Adam Maness

In this episode of the Run it Back series we take a look at note application, scales, and why certain notes just don't sound right.

Speakpipe topic! Today Adam and Peter discuss how to build your voicings with as little or as many notes as you need to capture the sound you are going for.

In this "Run it Back" special we navigate how to approach learning new things. Whether it be music or plumbing these skills will help you center yourself around being a true lifelong learner.

In this episode, Adam and Peter discuss alterations. Specifically using a diminished shape within a dominant chord.

Run it BACK. This episode features a compilation of clips that all discuss using your ears and how it can be helpful when playing.

A special episode of You'll Hear It that puts a spotlight on our sister podcast Upright Citizens. Bob DeBoo and Reuben Rodgers do an in-depth interview with Larry Grenadier.

Adam and Peter discuss what it takes to navigate problems and making mistakes while staying focused and keeping a level head.

Run it BACK! This episode of "You'll Hear It" features clips about improving your Improvisation skills by changing your approach and mentality.

Adam and Peter discuss and breakdown a world class, or as they say "S-Tier", performance they attended at JazzSTL featuring Christian McBride, Benny Green, and Greg Hutchinson.

Speakpipe Wednesday - Equanimity - /ˌekwəˈnimədē/ noun - mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation. Peter and Adam discuss how equanimity can help your performance.

Method Monday: Voicings, voicings, voicings. Peter and Adam each show their favorite chord voicings using the circle of fifths, and tell you why.

First Take Friday: Sit with Adam and Peter as they listen to the Grammy nominated improvised solos from Jon Batiste and Chick Corea

Speakpipe Wednesday: Peter and Adam discuss their top 7 "understated ballads"

Adam and special guest Warren Wolf listen to Warren's three favorite tracks that feature the vibraphone.

It's First Take Friday. Sit with Peter and Adam as they listen to Kenny Barron's Grammy nominated solo on the Gerry Gibbs album "Songs From My Father". This is a remarkable collection featuring an amazing list of legends like Ron Carter, Chick Corea, Christian McBride, Geoffrey Keezer and more.

Peter & Adam address a listener's question how to identify odd time signatures? And don't miss the special appearance from Emmet Cohen!

Is it all Improv? What's appropriate listening etiquette? Best introductory jazz Album? Smooth vs. Straight Ahead? Peter answers four most often asked questions jazz musicians hear, with special guest Kelly Martin.

First Take Friday: Sit with Adam and Peter as they listen to Weedie Braimah's release The Hands of Time, and especially Christian Scott Atunde Adjuah's solo.

Peter & Adam address a listener's question on how to practice keeping time, using Chick Corea as an example. Quote from Chick on rhythm: "I don't know any rote ways to improve your rhythm. I personally don't advise using a metronome, you'd be following the metronome and you want to be creating your own rhythm. One way to do that is to make recordings of yourself and listen to yourself back and try to see how you can improve what you want to improve about that. But rhythm, in general, is something that you build little bit by little bit by just doing it and correcting yourself and getting better at what you see."

It's Method Monday. Adam does a deep dive on simplifying how you handle chord voicings.