Adam Maness
Jazz pianist & Creative Director at Open Studio.
Appears in 1173 Episodes
I Hate Jazz
Peter and Adam give an update on the reasons why people might hate jazz.7 More Reasons People Hate JazzOver-stimulationNo styleSmooth jazzNo vocalsAnnoying prodigiesJu...
7 Things We Don't Agree On
It's a very argumentative episode of You'll Hear It today as Peter and Adam list 7 subjects they agree to disagree on.7 Things We Don't Agree OnCarbsSocksDrop-2CarsWhi...
Musicians Raising Kids
On this episode, Peter and Adam answer a SpeakPipe on the challenges of being a musician with children. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Sign up for You'll Hear It ...
Special Guest: Jazz Memes
Today on You'll Hear It, Peter and Adam welcome a very special guest: Chase and Kevin from Jazz Memes! They discuss the origins of Jazz Memes, the importance of an onl...
Playing and Accepting
Peter and Adam answer a listener's email on this episode about how to listen to your own playing.See the Christian McBride video mentioned by Adam in this episode here...
The Jazziest Musician Names
Today, Peter and Adam (and Andrew!) list off some of their favorite jazz musician names.Like those You'll Hear It shirts Peter shows off on the podcast? Want some YHI ...
Record Deal Do's and Don'ts
On this episode, Peter and Adam answer a listener's question on whether or not it's worth it to pursue a record deal.Get your music featured on You'll Hear It! Send an...
Keeping Track of the Changes
Today, Peter and Adam answer another trans-Atlantic SpeakPipe, this time on how to navigate the chord changes during a solo section.Like those You'll Hear It shirts Pe...
The Best Jazz Players Do This
In this episode of You'll Hear It, Peter and Adam discuss how great jazz players got so good.The Best Jazz Players Do ThisListenPlay piano#ABLPracticeChallenge themsel...
YHI Live: Q&A
Peter and Adam sign off their live session by taking a few listener questions.For more information on Elements of Jazz Piano (mentioned in this episode!), go here: htt...
7 Things Not to Do at Soundcheck
It's another episode from the YHI Live session as Peter and Adam talk about what to avoid doing at soundcheck. (And yes, Adam did at least one of these right after we ...
The Katy Perry/Flame Lawsuit
On this first episode from YHI Live, Peter and Adam wade into the controversial waters that are the recent Katy Perry/Flame lawsuit.For Adam Neely's excellent video on...
Practice Routine
On today's episode, Peter and Adam answer a listener's SpeakPipe on how to set a practice routine. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Sign up for You'll Hear It Premi...
7 Jazz Standards You Gotta Know
Alternative title for this episode: "7 Dusty Old Jazz Standards That You Gotta Learn Cuz Oldheads Like Us Insist on Calling It at the Session."7 Jazz Standards You Got...
Our 7 Favorite 2 Feels
On today's episode, Peter and Adam answer a SpeakPipe on some prime 2 feel examples. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Sign up for You'll Hear It Premium to access o...
Getting Past Licks
Today, it's a SpeakPipe about how to effectively play licks while improvising. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Sign up for You'll Hear It Premium to access our Spe...
What Are You Thinking?
On this episode, Peter and Adam answer a SpeakPipe on what their thinking process is while performing. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Sign up for You'll Hear It P...
Top 4 Non-Piano Records You Can Practice To
Today, Peter and Adam answer the first ever Premium SpeakPipe on 4 records pianists can comp to. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Sign up for You'll Hear It Premium...
7-Step Syllabus to Becoming a Functional Jazz Musician
Today, Peter and Adam answer a listener's request for a step-by-step guide on going from beginner jazz musician to a legitimate jazz player.7-Step Syllabus to Becoming...
Arranging for Solo Piano
On today's episode, Peter and Adam answer a SpeakPipe on what to do when arranging for piano. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Sign up for You'll Hear It Premium to...
Creativity and Substance Abuse
Things get heavy on this episode, as Peter and Adam answer a SpeakPipe about the perceived abundance of drug use in jazz culture. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? S...
17 Tunes You Gotta Know
On this episode, Peter and Adam list off 17 tunes that you need to know to be prepared for any jam session.17 Tunes You Gotta KnowAutumn LeavesSolarA Night in TunisiaA...
7 Favorite Piano-y Runs
In this episode, Peter and Adam go through their favorite runs to play on the piano.Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and ...
Rootless Voicings vs. Rooted Voicings
Today, Peter and Adam answer a SpeakPipe on when to play rooted voicings and when to avoid them. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Just go to https://youllhearit.com...
How to NOT Be Perfect
Today, Peter and Adam answer a listener's SpeakPipe on overcoming the anxiety of not being a perfect musician. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Just go to https://y...
7 Things NOT to Do for a GREAT Sound
On this edition of You'll Hear It, Peter and Adam take some inspiration from Christian McBride (who you can check out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpUyTXs65wM...
Phrasing While Comping
On today's episode, Peter and Adam answer a particularly spacey SpeakPipe on how to build phrases while you comp. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Just go to https:...
7 Reasons NOT to Start Your Own Band (And 1 Reason You Should)
It's the world premiere of You'll Hear It Totally Arbitrary Season 4! Peter and Adam start off the new season with a list of reasons why you wouldn't want to start you...
Best of: Ultimate Tips
On this episode, it's an assortment of the best Ultimate Tips from season 3. Tune in tomorrow for the premiere of You'll Hear It season 4!Let us know what you think b...
Best of: Lists of Seven
As season 3 winds down to a close, we look back on some of our favorite lists of seven from this season.7 Best Lists of Seven:7 Secret Ways to Practice Scales7 Practic...
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