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Grow some funk of your own by checking out these tunes - guaranteed to build your funky vocabulary. Listen to 'em all right here.7 Tracks to Help Your Funk ChopsProfessor Longhair - "Big Chief"The Meters - "Look-Ka Py Py"Stevie Wonder - "As"Herbie Hancock - "Watermelon Man"Parliament - "Flash Light"Cannonball Adderley - "Mercy Mercy Mercy"Stevie Wonder - "I Wish"Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's time for some theory talk today as Peter and Adam discuss the different minor seventh chords.Want to add some Brazilian flair to your own playing? The Samba Pack is now available from Open Studio! Featuring 7 curated lessons from our roster of Brazilian artists (including Helio Alves, Edu Ribeiro, and Romero Lubambo), the Samba Pack is also our lowest-price course ever from Open Studio.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Practicing scales is notoriously boring - or is it? Peter and Adam give you a better way to practice your scales in this episode.Want to add some Brazilian flair to your own playing? The Samba Pack is now available from Open Studio! Featuring 7 curated lessons from our roster of Brazilian artists (including Helio Alves, Edu Ribeiro, and Romero Lubambo), the Samba Pack is also our lowest-price course ever from Open Studio.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter and Adam have talked about how to get the most out of brief practice sessions, but what happens when you have all day at your disposal?We're very excited to announce that You'll Hear It has reached 1,000,000 downloads! We want to thank each and every listener for your support of this podcast, whether you've been with us from the beginning or just recently discovered us. Here's to another million! Want to add some Brazilian flair to your own playing? The Samba Pack is now available from Open Studio! Featuring 7 curated lessons from our roster of Brazilian artists (including Helio Alves, Edu Ribeiro, and Romero Lubambo), the Samba Pack is also our lowest-price course ever from Open Studio.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

To celebrate Carnival, Peter and Adam list off their favorite songs by Brazilian artists. Listen to 'em all in full with our Spotify playlist.Our 7 Favorite Brazilian TracksBeth Carvalho - "Coisinha do Pai"Romero Lubambo - "Lukinha"Elis Regina/Antônio Carlos Jobim - "Águas de Março"Caetano Veloso - "Trilhos Urbanos" (also check out this version)João Gilberto - "Estate"Vinícius de Moraes/Antônio Carlos Jobim - "Soneto de Separação"Clara Nunes - "Ê Baiana"Want to add some Brazilian flair to your own playing? The Samba Pack is now available from Open Studio! Featuring 7 curated lessons from our roster of Brazilian artists (including Helio Alves, Edu Ribeiro, and Romero Lubambo), the Samba Pack is also our lowest-price course ever from Open Studio.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter and Adam teach you how to pay some billzz on this episode with their list of skillzz that all professional musicians have.7 Essential Skillzz for Pro MusiciansGreat earsVersatilityOpennessGritAbility to communicate at a high levelPassion for music & artistryGreat technical abilityBONUSCheck out Geoffrey Keezer's new course from Open Studio: Elements of Solo Piano. He'll show you the strategies and techniques you need to know to become a better solo pianist. For a free sample, take a look at Keezer's excellent transcribed performance of "The Nearness of You" right here. And for all of our piano courses in one convenient place, take a look at our Piano Access Pass.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

You've heard our favorite simple solos, now it's time for Peter and Adam's favorite complex note-heavy solos. As always, you can hear them in full with our Spotify playlist.Our 5 Favorite "Busy Solos:Michael Brecker - "Syzygy"Art Tatum - "Tiger Rag"Brad Mehldau - "All the Things You Are"Oscar Peterson - "Autumn Leaves"McCoy Tyner - "Afro Blue"BONUSInterested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode, Peter and Adam give you some techniques to enhance your bebop playing right now.7 Nifty Bebop Tactics to Deploy Now:The double surround "dopio" Cm7Chromatic!Double diminished melodic throw-downTripletsHalf-double surroundDiminished-augmented chromaticismDelay the harmony for the melodyBONUSWant more bebop tactics? Open Studio has oodles of lessons on bebop, and we've got them all in one convenient place for you: The Bebop Pack. Featuring lessons on a variety of instruments from artists like Peter Martin, Christian McBride, Peter Sprague, and more. See for yourself right here.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

