Adam Maness

Are you TIRED of playing Christmas gigs yet?? Adam and Peter are here to give you some simple tips to add some spice to this holiday season!Open Studio Pro | GATELISTHave a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

In this episode, Adam and Peter delve into the intriguing musical journey of John Coates Jr., exploring the possibility of his influence on the legendary Keith Jarrett. Join us as we unravel the connections between these two accomplished piano players and appreciate Coates' distinctive style that may have left an indelible mark on Jarrett's own musical evolution.↓ Links from the pod ↓John Coates Jr. Music:Discogs SongwhipEthan Iverson's Article referencing John Coates Jr.Keith Jarrett InterviewHave a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

We've all been there. Playing a super long gig can be challenging! In this episode, Adam and Peter offer some tips to get some extra mileage out of your tunes and have more fun during those long stretches. ↓ Links from the pod ↓Open Studio Pro | GATELISTHave a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

In this episode, Peter and Adam delve into the world of Alternative Jazz. It's the first new category introduced in the Grammys under the Jazz category since 1995. What's it all about and where does it come from?↓ Links from the pod ↓Mentor SessionsGrammy Nominations - Alternative JazzHave a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Prepare for a journey into Sullivan Fortner's latest masterpiece, "Solo Game," alongside Adam and Peter. Witness the piano player that has garnered acclaim from piano legends, who boldly proclaim it as the epitome of solo piano in this generation. Are you ready to experience the hype for yourself? Share your thoughts on whether it lives up to the acclaim.Links from the pod ↓Open Studio ProFred Hersch's courseSullivan Fortner's Solo GameHave a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Knowing how to organize your practice sessions can be tough. We all struggle with it. Trying to stay motivated can be challenging when you aren’t in the right headspace or don’t feel inspired. In this episode, Peter and Adam offer some solutions. ↓ Links from the pod ↓Gabriel Kahane's - Empire Liquor Mart (9127 S. Figueroa St.) (Apartment Sessions)Roberta Flack - Tryin TimesPeter's OS video on Top 10 Greatest Jazz Albums MonoNeon's ManifestoHave a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Here on YHI we're always checking out the music of past generations... but what about the music of our current time? In this episode, we'll dive deep into the world of modern trios and what makes them so great.↓ Links from the pod ↓Check out the Bill Charlap Trio for yourself. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

In this episode, Adam and Peter present one simple yet highly effective idea that you can add to your playing at any level. With examples from musical masters such as Keith Jarrett and Monk you know this is some good advice coming your way.↓ Links from the pod ↓Interested in OSPro? Join the waitlist to be a member of our community.https://www.openstudiojazz.com/proCheck out the examples we used for yourself!Keith Jarrett Trio Thelonious Monk Trio Live in 66Check out the SoundSlice of Herbie's "All of You"Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Join Adam and Peter as they geek out on the mesmerizing talent of the Oscar Peterson trio. Immerse yourself in the mastery of OP, exploring his incredible playing and leadership. Don't miss the chance to experience jazz through the lens of Oscar Peterson.↓ Links from the pod ↓Oscar and EllaCurious about our Mentor Sessions? Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

In this episode, Adam and Peter have the opportunity to spend time with the renowned Kiefer. From sharing anecdotes about his past experiences in production and recording to discussing his current connection with modern music, Kiefer reveals the journey that led him to his present position.↓ Links from the pod ↓All things Kiefer:https://ffm.bio/kiefer@kiefdaddysupremeSpectrasonics PerformanceHave a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

In this episode, Peter talks about one of his tunes from his latest album "Generation S". The tune is entitled "Groove Echo Chamber". Wondering what that means? Well you're not alone - find out the answer to that question and what it was like recording this track in this episode.Check out "Groove Echo Chamber".Want to buy the album? Look no further. Click HERE.Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

In this episode, Peter and Adam explore the differences between composition and arrangement. Join us as we dive into the art of crafting melodies and harmonies versus the skill of organizing and enhancing the musical elements of a pre-existing song. Is one technique better than the other? Let's find out.  Here's the link to our Spotify playlist featuring all of these tunes.As per PM's guidance - Join the waitlist for OSPRO!Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

