Adam Maness
Jazz pianist & Creative Director at Open Studio.
Appears in 1181 Episodes
How To Live Musical Life In 2025
In this solo episode, Peter Martin gives advice on how to life a musical life in the coming year and what to do to set yourself up for success.Looking to drop a questi...
Tunes That Teach Ya Somethin
Adam and Peter list their favorite tunes that actually teach ya something! Learning these tunes will give you a better grasp on your playing in these contexts.Check ou...
What Makes A Heart Tugger?
Ever get overwhelmed with emotion from a tune? In this episode, Adam and Peter talk about what about music can evoke such emotion. Link to our Spotify PlaylistLooking ...
The Greatest Pianist Ever
Join us as we dive into the life and legacy of Art Tatum, the jazz piano virtuoso who took entertainment on the instrument to a new level. YT playlist • https://www.y...
Holiday Classics That No Longer Sleigh
Do you ever find yourself lacking on a little holiday cheer? Do the holiday classics seem a little drab and dull lately? Well you may not be alone - Check out Peter an...
7 GAS Standards That Still Slay
Peter and Adam both name their 7 favorite GAS standards from best to worst. What's your favorite GAS standard?Link to our bespoke Spotify playlist.https://open.spotify...
Taught In 60 Seconds
Black Friday is upon us! Go to https://openstudiojazz.com/blackfriday for our biggest savings of the year. Think you can teach somebody a lesson in 60 seconds? Join Ad...
What's In Your Ears?
What's on your playlist? Join Adam and Peter as they hang and share some music they've been inspired by lately.Our Spotify PlaylistUnlock your FREE Open Studio trial t...
Best Drummer Of The Past 99 Years
Roy Haynes! The greatest to ever do it - join us as we remember the life and legacy of one of the true legends of Jazz history.Reaching Fourth - McCoy TynerColtrane Qu...
Please... Can We Stop Saying Jazz Is Dead Yet?
Adam and Peter reluctantly wade into the tired old 'Who Killed Jazz?' debate...Unlock your FREE Open Studio trial to become a better player today.Looking to drop a que...
In Memory Of Lou Donaldson
Lou Donaldson, November 1, 1926 – November 9, 2024We honor the late, great Lou Donaldson who created new pathways for generations of Jazz musicians to come. Everything...
The No. 1 Musician We Don't Talk About Enough
Adam and Peter dive into some of the greatest tracks by the incredible Charlie Haden. Our Spotify Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/0j2izk6G8ZzBhEK7yf2W2r?si=o...
The Trio That Defined Swing
Peter and Adam check out Night Train by Oscar Peterson. This legendary trio shaped musicians for years to come. How did this album effect you?Unlock your FREE Open Stu...
It's All Communication
Adam and Peter talk about what it takes to communicate on the bandstand non-verbally and how to best approach situations when you don't know your bandmates very well.U...
7 GREATEST Jazz Standards
It's time to line em up and rank what we think are the 7 Greatest standards. What standards do you think deserve to be on the list?Check out our bespoke playlist Unloc...
The Ultimate Jazz For The Masses
The chemistry between Ella and Louis on their iconic duo album is palpable but what made that band so swinging? In this episode, we dive into this historic recording. ...
When Should I STOP Practicing??
When will it be over... well in this episode Adam and Peter share their thoughts on when it's time to stop practicing something and move on to the next thing! As well ...
The Perfect Album (almost)
Sonny Rollins might be the most influential saxophone player in jazz. This album is one of the reasons why - join Adam and Peter as they breakdown just what makes this...
It’s time for Sunday School (and scales and chords..)
Looking to infuse that Gospel sound into your playing? Well look no further because our very own Peter Martin is going to divulge his tricks and tips on the topic. Unl...
This Band Made Jazz Legends
Adam and Peter finally delve into the great Caravan by Art Blakey and his Jazz Messengers. So many iconic jazz musicians came through that institution and the YHI team...
Jazz Chords For Beginners
Back to basics with a classic YHI topic - Jazz Chords for Beginners! What are the tools you need to get started on your journey in jazz piano? Well look no further bec...
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 ...
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