These solos might be "simple," but that doesn't make them any less killin'. Peter and Adam list their favorite understated solos. You can hear them all on our Spotify playlist here.5 Favorite "Simple" SolosMiles Davis - "So What"Keith Jarrett - "Never Let Me Go"Ahmad Jamal - "But Not for Me"Herbie Hancock - "Solitude"Sonny Rollins - "Blue 7"BONUSCheck out Geoffrey Keezer's new course from Open Studio: Elements of Solo Piano. He'll show you the strategies and techniques you need to know to become a better solo pianist. For a free sample, take a look at Keezer's excellent transcribed performance of "The Nearness of You" right here.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter and Adam give a tutorial on minor 2-5-1 chord progressions and what voicings work well with them.Check out Geoffrey Keezer's new course from Open Studio: Elements of Solo Piano. He'll show you the strategies and techniques you need to know to become a better solo pianist. For a free sample, take a look at Keezer's excellent transcribed performance of "The Nearness of You" right here.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode, Peter and Adam lay down the fundamentals of what it takes to have a good solo piano performance.Be sure to tune in to Peter and Adam's Solo Piano Q&A! Starting at 3:00 PM CST, Peter and Adam will be streaming live to YouTube as they answer any questions you have about solo piano.Check out Geoffrey Keezer's new course from Open Studio: Elements of Solo Piano. He'll show you the strategies and techniques you need to know to become a better solo pianist. For a free sample, take a look at Keezer's excellent transcribed performance of "The Nearness of You" right here.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How can you alter your playing to sound even more dramatic? With the altered scale, of course! Peter and Adam tell you what it is and how to use it.There's a new course from Open Studio: Elements of Solo Piano! Learn from modern jazz master Geoffrey Keezer as he shows you the strategies and techniques to become a better solo pianist. You'll also get Guided Practice Sessions featuring Adam Maness, where he walks you through how to practice each lesson in the course. And for even more piano courses, sign up for the Piano Access Pass.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Things get funky in the PodSuite today as Peter and Adam list off the 7 funkiest breakdowns in recorded music history.7 Funkiest Breaks/IntrosHerbie Hancock - "Swamp Rat"The Meters - "Look-Ka Py Py"Graham Central Station - "Hair"Roy Hargrove - "I'm Not So Sure"Tower of Power - "Soul Vaccination"Michael Jackson - "Rock With You"James Brown - "Funky Drummer"There's a new course from Open Studio: Elements of Solo Piano! Learn from modern jazz master Geoffrey Keezer as he shows you the strategies and techniques to become a better solo pianist. You'll also get Guided Practice Sessions featuring Adam Maness, where he walks you through how to practice each lesson in the course. And for even more piano courses, sign up for the Piano Access Pass.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We all know Oscar Peterson is one of (if not the) greatest jazz pianists of all time, but what are his best musical moments? Peter and Adam give their list in this episode.Go to our Spotify playlist to hear all of these tunes for yourself!There's a new course from Open Studio: Elements of Solo Piano! Learn from modern jazz master Geoffrey Keezer as he shows you the strategies and techniques to become a better solo pianist. You'll also get Guided Practice Sessions featuring Adam Maness, where he walks you through how to practice each lesson in the course. And for even more piano courses, sign up for the Piano Access Pass.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam's become a practitioner of a "mindful" lifestyle, and today he and Peter talk about how you can apply that to the practice room.For more on this topic, read the excellent Kenny Werner book Effortless Mastery, which you can pick up here. If you want to be even more 21st century by getting an app to help you with your mindfulness, you're in luck! Take a peek at Waking Up with Sam Harris.There's a new course from Open Studio: Elements of Solo Piano! Learn from modern jazz master Geoffrey Keezer as he shows you the strategies and techniques to become a better solo pianist. You'll also get Guided Practice Sessions featuring Adam Maness, where he walks you through how to practice each lesson in the course. And for even more piano courses, sign up for the Piano Access Pass.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Don't just learn a tune once - learn it 11 more times. Peter and Adam lay down the merits of practicing in all keys.Shout out to Rick Beato - you can check out his YouTube channel here and his website here!To see the 30 Day Challenge mentioned in this episode, hop on over to our Instagram account.There's a new course from Open Studio: Elements of Solo Piano! Learn from modern jazz master Geoffrey Keezer as he shows you the strategies and techniques to become a better solo pianist. You'll also get Guided Practice Sessions featuring Adam Maness, where he walks you through how to practice each lesson in the course. And for even more piano courses, sign up for the Piano Access Pass.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's episode, Peter and Adam reveal a little trick they like to use to bring the blues out in any tune they're playing.There's a new course from Open Studio: Elements of Solo Piano! Learn from modern jazz master Geoffrey Keezer as he shows you the strategies and techniques to become a better solo pianist. You'll also get Guided Practice Sessions featuring Adam Maness, where he walks you through how to practice each lesson in the course. And for even more piano courses, sign up for the Piano Access Pass.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We all know Stevie Wonder is a great musician and songwriter, but is he a great JAZZ musician? Peter and Adam fill you in.There's a new course from Open Studio: Elements of Solo Piano. Learn from modern jazz master Geoffrey Keezer as he shows you the strategies and techniques to become a better solo pianist.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode, Peter and Adam give you some advice on how to make the most out of your shorter practice sessions.There's a new course from Open Studio: Elements of Solo Piano. Learn from modern jazz master Geoffrey Keezer as he shows you the strategies and techniques to become a better solo pianist. Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Trombonists are people, too! Today, Peter and Adam make up for their past trombone hate by shining some love on their favorite trombone solos.7 Great Trombone SolosJ.J. Johnson - "Billie's Bounce"Curtis Fuller - "Blue Train"Fred Wesley - "Pass the Peas" (check out a great transcription of this solo here)Michael Dease - "Frenzy" (listen to it on Spotify)Jack Teagarden - "Stardust"Trombone Shorty - "St. James Infirmary" (for another excellent transcription, go here)Aubrey Logan - "Pistol"Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's another edition of our series "What the Hell Is It?" Today, Peter and Adam break down the diminished scale - what it sounds like, how to play it, and when to use it.Calling all pianists - get the Piano Access Pass today! Save money with this bundle featuring every piano course ever from Open Studio, including teachers such as Peter Martin, Geoffrey Keezer, and Helio Alves.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel and leave a comment for this episode.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Peter and Adam discuss why the Suzuki Method is so proficient at producing pro musicians. (No, it isn't about the best way to ride a dirt bike)Calling all pianists - get the Piano Access Pass today! Save money with this bundle featuring every piano course ever from Open Studio, including teachers such as Peter Martin, Geoffrey Keezer, and Helio Alves.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode, learn what's stopping you from becoming the Mayor of Swingtown by avoiding these crucial mistakes.4 Reasons You're Not SwingingYou're trying too hardYou're not listening to the right stuffYou have bad time/control of the grooveYou're too dogmatic about what swing isBONUSInterested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Becoming a competent musician isn't nearly as difficult as people make it out to be. On this episode, Peter and Adam tell you why.7 Biggest Myths About Learning MusicTalent is the most importantGrit is the most importantYou have to start when you're a babyYou can just feel it, no need to practiceYou have to be a geniusYou don't need to know the language/you have to be totally originalIt comes quickly and easilyTo learn more about the Suzuki Method Peter mentions in this episode, check out Nurtured by Love by Dr. Shinichi Suzuki. You can buy it here: https://suzukiassociation.org/store/nurtured-by-love-book/Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.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.