In this episode, we decided to highlight our favorite YouTubers and some specific videos of theirs. Check out who WE check out and see what's been giving us inspo lately. Here's the links to the videos that were referenced:Patrick Bartley Nahre SolScott's Bass Lesson'sPerformance videos:Shawn Martin | Keyscape SessionsEmmet's Place ft: Samara JoyJazz Piano Deep Dive (High Level)Chris Parks - Things I Learned from BarryJeremy SiskindHave a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Alright it's time to let y'all in on the big secret. Adam and Peter finally let loose the three biggest chord mistakes you can make. Find out what makes the list and let us know if you agree. Check out The Heart Melter chords short Adam and Peter referenced.Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Adam and Peter dive in on Jahari Stampley who recently won the Herbie Hancock Competition. From where he got his roots to his future endeavors, Adam and Peter want to know it all. This is an episode you do not want to miss. Links from the episode below ↓NYTimes ArticleAmazing GracePiano HacksHave a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

It's that iconic sound that everyone knows yet it spans over every genre we can throw at it. In this episode, Peter and Adam dig into the magic of Stevie Wonder's sound. What makes it all sound like Stevie? Check out Peter's video on all that Stevie Wonder hipness.Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

This episode is not for the faint of heart... Adam and Peter take a deep dive into the darkest side of jazz. A place most musicians fear so much they can't even type the URL without a tingling sensation running down their spines. Forgive us as we take you on a journey into the diabolical world of ...live stream animated jazz cafes. Sorry.  Palette cleanser.Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Peter and Adam go all in on a technique developed by Open Studio instructor Jeremy Siskind. Check out what the Siskind Shuttle, Three Zone Concept, and more are all about.Check out Jeremy's newest course at Open Studio!Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Ok we're asking the big questions here. Bill Evans. Is he the GOAT or is it all just hype? In this episode, Peter and Adam get into these questions and more. Is there room for these topics in the jazz climate today?Check out Ethan Iverson's articles on the topic:1. https://ethaniverson.com/interview-with-nicholas-payton/2. https://ethaniverson.com/2021/06/07/bill-evans-at-the-bohemia/Peep the episode on Brad Mehldau right HEREHave a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Peter and Adam throw in their 2 cents on Adam Neely's newest video about the incredible Laufey's rise to stardom in today's Jazz climate. What are your thoughts on this musician's career? How does this change the way we look at Jazz?Check out Adam's video for yourself right here. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

In this episode, Peter and Adam travel back in time to a time when things were just simpler. Think baggy pants and gel bracelets. Sitcoms on tv and dial-up internet, heck... we're talking flip-phones baby! Join in as Peter and Adam check out a live concert of Brad Mehldau playing at Parc Floral de Paris which was part of the "A Fleur de Jazz" Festival in 1997. Check the OG concert! Right HEREHave a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Peter and Adam discuss what it's like learning music, amongst other things, while managing physical/mental health.Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Alright it's time to get dogmatic! We got the 6 most definitive solos in Jazz. Only one solo per instrument so you know its about to go down.Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

He's got flair, he's got style, he's got that iconic SOUND. Nobody's had a career in jazz quite like him. Any guesses to who it is?? Ok wellI'll tell ya - It's Christian McBride ladies and gentlemen... Join Peter and Adam as they jam out to Christian's Tiny Desk episode with his new band. Check it out for yourself right here 👍Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Peter and Adam debrief on the Gen S recording project. Imagine recording an album live... easy right?  Not quite. In fact, lets just say it's not for the faint of heart but anything is possible when you got a crew like Peter does! In this episode, Peter tells all on exactly how the process really went down.Check out the live for yourself below right HERE.Pre-order CD & Vinyl Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Watchu know about warming up? Is it even necessary? If so...how do ya do it?Adam and Peter walk you through the power of the warm up, showing you how fine tuning this routine can take you to the vaulted "next level."Check out "Genius Chord Warmups" - Adam Maness expands on his wildly popular chord warmup videos with this deep dive Guided Practice: https://www.openstudiojazz.com/genius-chord-warmupsHave a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Adam and Peter talk about their favorite "Aha!" moments that opened new pathways in music. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Peter and Adam take some questions from listeners about navigating some ambiguous harmony in tunes and how to hone your gospel chops. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Peter and Adam decide which albums absolutely won't be on their picks for desert island albums. Have a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram

Adam and Peter tell all in this YHI episode. Join in as they dive into what venues were awesome and which ones were... not so awesome. 🔥Generation S LIVE Album Recording 9/7/23 at 8pm ET: https://youtube.com/live/2nFQKgKWsyc🇪🇺🇬🇧 Euro/UK edition 9/7/23 at 20:00 CET: https://youtube.com/live/e-4BL4IoE2oHave a question for us? Leave us a SpeakPipeCheckout courses from Adam, Peter and more at Open Studio🎹 Head over to our YouTube channel for a better look 👀.Follow us on Instagram