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

In this episode, Adam and Peter have the opportunity to spend time with the renowned Kiefer. From sharing anecdotes about his past experiences in production and recording to discussing his current connection with modern music, Kiefer reveals the journey that led him to his present position. ↓ Links from the pod ↓ All things Kiefer: https://ffm.bio/kiefer @kiefdaddysupreme Spectrasonics Performance...

In this episode, Peter talks about one of his tunes from his latest album "Generation S". The tune is entitled "Groove Echo Chamber". Wondering what that means? Well you're not alone - find out the answer to that question and what it was like recording this track in this episode. Check out "Groove Echo Chamber" . Want to buy the album? Look no further. Click HERE. Have a question for us? Leave us...

In this episode, Peter and Adam explore the differences between composition and arrangement. Join us as we dive into the art of crafting melodies and harmonies versus the skill of organizing and enhancing the musical elements of a pre-existing song. Is one technique better than the other? Let's find out.  Here's the link to our Spotify playlist featuring all of these tunes. As per PM's guidance -...

In this episode, we decided to highlight our favorite YouTubers and some specific videos of theirs. Check out who WE check out and see what's been giving us inspo lately. Here's the links to the videos that were referenced: Patrick Bartley Nahre Sol Scott's Bass Lesson's Performance videos: Shawn Martin | Keyscape Sessions Emmet's Place ft: Samara Joy Jazz Piano Deep Dive (High Level) Chris Parks...

Alright it's time to let y'all in on the big secret. Adam and Peter finally let loose the three biggest chord mistakes you can make. Find out what makes the list and let us know if you agree. Check out The Heart Melter chords short Adam and Peter referenced. 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 fo...

Adam and Peter dive in on Jahari Stampley who recently won the Herbie Hancock Competition. From where he got his roots to his future endeavors, Adam and Peter want to know it all. This is an episode you do not want to miss. Links from the episode below ↓ NYTimes Article Amazing Grace Piano Hacks Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio...

It's that iconic sound that everyone knows yet it spans over every genre we can throw at it. In this episode, Peter and Adam dig into the magic of Stevie Wonder's sound. What makes it all sound like Stevie? Check out Peter's video on all that Stevie Wonder hipness . Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head over to our YouTube ch...

This episode is not for the faint of heart... Adam and Peter take a deep dive into the darkest side of jazz. A place most musicians fear so much they can't even type the URL without a tingling sensation running down their spines. Forgive us as we take you on a journey into the diabolical world of ...live stream animated jazz cafes. Sorry.  Palette cleanser. Have a question for us? Leave us a Speak...

Peter and Adam go all in on a technique developed by Open Studio instructor Jeremy Siskind. Check out what the Siskind Shuttle, Three Zone Concept, and more are all about. Check out Jeremy's newest course at Open Studio! 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 Insta...

Ok we're asking the big questions here. Bill Evans. Is he the GOAT or is it all just hype? In this episode, Peter and Adam get into these questions and more. Is there room for these topics in the jazz climate today? Check out Ethan Iverson's articles on the topic: 1. https://ethaniverson.com/interview-with-nicholas-payton/ 2. https://ethaniverson.com/2021/06/07/bill-evans-at-the-bohemia/ Peep the...

Peter and Adam throw in their 2 cents on Adam Neely's newest video about the incredible Laufey's rise to stardom in today's Jazz climate. What are your thoughts on this musician's career? How does this change the way we look at Jazz? Check out Adam's video for yourself right here. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio 🎹 Head over to...

In this episode, Peter and Adam travel back in time to a time when things were just simpler. Think baggy pants and gel bracelets. Sitcoms on tv and dial-up internet, heck... we're talking flip-phones baby! Join in as Peter and Adam check out a live concert of Brad Mehldau playing at Parc Floral de Paris which was part of the "A Fleur de Jazz" Festival in 1997. Check the OG concert! Right HERE Have...

Peter and Adam discuss what it's like learning music, amongst other things, while managing physical/mental health. 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

Alright it's time to get dogmatic! We got the 6 most definitive solos in Jazz. Only one solo per instrument so you know its about to go down. 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

He's got flair, he's got style, he's got that iconic SOUND. Nobody's had a career in jazz quite like him. Any guesses to who it is?? Ok well I'll tell ya - It's Christian McBride ladies and gentlemen... Join Peter and Adam as they jam out to Christian's Tiny Desk episode with his new band.   Check it out for yourself right here 👍 Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from...

Peter and Adam debrief on the Gen S recording project. Imagine recording an album live... easy right?  Not quite. In fact, lets just say it's not for the faint of heart but anything is possible when you got a crew like Peter does! In this episode, Peter tells all on exactly how the process really went down. Check out the live for yourself below right HERE. Pre-order CD & Vinyl   Have a questio...

Watchu know about warming up? Is it even necessary? If so...how do ya do it? Adam and Peter walk you through the power of the warm up, showing you how fine tuning this routine can take you to the vaulted "next level." Check out "Genius Chord Warmups" - Adam Maness expands on his wildly popular chord warmup videos with this deep dive Guided Practice: https://www.openstudiojazz.com/genius-chord-warm...

Adam and Peter talk about their favorite "Aha!" moments that opened new pathways in music.  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

Peter and Adam take some questions from listeners about navigating some ambiguous harmony in tunes and how to hone your gospel chops.  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

Peter and Adam decide which albums absolutely won't be on their picks for desert island albums.  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

Adam and Peter tell all in this YHI episode. Join in as they dive into what venues were awesome and which ones were... not so awesome.  🔥Generation S LIVE Album Recording 9/7/23 at 8pm ET: https://youtube.com/live/2nFQKgKWsyc 🇪🇺🇬🇧 Euro/UK edition 9/7/23 at 20:00 CET: https://youtube.com/live/e-4BL4IoE2o Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipe Checkout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Ope...

Hang with Peter and Adam as they check out the best of the best in jazz piano influencers. Check out the video for yourself! Click this LINK. Check out Adam's CUSH CHORDS right here . 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

Peter lets us in on his newest project where he will attempt to record an entire album of original music with his quartet all in one take. 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

Adam and Peter unpack why they think this chord is the most important chord in music. Check out Adam's video on Triads to Melt Faces below.  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

Adam and Peter line up their picks for 3 pianists who are, in their opinion, the greatest of all time.  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