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Is Bossa Nova Jazz?

Peter and Adam listen to the iconic Getz/Gilberto album that revolutionized Bossa Nova in the world music scene. Which brings us to the big question... is Bossa Nova J...

The WORST Way To Practice

How can we do the right thing when we don't even know what the wrong this is. Speaking about practice of course, In this episode, Peter and Adam show you exactly what ...

End Of An Era For Miles

Nefertiti is one of Mile's greatest works and his last album with the famous quintet he built. It's time we take a minute to really dive into what this album represent...

Jazz Pianists Changed Forever After This Album

In this episode we FINALLY dive in deep and listen to McCoy Tyner's "The Real McCoy". This iconic album has shaped pianists for decades and its time we broke it down t...

Sound Bad? You're Missing This!

Adam and Peter reveal one CRUCIAL tip for improving your playing today. Like.. TODAY today. Tune in and find out!Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better ...

Why Adam Wants To End The Pod...

Well... has it come to this? Peter and Adam reflect on the journey of creating and producing their podcast, sharing the challenges they faced, and the moments that mak...

Our SECRET Minor 2-5 Voicing

Adam and Peter take to the Speakpipe! It's been long enough - time to dive into our listener's questions such as their ultimate minor 2-5 voicing and what records have...

What We Think About The "State Of Jazz"

Come hang with Peter and Adam as they check out Spotify's curated "State Of Jazz" list. Spotify's State Of JazzUnlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better pl...

7 Levels of Jazz Snobbery

We all know there are different degrees to being a snob but Adam and Peter thought its about time we nail them down! Time to sniff out all the snobs and find out what ...

Peter and Adam LOVE Kenny G

Kenny Garrett's Songbook is a huge contender for one the best albums to come out of the 90's jazz movement. So many things about this album hit hard for jazz musicians...

Bill Evans' Most Underrated Album?

Have you checked out Interplay? One of Bill Evan's most swinging performances on record! Join Adam and Peter as they break down what makes this album hit so hard.Peter...

Greatest Duet Album Ever?

1972... Something about that year just hit different! The albums from this era are too good and this one sets the standard high. Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway are t...

Sonic Nutrition

Peter and Adam finally get a chance to check the legendary Roy Hargrove's seminal album "Earfood". This album has impacted so many people merely for the track Strasbur...

The ONLY Solo You Need To Know

Finally! Peter divulges what solo he thinks would really make the difference in your playing if you were to only transcribe one solo. Bags GrooveUnlock your FREE Open ...

Wait... the 80's hit THIS HARD?

Black Codes From The Underground... Is it the seminal modern jazz album of the 80's? Adam and Peter check out the incredible album from early in Wynton and Branford Ma...

How We Play Out

Adam and Peter tell all in this episode focused on how to play OUTside the changes and the different approached you can use. George Garzone's Triadic ApproachUnlock yo...

Time Out Is Way Weirder Than You Think

Time out! The album we all know but maybe haven't truly dived into. Well leave THAT to the YHI team this time because, in this episode, we plan to dive in deep and fin...

Can We Write A Song In 30 Minutes?

Can we write a tune in 30 minutes? Well there's no time like the present! Tune in while Adam and Peter dive into writing a tune under the hotspot. Improvisation and pe...

Greatest Jazz Album of All Time?

Adam and Peter jump head first into Jazz history with this episode. Enjoy this listen of John Coltrane's potential Magnum Opus "A Love Supreme". What effect did this r...

Old School Or New School?

Adam and Peter compare their experiences of learning music to the average students of today. Were things better then or now? Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to beco...

The First Great Album Of The 21st Century

Adam and Peter go in deep about the iconic Joshua Redman album "Beyond' and attempt to discover exactly what makes this album so great.Check out "Beyond" for yourself....

Get Off The Information Treadmill

In this episode, Adam and Peter talk about the long road of practicing your craft and how that incrementally sculpts your voice as an artist. Unlock your FREE Open Stu...

Jazz Musicians Get Real About ‘Kind Of Blue'

Kind of Blue is one of the most iconic albums in the jazz idiom. It's inspired so many of us that we even use it as the modern standard for a great album. Join Adam an...

The Best Part About Harmony

Adam and Peter dive into their favorite subject... HARMONY! Adam walks us through modal interchange and all of it's functions. North Sea Jazz Fest Unlock your FREE Ope...

What Makes This Album Great: Songs In The Key Of Life

In this episode, Adam and Peter check out one of Stevie Wonder's iconic albums. The master piece entitled "Songs in the Key of Life". What would you rate this album?Ch...

What's The Motivation?

In this episode Peter and Adam tackle the big question... are they sell outs? Have they gone too far with their endeavors or is it coming from the right place. Stay tu...

What Is Happy Practicing?

In this special episode, Adam and Peter talk life and musical evolution through their personal experiences.Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player...

What Makes This Album Great: Live At The Pershing

In this episode, Adam and Peter check out the incredible Ahmad Jamal: Live At The Pershing. This incredible album is no doubt a part of every jazz musician's canon. Un...

The Secrets Lie In The Triad

In this episode, Adam and Peter talk all about how to use the triad melodically to unlock some hip sounding language in your soloing.Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial...

Be Something Different

YHI audio SHORT - Here's a taste of our incredible episode entitled "How I became a better player in my 40's". If you haven't heard it - be sure to check it out!

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