Today, Peter and Adam list off some habits you should avoid when soloing. Which of these are you guilty of?7 Biggest Improv Mistakes You're Probably MakingPlaying too muchPlaying licks from the solos you've learnedNot playing confidently - tell your story!Not listening to the bandNot hearing the melodyNot playing to your audienceNot knowing what came beforeCalling all pianists - get the Piano Access Pass today! Save money with this bundle featuring every piano course ever from Open Studio, including teachers such as Peter Martin, Geoffrey Keezer, and Helio Alves. For more info, go to https://www.openstudiojazz.com/piano-access-passInterested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.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.

Everyone hates practicing the technical stuff during their practice sessions. Wait... everyone doesn't hate it!? Today, Peter and Adam tell you why you shouldn't dread this crucial part of your practice.How to Practice Technique:MindfullySlowlyDynamicallyMethodicallyCreativelyWhat to practiceWritten musicThe SpeakPipe hotline is back! Go to https://youllhearit.com/podcast/ and leave your question for Peter and Adam. If we like it, we'll do a whole episode on your topic or question.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.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.

Today, Peter fills you in on what he means by an "analog mindset" and how it can help you become a better musician.The SpeakPipe hotline is back! Go to https://youllhearit.com/podcast/ and leave your question for Peter and Adam. If we like it, we'll do a whole episode on your topic or question.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.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.

On this episode, Peter and Adam answer a SpeakPipe about whether or not you should always play the original chord changes or if it's okay to go off another reference.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.

Today, Peter and Adam break in the new keyboard setup with some different strategies for using a sustain pedal.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.

Peter and Adam make their long-awaited return today in the new-and-improved Podcave, and they fill us in on their trip to the JEN Conference.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.