All Episodes

9 mins S1 #48 Mar 19, 18

7 Ways to Get the Audience on Their Feet for Every Solo - #48

In this episode, Adam and Peter give you tips on how to get the audience connected to your solo. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

8 mins S1 #47 Mar 18, 18

How to Manage Your Time Effectively - #47

Peter and Adam discuss time management skills that can help keep you focused. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

8 mins S1 #46 Mar 17, 18

4 Ways to Change Keys Without Sounding (Too) Lame - #46

Adam and Peter discuss their favorite ways to change the key during a tune. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

12 mins S1 #45 Mar 16, 18

How to Make Your Regular Gigs Addictive to Your Audience - #45

Peter and Adam discuss some things you can do on your regular gigs to draw and keep a crowd. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

8 mins S1 #44 Mar 15, 18

You're Not Getting Better Because of This 1 Thing - #44

In this episode, Peter and Adam talk about the importance of being impatient with your progress. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

11 mins S1 #43 Mar 14, 18

Our First Voice Question! Old Uprights - #43

Peter and Adam take a voicemail question from listener, Dan, about replacing his old upright piano. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

10 mins S1 #42 Mar 13, 18

5 Tips to Becoming a Better Arranger - #42

Peter and Adam give you practical advise for getting your arranging game together. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

9 mins S1 #41 Mar 12, 18

A Cross-Discipline Conversation - #41

Peter and Adam sit down with Open Studio graphic design intern Clara to discuss the similarities between visual art and music. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

10 mins S1 #40 Mar 11, 18

7 of Our Favorite Piano Solos - #40

In this episode, Adam and Peter list some of their favorite piano solos of all time. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

8 mins S1 #39 Mar 10, 18

5 Old Tracks That Aren't Corny - #39

Peter and Adam discuss 5 of their favorite old tracks. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

9 mins S1 #38 Mar 09, 18

How to Save a Solo That Heads South - #38

In this very special, heart-breaking episode, Peter and Adam go over some alternative techniques to save a dying solo. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

12 mins S1 #37 Mar 08, 18

How Much Should You Practice Every Day? - #37

Peter and Adam talk about practice techniques designed to get you the most out of your practice time. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

9 mins S1 #36 Mar 07, 18

Favorite First Jazz Albums From a Non-Musician - #36

Peter and Adam are joined by Open Studio co-founder and jazz fan, Dan Martin to discuss Dan's favorite first jazz albums and what non-musicians are thinking about when they listen to jazz. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

10 mins S1 #35 Mar 06, 18

4 Tactics to Use When Things Go Wrong - #35

Peter and Adam give some practical advice for dealing with train wrecks on the bandstand. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

10 mins S1 #34 Mar 05, 18

How to Develop a Single Idea Into a Theme - #34

In this episode, Peter and Adam give you some ideas on developing simple ideas into more complex themes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

13 mins S1 #33 Mar 04, 18

5 Great Jazz Albums of the '90s - #33

Adam and Peter debate their favorite albums of the 90's - and their favorite color of Z. Cavaricci pants. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

10 mins S1 #32 Mar 03, 18

Let's Fact Check an Online Tutorial - #32

Peter and Adam fact check an online jazz piano tutorial. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

13 mins S1 #31 Mar 02, 18

How to Make Money Playing Jazz - #31

Peter and Adam share some creative ideas to getting paid to play. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

15 mins S1 #30 Mar 01, 18

7 Great Jazz Clubs Around the World - #30

In this episode, Peter and Adam talk about their favorite jazz clubs around the world. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

9 mins S1 #29 Feb 28, 18

5 Classical Pieces That Will Enhance Your Jazz Playing - #29

Adam and Peter discuss some of their favorite classical pieces and composers and how they fit into jazz. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

13 mins S1 #28 Feb 27, 18

How to Learn Piano FAST - #28

Peter and Adam give some tips on learning beginner jazz piano for non-pianists. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

14 mins S1 #27 Feb 26, 18

7 Non-Jazz Albums for Jazz Heads - #27

Prince, Stevie Wonder, Carol King and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

12 mins S1 #26 Feb 25, 18

Gig Etiquette - #26

In this episode, Peter and Adam discuss some things to do and things to don't do on a gig. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

14 mins S1 #25 Feb 24, 18

7 Things to Listen for When Learning a Solo - #25

and a bonus tip to boost your ego See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

8 mins S1 #24 Feb 23, 18

Should You Practice Patterns? - #24

Peter and Adam debate the usefulness of practicing musical patterns. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

8 mins S1 #23 Feb 22, 18

What Does "You'll Hear It" Actually Mean? - #23

In this very special episode, Peter and Adam talk about the inspiration behind the title of this podcast. Also, Peter almost gets crushed by a sound baffle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

11 mins S1 #22 Feb 21, 18

17 Standards Every Jazz Player Should Know - #22

Peter and Adam discuss 17 essential standards that every jazz musician should know. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

9 mins S1 #21 Feb 20, 18

Jazz Improv Tips We Would Give Our Younger Selves - #21

Peter and Adam discuss tips and techniques they would give their younger selves - and time travel. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

8 mins S1 #20 Feb 19, 18

How to Swing - #20

In this episode, Peter and Adam discuss some ways you can practice and develop a strong sense of swing. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

11 mins S1 #19 Feb 18, 18

5 Tools That Will Help You Learn Jazz - #19

Peter and Adam get into albums, YouTube, big ears, and other great tools to help you become the best player you can be. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.