Adam Maness

Adam Maness

Jazz pianist & Creative Director at Open Studio.

Appears in 1174 Episodes

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.

5 Triad Pairs That Sound Great - #79

Pair up! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

4 Basic Chord Voicings Every Jazz Musician Should Know - #78

Ok, octaves in the left hand... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Scales for a Minor 2-5-1 - #77

Blues scale? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Origin of Open Studio - #76

In the beginning... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This Week in Jazz - #75

On today's You'll Hear It episode, grab a cup-o-joe and listen in as Peter and Adam give you the 411 on this week's Jazz news. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and op...

"Outside Notes" Just Feel Wrong - #74

Today on You'll Hear It, Peter and Adam answer a listener's question about dissonance. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Solo Analysis- Christian McBride "Pier One Import" - #73

Get hip to this! On today's episode of You'll Hear It, Peter and Adam analyze Christian McBride's solo on his new groovy tune "Pier One Import." See acast.com/privacy ...

Top 7 Jazz Album Covers - #72

Today on You'll Hear It, join Adam and Peter as they paint a scene of their top 7 jazz album covers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tunes for Running - #71

In today's episode, take a trip with Peter and Adam as they discuss their favorite tunes for running. #jazzrunnersCheck out our YHI Running Playlist on Spotify: See ac...

How Much Should I Practice One Thing? - #69

How good do you want to be? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Solo Analysis: Herbie Hancock - "Solitude" - #68

Today, Peter and Adam analyze Herbie Hancock's solo on Duke Ellington's "Solitude." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Getting a Modal Sound on Standards - #67

Today, Peter and Adam discuss some techniques to get a modal sound over tunes with more traditional changes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The #1 Way to Quickly Improve as a Jazz Musician - #66

In today's episode, Peter and Adam discuss the main ingredient needed to make improvements in your playing. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

7 Ways to Get Better Fast - #65

Join Peter and Adam in the pod-cave as they discuss 7 ways to get better fast in today's episode of You'll Hear It. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out info...

7 Things We're Thankful For About Jazz - #64

Today on You'll Hear It, Peter and Adam ring in Thanksgiving Day by listing 7 things they're thankful for about jazz! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out inf...

Solo Analysis: Charlie Parker "Tiny Tempo" - #63

Today on You'll Hear It, join Adam and Peter as they analyze Charlie Parker's solo on "Tiny Tempo". See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What is Counterpoint? - #62

Today in the pod-cave, Peter and Adam answer the world's grooviest question: what is counterpoint? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How Do You Feel About Your Playing From Years Ago? - #61

Today on You'll Hear It, Peter and Adam reflect on their past playing skills from years ago. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Should You Use Chord Charts? (And How to Use Them If You Do) - #60

Today on You'll Hear It, Adam and Peter answer a listener's SpeakPipe question on the use of chord charts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Reaction, Interaction, and Communication - #59

Today on You'll Hear It, Peter and Adam elaborate on the importance of the ideas of reaction, interaction, and communication within playing jazz. See acast.com/privacy...

Solo Analysis: Roy Hargrove- Strasbourg / St. Denis - #58

Today on You'll Hear It, Peter and Adam recognize the great trumpet player, Roy Hargrove, by analyzing his solo on the tune "Strasbourg / St. Denis." See acast.com/pri...

Should You Move to NYC/Paris/LA/Tokyo? - #57

Don't pack your bags quite yet! Today on You'll Hear It, Peter and Adam discuss the pros and cons to being a jazz musician in some of the world's most thriving music-c...

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