Adam Maness

Peter and Adam catch up on what they've been up to lately - what they've been practicing, listening to, and working on.

Peter and Adam answer one of the most asked questions by musicians around the world - why don't I like what I'm playing?

Part two of Peter & Adam's wide-ranging interview with Grammy award winning trumpeter, composer, producer, blogger, and #BAM codifier, Nicholas Payton

A live conversation and interview with Grammy award winning trumpeter, composer, producer, blogger, and #BAM codifier, Nicholas Payton!

Peter and Adam talk to one of the most prolific jazz bassists of all time.

Peter and Adam take a look at some burning questions

Peter and Adam revisit a controversial topic from a few weeks ago: the accuracy of the Real Book

Their cup of noodles runneth over

It doesn't matter what instrument you play, these are bass lines every musician must know

Peter and Adam look through their favorite comments of the past week.

In honor of the jazz legend's birthday, Peter and Adam list some of their favorite moments from Herbie Hancock's storied career.

It's "Mean Tweets" YHI edition as Peter and Adam look at some of the less-than-loving comments they've gotten recently.

First impressions are everything - Peter and Adam list their favorite openings to seven different tunes

Peter and Adam are back on the carousel, highlight their favorite (and not so favorite) recent comments. All aboard!

Today, Peter and Adam discuss one of the most controversial resources for jazz musicians: the Real Book, and wether or not it lives up to its infamy.Links from this episode:Get the free PDF from this episode with this linkCheck out all of the tunes mentioned in this episode with our Spotify playlistPrefer your podcasts in video form? Watch the YouTube version of this episode hereInterested 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

Peter and Adam highlight their favorite recent comments

*For you to learn today

A rhythm section has many roles to play in an ensemble. Peter and Adam nail down what the most important element for a good rhythm section is.

Peter and Adam expand their jazz sonic palette and check out some new releases.

Peter and Adam take a deep-dive into one of the most commonly played chords in jazz tunes: the five-seven chord.

It's one of Peter and Adam's favorite things to talk about on the show, and today, we dive into what a typical Peter Martin practice session is like.

The jazz world (and the music world as a whole) lost one of its most cherished artists last week: Chick Corea. Peter and Adam pay tribute to his iconic music.

Peter and Adam try to pin down which pianist from this generation matches the skill and feel of Oscar Peterson.

We dive deep into the musical psyche of Peter as Adam tests out a melodic experiment on him.

Peter and Adam pick apart the various performances from the 2021 United States Presidential Inauguration, and discuss what they liked and didn't like.

Peter and Adam discuss some of the best rhythm players of all time and the "pockets" they helped define during their career.

It's a special edition of You'll Hear It today as Open Studio bass guru Bob DeBoo and jazz bass master Reuben Rogers discuss some tips they wish they were told when first starting out.

Peter and Adam break down what exactly makes a tune sound so amazing. Today, from Stan Getz and J.J. Johnson at the Opera House, it's "Billie's Bounce."

Season 8 kicks off with Peter and Adam analyzing the start, middle, and end of the careers of three jazz trumpet legends: Louis Armstrong, Miles Davis, and Roy Hargrove.

Peter comes at you with a solo episode today as he shows you some tunes worth checking out.