All Episodes

10 mins S1 #73 Apr 13, 18

Instrument Spotlight: The Saxophone - #73

Today, Peter and Adam discuss their favorite saxophone players and recordings. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

12 mins S1 #72 Apr 12, 18

5 Tips for Performing in a Recording Session - #72

Today, Adam and Peter give some advice for getting the most out of your studio sessions. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

8 mins S1 #71 Apr 11, 18

How to Handle a Bad or Hostile Crowd - #71

In this episode, Peter and Adam discuss some tips for handling a not-so-friendly crowd. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

10 mins S1 #70 Apr 10, 18

How to Still Play Your Best With Jet Lag - #70

Today, Peter and Adam talk strategies for performing while suffering from jet lag. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

11 mins S1 #69 Apr 09, 18

The Pros and Cons of Being a Band Leader - #69

In this episode, Adam and Peter list some advantages and disadvantages of being a leader vs. being a side-player. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

12 mins S1 #68 Apr 08, 18

7 Ways to Thrive on a Solo Piano Gig - #68

Today, Peter and Adam discuss some ways to get the most out of your solo piano gigs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

18 mins S1 #67 Apr 07, 18

Our Mt. Rushmore of Jazz Musicians (Not Pianists) - #67

Today we reveal our list of who we consider the most important figures in the history of the music See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

12 mins S1 #66 Apr 06, 18

Our Mt. Rushmore of Jazz Pianists - #66

Today, we answer a voicemail question from listener, Dan, about our favorite jazz pianists of all time. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

10 mins S1 #65 Apr 05, 18

How to Catch up as an Adult Student - #65

In this episode, Peter and Adam discuss some techniques for making progress as an adult student, new to jazz. From listener Chris. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

11 mins S1 #64 Apr 04, 18

How Do You Know What Your Sound Is? - #64

Peter and Adam answer a listener question about developing your own sound. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

9 mins S1 #63 Apr 03, 18

How to Practice Scales (And Not Get Depressed About It) - #63

In this episode, Peter and Adam go over some techniques to add variety to your scale practice. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

13 mins S1 #62 Apr 02, 18

Some Things Great Jazz Musicians Don't Want You to Know - #62

Today, Adam and Peter discuss some secrets that most good jazz musicians keep close to the vest. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

10 mins S1 #61 Apr 01, 18

Grit - #61

Peter and Adam tackle the issue of grit and the value of sticking with your passion through hardship. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

12 mins S1 #60 Mar 31, 18

How to Nail an Audition - #60

In today's episode, Peter and Adam outline some strategies to giving your best audition. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

19 mins S1 #59 Mar 30, 18

7 Essential Jazz Piano Albums - #59

Today, we dive into 7 of Peter's favorite jazz piano albums of all time. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

8 mins S1 #58 Mar 29, 18

Choosing Material for a Recording - #58

Today, we answer a question from listener, Elia: "How do you choose material for a recording?". See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

16 mins S1 #57 Mar 28, 18

7 Tips for Accompanying Singers - #57

Pianists, Peter Martin and Adam Maness discuss some common ways to accompany a vocalist.

13 mins S1 #56 Mar 27, 18

Instrument Spotlight: The Drums - #56

Today we discuss the instrument that makes it swing - the drums. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

17 mins S1 #55 Mar 26, 18

Instrument Spotlight: The Bass - #55

Today, we spotlight the glue of any any good rhythm section: the bass See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

9 mins S1 #54 Mar 25, 18

Tips for Keeping Time During a Drum Solo - #54

From listener, Elia - Adam and Peter discuss some strategies for keeping time during drum solos. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.