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What Makes This Album Great: Double Rainbow
In this installment of our "What Makes This Album Great" series we take a look at Double Rainbow: The Music of Antonio Carlos Jobim. Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial...
Why Should I Care About The Melodic Minor Scale
In this episode, Adam and Peter dive into the Melodic Minor Scale and what we can do with it. Join us for some helpful tips on this invaluable scale and how to use it ...
What Makes This Album Great: Empyrean Isles
In this episode, the yhi team breaks into the discography of Herbie Hancock. Let's delve into Empyrean Isles and really break down what elements make it so iconic. Unl...
3 Steps To Better Voicings
In this episode, Adam and Peter reveal three essential steps to making your voicings better. From comping to writing new tunes these steps will come in handy sooner th...
What Makes This Album Great: Thelonious Alone In San Francisco
In this episode, Adam and Peter start a new series! What exactly makes the Jazz catalog so great. Let's delve into Thelonious Alone in San Fransico and really break do...
How to Nurture Joyful Musicians
In this episode, Adam and Peter talk about how to nurture young musicians to be their best self.↓ Links from the pod ↓Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a be...
6 Years Later... Were We Right?
In this episode, Peter and Adam go WAY back to the YHI inaugural episode and see how things hold up down the line. ↓ Links from the pod ↓Unlock your FREE Open Studio t...
The MVP of ATTYA
It's time to dive deep into All The Things You Are. A classic Jazz standard that everyone needs to familiarize themselves with at some point. Adam and Peter serve up a...
What Should I Be Practicing?
In this episode, Adam and Peter dive into a topic we can ALL get behind... what should we be practicing?? Join us as we dive into what we need to practice on the month...
The Secrets To Advanced Ear Training
Ever wondered what the trick is to training your ears to hear just like the pros? In this episode, Adam and Peter dive into their tips for developing some great ear tr...
How Bill Evans Practiced Harmony
In this video Adam and Peter talk about Bill Evans' approach to practicing harmony. Adam has a few hot tips to get your playing on track to sound like the jazz legend ...
How To Receive Constructive Criticism
In this episode, Adam and Peter get a verrrry interesting speakpipe from a devoted listener. Thus opening up the conversation about how we can receive constructive cri...
The MOST Underrated Jazz Albums From Artists You May Know
Adam and Peter kick back and talk about some jazz albums that just don't get the props they should. From those under-the-radar gems to the unsung heroes of the jazz sc...
How I Became A Better Player In My 40's
In this episode, Adam takes us on a ride through his musical journey, sharing how he transformed into a more accomplished piano player and musician as he's gotten olde...
The Brad Mehldau/Rick Beato Interview
Join Adam and Peter as they tune into the newest Brad Mehldau interview with Rick Beato. ↓ Links from the pod ↓Open Studio Pro | WAITLISTOur latest video on Brad...The...
What Makes A Good Standard?
In this episode, Adam and Peter check out Waltz for Debbie, a classic Bill Evans standard, and break down just what's so good about it.↓ Links from the pod ↓Open Studi...
3 Essential Groove Elements
Ever wondered what it takes to really sit in a groove? Or perhaps you've been feeling like you're time is stuck in a rut and you want to take it to the next level. Wel...
How Anxiety Almost Ruined My Playing...
Adam and Peter tell all in this episode of YHI addressing the musician's most common ailment. Anxiety... Everyone can relate to the feeling but what can we do to avoid...
The State Of (Jazz) Vocals 2024
In this special Grammy recap episode, Adam and Peter take a closer look at the cream of the crop in vocal jazz from this year's Grammy Awards. Join us on this captivat...
Nobody Does It Brecker!
Get ready to hang with our hosts as they break down the epic musical journey of the Brecker Brothers in this podcast episode! Michael and Randy Brecker are the OGs of ...
It's 2024: Is Jazz Getting Smoother?
In this episode, hosts Adam and Peter embark on a musical journey, exploring the talent of Yussef Dayes. A prominent figure in the industry, Dayes' innovative sound ha...
Do You Need Bebop To Swing?
In this unique solo episode, Adam guides us through the seamless mastery of Erroll Garner, showcasing his ability to swing with incredible intensity, all while skillfu...
We're Jazz Pianists and (we think) We Can Do ANYTHING
In the realm of pianists, a pervasive trait emerges—the unwavering belief in their capabilities. But is this self-assurance justified? Join Adam and Peter in this epis...
Biggest Wins and Losses of 2023
In this episode, Adam and Peter spill the beans on their rollercoaster of a year! Get ready for the highs, brace yourself for the lows. Taking a trip down memory lane ...
Fun With (Hard) Triads
In this episode, Peter goes solo! Ever wondered how to practice and experiment with harder triad shapes? Well in this episode Peter's got you. Practice your triads the...
How To Have A Bulletproof Method of Phrasing
In this episode, Peter and Adam delve into the art of phrasing and musical conversation. They explore effective ways to articulate thoughts while playing music, emphas...
Struggling To Grow Your Playing?
Adam and Peter share their tips on how to foster your creative skills in any environment. Growth can be difficult to manage so let the OS team guide you to success wit...
Why You Don't Have A Practice Routine
It's time to get real. Sometimes it's hard to really solidify a practice schedule. Optimizing your time can be a daunting task so it's better to look at the challenge ...
7 Chords From 1 Shape
In this episode, Adam and Peter explore a simplified approach to playing chords.They advocate for using "shapes" as a tool to sidestep excessive analytical thinking, a...
Our Top 5 Jazz Albums of 2023
As we bid farewell to the final episode of the year, it's time to pay homage to the crème de la crème of jazz albums in 2023. Join the conversation in the comments sec...
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