Adam Maness
Jazz pianist & Creative Director at Open Studio.
Appears in 1197 Episodes
Solo Analysis "Cantaloupe Island" - Pat Metheny - #19
It's a special two-parter solo analysis this week as Peter and Adam check out a performance of "Cantaloupe Island." This episode, it's an analysis of Pat Metheny's sol...
Solo Analysis: "Cantaloupe Island" - Herbie Hancock - #18
It's a special two-parter solo analysis this week as Peter and Adam check out a performance of "Cantaloupe Island." This episode, it's an analysis of Herbie Hancock's ...
How Horn Players Can Add Interest - #17
Peter and Adam answer another listener question; this time, it's on how horn players can make a tune more interesting for the rhythm section. See acast.com/privacy for...
Tips on Playing the Changes - #16
Peter and Adam answer a Speakpipe about how to play chord changes without making it obvious. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Christian Sands Interview: Part 2 - #15
Today, Peter continues his discussion with pianist, Christian Sands. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Christian Sands Interview: Part 1 - #14
Today, Peter goes solo and talks music with the great young pianist, Christian Sands. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Solo Analysis: "Rebel Music" - Christian Sands - #13
In today's episode, Peter and Adam break down Christian Sands' "Rebel Music." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
7 Ways to Find Your True Artistic Self - #12
On today's episode, Peter and Adam list off all the ways musicians can unlock their true artistic potential. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This Week in Jazz - #11
Adam returns from "the happiest place on Earth" to the SECOND happiest place on Earth: the Podcave, where him and Peter catch up on all the latest jazz news, including...
How to Practice Efficiently in Limited Time - #10
On the final solo Peter episode of the week, Peter discusses ways you can make the most out of your practice sessions. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out in...
7 Jazz Controversies - #9
In another Adam-less episode, Peter offers his opinion on a range of controversies plaguing the jazz world. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
7 Ways to Swing - #8
It's another solo Peter episode (and the first "list of 7" episode of 2019), where Peter shows off some easy ways to help you swing on any tune. See acast.com/privacy ...
Comping Patterns - #7
Peter mans the piano in his first ever solo YHI episode, in which he gives some tips for comping patterns on fast tunes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out ...
The Trio Setting - #6
Today on You'll Hear It, Peter and Adam answer a listener question about how playing in a trio is different from any other ensemble. See acast.com/privacy for privacy ...
This Week in Jazz - #5
It's another edition of "This Week in Jeff Goldblum" as Peter and Adam talk about the actor's jazz album, plus Adam recommends some reading material, and Peter discuss...
Blakey Musicians - #4
Peter and Adam answer a user question about jazz musicians who got their start with Art Blakey & the Jazz Messengers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out inf...
Solo Analysis: "No Greater Love" - Ahmad Jamal at the Pershing - #3
For this week's Solo Analysis Wednesday, Peter and Adam take a listener request and analyze Ahmad Jamal's solo on "No Greater Love" from Ahmad Jamal at the Pershing. ...
4 Tunes to Absolutely NEVER Ask a Serious Jazz Musician to Play - #2
On the first episode of 2019, Peter and Adam discuss their most hated tune requests at gigs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Top 7 Jazz Albums of 2018 - #1
To celebrate the end of 2018, Peter and Adam countdown their favorite jazz albums of the past year. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Best of YHI: 7 Ways To Practice Scales Creatively - #90
From the archives: Peter and Adam discuss creative scale practice. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Best of YHI: 7 Ways To End a Tune - #89
From the archives: 7 great ways to end a tune. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Best of YHI: 7 Great Practice Routine Hacks - #88
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Best of YHI: 7 Great Standards You Don't Know - #87
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Best of YHI: 17 Standards Every Jazz Player Should Know - #86
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This Week in Jazz - #85
Peter and Adam recap the latest jazz news and discuss the passing of a jazz great. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
7 Biggest Jazz Myths - #84
On today's episode, Peter and Adam debunk some common myths about jazz. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Performance Anxiety - #83
Peter and Adam answer another listener question today as they give some tips on overcoming performance anxiety. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Playing Free - #82
Peter's back in the Podcave with Adam as they answer a listener question about playing free. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Discussing Chick - #81
Today, Peter and Adam take a question from a listener about the legendary pianist, Chick Corea. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Barry Harris's 6th Diminished: The Basics - #80
"Pretend like you're holding a pack of cigarettes sideways..." BH on piano technique See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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