...
Composers Who've Influenced Us 26.04.2019 20:29
They're back! Peter and Adam answer the last SpeakPipe of the week about their influences from classical music. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Check out the bottom of the page at http://www.openstudionetwork.com/podcast . You'll Hear It: Classical Influences Playlist Herbie Hancock's Masterclass Listen to the classical works Peter and Adam discussed in this episode with our playlist: https:/...
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