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27 mins S11 #104 Mar 30, 23

Vibe-Free Jazz

Peter and Adam discuss the repercussions of the "vibe" and it's positive and negative influences to the different generations of musicians. Watch MonoNeon's performance of the national anthem right here. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open StudioLet us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Instagram

27 mins S11 #103 Mar 27, 23

60 Second Pedagogy

Adam and Peter explore the new realm of quick pedagogy that has come into play across the internet. Check out Adam's "Harmonic Warm-Up" short on YouTube. Check out Rick Beato's shorts on YouTube for some guitar chops. Aimee Nolte has some excellent shorts as well for improving your piano skills. Check it out here.Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open StudioLet us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Instagram 

29 mins S11 #102 Mar 23, 23

The Power Of The Mu Chord

Adam and Peter let you in on a little secret they'd like to call The "Mu" Chord. Check out what that might be in this episode. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open StudioLet us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Instagram

30 mins S11 #101 Mar 20, 23

Do We Care If There's Soul?

Adam and Peter discuss whether the people of the future would really even care if a robot made the music we enjoy vs a person. Check out Adam's video Killin Harmonic Warm-Up.Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio. Use the Free Trial to get started today!Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Instagram

58 mins S11 #100 Mar 16, 23

Beyond The Bassist

Peter and Adam interview legendary composer, educator, bass player, and Jazz Legend Maestro Ron Carter about his life and legacy. Check out Maestro's book Chartography here.You can also find Open Studio's Blueprint for Jazz Bass right here. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open StudioLet us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Instagram

29 mins S11 #99 Mar 13, 23

Which Keys Will Please?

Peter and Adam get into some gear talk about the pros and cons of the biggest piano brands on the market. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open StudioLet us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Instagram

27 mins S11 #98 Mar 09, 23

Remembering Wayne

Adam and Peter reflect on the long and incredible legacy of the master Wayne Shorter. Check out Peter's video on Footprints here.Want to check out the video yourself? Check it right here. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open StudioLet us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Instagram

32 mins S11 #97 Mar 06, 23

The Keith Jarrett/Rick Beato Interview

Adam and Peter check out Rick Beato's interview with Keith Jarrett. Jarrett is an American jazz pianist and composer. He is considered one of the most influential and accomplished jazz musicians of his generation. Check out Rick Beato's interview here.Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open StudioLet us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Instagram

21 mins S11 #96 Mar 03, 23

It's Not All On Paper

Peter and Adam dig in to see if you can fully learn jazz just from sheet music. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open StudioCheck out Open Studio's latest video The 3 principles of Herbie HancockLet us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Instagram

14 mins S11 #95 Feb 27, 23

Why Am I Not Getting Any Better?

Adam and Peter try to work out why some people can't seem to progress in their practice sessions even though they are consistently working on things. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open StudioLet us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Instagram

24 mins S11 #94 Feb 24, 23

Speaking Without Talking

Adam and Peter get deep into some YHI listener questions about how to communicate non-verbally and why there's fewer women in Jazz than men. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open StudioLet us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Instagram

21 mins S11 #93 Feb 20, 23

Has Jazz Strayed Too Far?

Adam and Peter discuss if Jazz has strayed too far from its roots and what that means for the future of the music. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open StudioLet us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Instagram

18 mins S11 #92 Feb 17, 23

5 Fundamentals

Peter and Adam break down the 5 fundamentals to being a great musician throughout your life. Wanna check out Upright Citizens? Click the link.Check out the Open Studio course "Language of the Masters" right here. Check out a YHI classic - 17 Tunes You Gotta Know.Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open StudioLet us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Instagram

30 mins S11 #91 Feb 13, 23

What Musicians Can Learn From Sports Psychology

Adam and Peter take you through what it takes to get in the right mindset for playing music and draw a lot of parallels to sports psychology. Want to check out Adam's new course "Hearing Great Harmony"? Check out it right here. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open StudioLet us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Instagram

30 mins S11 #90 Feb 10, 23

2023 Grammy Recap

Adam and Peter check out the recent Grammy Award Ceremonies and offer their insight to what when down this year. Check out Samara Joy and keep up to date with what she's up to. Listen to Open Studio artist Geoffrey Keezer and buy his latest album right here. Don't forget to check out Robert Glasper's latest album as well right here with this link. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open StudioLet us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, or head over to our YouTube channel.Follow us on Instagram

37 mins S11 #89 Feb 06, 23

Beginner? Intermediate? Or A Secret Third Thing.

Adam and Peter open up the hotline on this episode to address different questions from YHI fans about the various stages of their playing and what to work on next.

31 mins S11 #88 Feb 03, 23

Can Public Radio Swing??

Peter and Adam investigate a recent NPR story on the physics of swing. Can scientists truly quantify the vibe?

23 mins S11 #87 Jan 30, 23

Stop Using Scales

Adam and Peter discuss a new OS concept called "hinging". See how this concept can help your playing.

24 mins S11 #86 Jan 27, 23

Everyone's Busy. Nobody Cares. Find Time To Practice.

No more excuses. Adam and Peter talk about the true nature of developing a good practice ritual.

30 mins S11 #85 Jan 23, 23

7 Favorite NON-Jazz Solos

Adam and Peter do a listening sesh and discuss their favorite "non-jazz" solos.

26 mins S11 #84 Jan 20, 23

OG's React To IG's #5

OG's React To IG's #5. This time Peter and Adam react to Justin Lee Schultz who is a rising star amongst the jazz community worldwide.

16 mins S11 #83 Jan 16, 23

Bebop Scale? Not a Thing.

Peter and Adam are here to make some serious claims about the Bebop Scale. What do you think about this scale?

21 mins S11 #82 Jan 13, 23

Unintended Benefits of Practicing in 12 Keys

Adam and Peter discuss the unintended benefits of practicing in 12 keys and what you may not expect to get out of it.

20 mins S11 #81 Jan 04, 23

7 New Year's NOT-Resolutions

Join Adam and Peter as they discuss their goals for the New Year while avoiding that classic title of "resolution".

30 mins S11 #80 Jan 02, 23

ONE THOUSAND

Adam and Peter celebrate 1000 episodes of YHI. Join the duo as they look back at some YHI classic episodes and reflect.

22 mins S11 #79 Dec 30, 22

Attitude Of Gratitude

Adam and Peter talk about the 7 things they are grateful for and what got them to episode 999 of YHI.

26 mins S11 #78 Dec 28, 22

Why Aren't I Motivated To Practice?

Adam and Peter take a SpeakPipe question about why we occasionally don't feel motivated to practice and progress.

21 mins S11 #77 Dec 09, 22

Weird, Worst, Embarrassing, and ...Celebrities?

Adam and Peter kick off a new series talkin about gigs that either went weird, bad, embarrassing, or became intertwined with a celebrity.

22 mins S11 #76 Dec 07, 22

Best Holiday Bangers

Peter and Adam put together a list of their personal favorite holiday jams.

15 mins S11 #75 Dec 05, 22

No More Getting Lost

Adam and Peter talk about how to find yourself in tunes where the form gets tricky.