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14 mins S1 #18 Feb 17, 18

7 Secrets to Playing Fast - #18

Speed is important asset for any jazz musician. Check out these 7 tips that can help you increase your speed, whether you're a beginner or a pro. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

12 mins S1 #17 Feb 16, 18

4 Easy Chord Substitutions on a 2-5-1 - #17

These 4 common substitutions are a great way to mix it up when you're playing 2-5-1's. Tri-tones, 4-minor, gospel subs, and even Coltrane changes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

10 mins S1 #16 Feb 15, 18

7 Ways to Boost Your Ear Training - #16

Intervals, recordings, patterns and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

8 mins S1 #15 Feb 14, 18

How to Become a Better Composer - #15

Score study and transcriptions are just a few of the things you can do to up your composition game. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

12 mins S1 #14 Feb 13, 18

How to Practice Away From Your Instrument - #14

We all have short periods of time when we can't be around our instruments. Don't let you playing slip, practice anyway! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

11 mins S1 #13 Feb 12, 18

5 Improv Hacks That Will Improve Your Bebop Solos - #13

Some easy things you can do right now to get that classic bebop sound. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

7 mins S1 #12 Feb 11, 18

How to Keep From Getting Overwhelmed - #12

Get the information you need, but make sure it's the correct info. Then you'll be educated, not overwhelmed. We're here to help you along the way. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

9 mins S1 #11 Feb 10, 18

How to Play "Out" - #11

Take it out - but know how to get there. And also how to get back home. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

7 mins S1 #10 Feb 09, 18

4 Fundamental Things You Need to Master - #10

Jazz is easy - learn these 4 things, master them, wow the audience. Your welcome.1) Ear Training2) Vocabulary3) Sense of Style4) Communication See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

11 mins S1 #9 Feb 08, 18

7 Jazz Albums That Changed Our Lives - #9

Here ya go.....1) Crescent (John Coltrane)2) Giant Steps (John Coltrane)3) Black Codes from the Underground (Wynton Marsalis)4) Beyond (Joshua Redman)5) Solo Monk (Thelonius Monk)6) Thrust (Herbie Hancock)7) Kind of Blue (Miles Davis) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

11 mins S1 #8 Feb 07, 18

Our Favorite Soloing Hacks That Actually Work - #8

Here's some tips for improving your soloing. Spoiler alert - you just have to listen. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

12 mins S1 #7 Feb 06, 18

7 Secrets for Transcribing Solos - #7

Transcribing solos is one of the most effective uses of your practice time, but it can be one of the most arduous parts as well. Follow our advice and you'll be learning the solos in no time. Then you can thank us as you relax with all that new hip knowledge! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

10 mins S1 #6 Feb 05, 18

Secrets to Learning Tunes FAST - #6

The secrets to learning tunes fast and thoroughly. You're welcome. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

9 mins S1 #5 Feb 04, 18

How to Get and Keep a Gig - #5

Both Adam and Peter have gotten AND kept countless gigs over the years. That's why they're the experts on this subject, so why don't you take heed as they break it down, ah-ight? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

15 mins S1 #4 Feb 03, 18

7 Ways to Practice Scales Creatively - #4

Practicing scales is a necessary part of developing as a jazz player. It doesn't have to be boring, just follow Peter & Adam's tips and you'll be well on your way to Creative Scale Practice Heaven! Catch more ideas and inspiration at Open Studio. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

5 mins S1 #3 Feb 02, 18

How NOT to use the Blues Scale - #3

To play the blues, you gotta know what NOT to play. And then, maybe, just maybe you'll then be able to have the blues. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

6 mins S1 #2 Feb 01, 18

Should You Worry about the Jazz Police? - #2

Adam and Peter delve into how to deal with the long arm of the law. You better lawyer up! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

7 mins S1 #1 Jan 31, 18

7 Great Practice Routine Hacks - #1

In this inuagural episode, Peter Martin & Adam Maness break down seven ideas for your practice routine.