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Peter and Adam both name their 7 favorite GAS standards from best to worst. What's your favorite GAS standard?Link to our bespoke Spotify playlist.https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2g0agwmyxmyLTXEYKSpfwC?si=sNBsRlrsSyuAR1x8FNy85gLooking 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

Black Friday is upon us! Go to https://openstudiojazz.com/blackfriday for our biggest savings of the year. Think you can teach somebody a lesson in 60 seconds? Join Adam and Peter as they reminisce about their journey teaching in a short format.Check out all our shorts at our Open Studio channel 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

What's on your playlist? Join Adam and Peter as they hang and share some music they've been inspired by lately.Our Spotify PlaylistUnlock 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

Roy Haynes! The greatest to ever do it - join us as we remember the life and legacy of one of the true legends of Jazz history.Reaching Fourth - McCoy TynerColtrane Quartet 1963 NewportMatrix - Chick Corea David Letterman feat. The Fountain Of Youth BandFreedom Band - Chick Corea Quartet 2010Unlock 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

Adam and Peter reluctantly wade into the tired old 'Who Killed Jazz?' debate...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

Lou Donaldson, November 1, 1926 – November 9, 2024We honor the late, great Lou Donaldson who created new pathways for generations of Jazz musicians to come. Everything I Play Gonna Be Funky (From Now On) Christian McBride/NPR's Jazz Night in America “Let’s Cool One” from Thelonius Monk’s "Genius of Modern Music, vol. 2"“A Night at Birdland” (Blue Note Feb. 21, 1954) - Night in Tunisia Interview @ Live at Birdland Blues WalkAlligator BugalooMidnight Creeper - Lou DonaldsonEthan Iverson's "Transitional Technology"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

Adam and Peter dive into some of the greatest tracks by the incredible Charlie Haden. Our Spotify Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/0j2izk6G8ZzBhEK7yf2W2r?si=olxr53YgQUSpiZw6NvpiIAUnlock 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

Peter and Adam check out Night Train by Oscar Peterson. This legendary trio shaped musicians for years to come. How did this album effect you?Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today.OP LIVE at DenmarkCheck out Night TrainLooking 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

Adam and Peter talk about what it takes to communicate on the bandstand non-verbally and how to best approach situations when you don't know your bandmates very well.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

It's time to line em up and rank what we think are the 7 Greatest standards. What standards do you think deserve to be on the list?Check out our bespoke playlist 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

The chemistry between Ella and Louis on their iconic duo album is palpable but what made that band so swinging? In this episode, we dive into this historic recording. What's Oscar Not Playing?Live at the Hollywood BowlUnlock 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

When will it be over... well in this episode Adam and Peter share their thoughts on when it's time to stop practicing something and move on to the next thing! As well as a few other topics that come into play.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

Sonny Rollins might be the most influential saxophone player in jazz. This album is one of the reasons why - join Adam and Peter as they breakdown just what makes this album so great.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

Looking to infuse that Gospel sound into your playing? Well look no further because our very own Peter Martin is going to divulge his tricks and tips on the topic. 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

Adam and Peter finally delve into the great Caravan by Art Blakey and his Jazz Messengers. So many iconic jazz musicians came through that institution and the YHI team has been waiting to breakdown all the things that make this album great.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

Back to basics with a classic YHI topic - Jazz Chords for Beginners! What are the tools you need to get started on your journey in jazz piano? Well look no further because YHI has got your back with these incredible beginner jazz chords. Start sounding great today!Limited Time Offer for Jazz Chords For Beginnershttps://link.youllhearit.com/jcbDownload the PDFhttps://learn.openstudiojazz.com/jazz-chords-pdf/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

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

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

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

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

Adam and Peter reveal one CRUCIAL tip for improving your playing today. Like.. TODAY today. Tune in and find out!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

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

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

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

We all know there are different degrees to being a snob but Adam and Peter thought its about time we nail them down! Time to sniff out all the snobs and find out what exactly makes them tick.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

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

Have you checked out Interplay? One of Bill Evan's most swinging performances on record! Join Adam and Peter as they break down what makes this album hit so hard.Peter's 10 Greatest Jazz AlbumsInterplay 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

1972... Something about that year just hit different! The albums from this era are too good and this one sets the standard high. Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway are two of the greatest singers that century had ever seen and their contributions have helped musicians in all genres. How would you rate this seminal album?Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today.Check out the albumBBC ReviewHave 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

Peter and Adam finally get a chance to check the legendary Roy Hargrove's seminal album "Earfood". This album has impacted so many people merely for the track Strasburg/St. Denis but every tune can be credited to the development of the culture. Come hang with us and dissect what really makes this album great. Earfood 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

Finally! Peter divulges what solo he thinks would really make the difference in your playing if you were to only transcribe one solo. Bags GrooveUnlock 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