Adam Maness
Jazz pianist & Creative Director at Open Studio.
Appears in 1198 Episodes
Why Jazz Musicians Are So Cool - #118
In this episode, Peter and Adam discuss what makes jazz musicians cool. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
A Minimalist Jazz Record Collection - #117
Today, Peter and Adam discuss their favorite minimalist sounding jazz recordings. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Simple Ideas For Arranging - #116
Today, Adam and Peter talk about some simple ideas you can incorporate to make your arrangements really pop. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Don't Fall In Love With A Lick - #115
In today's episode, Peter and Adam discuss why you shouldn't get too attached to certain licks. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
7 Best Players of Odd Instruments - #114
Today, Peter and Adam discuss some great jazz musicians who like to play some odd instruments. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Instrument Spotlight: The Trumpet - #113
In this episode, Adam and Peter put the spotlight on one of jazz' most acclaimed instruments: the trumpet See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
7 Steps To Recording Your 1st Album - #112
Today, Peter and Adam list 7 things to do to get your first album off the ground. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
How To Listen To Jazz - #111
Today, Adam and Peter discuss how they like to listen to jazz. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
99 Of you Will Ignore This Advice - #110
In this episode, Peter and Adam talk about the one thing amateur players don't do enough of. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
7 Great Standards You Don't Know - #109
Today, Peter and Adam list 7 great standards you might not know...but should. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
7 Jazz Books We Love - #108
In this episode, Peter and Adam list their 7 favorite books about jazz. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
107th Episode Celebration - #107
We made it to 107 episodes! Peter and Adam reflect on the podcast so far and give their listeners an offer to save big on every single Open Studio course. See acast.c...
9 Jazz Movies We Love - #106
Today, Peter and Adam discuss 9 films about jazz they love. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
How To Develop Set Lists - #105
Today, Peter and Adam give some strategies on creating good set lists See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
7 Key Facts About History & Origins Jazz - #104
In this episode, Peter and Adam list 7 key facts about the history of jazz. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
7 Ways To Defend Jazz Without Sounding Snobby - #103
Today, Adam and Peter discuss ways to defend jazz to someone who's not a fan. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
How To Direct A Band of Inexperienced Players - #102
Today, Peter and Adam discuss some tips on leading a band. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Is A Berklee Degree Worth $240K? - #101
In this episode, Peter and Adam have an honest conversation about jazz education. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
7 Great Albums You Don't Know - #100
Today, Adam and Peter list 7 albums that you may not be familiar with but should definitely check out. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
7 Things NOT to do at a Soundcheck - #99
In this episode, Peter and Adam list 7 things NOT to do at a soundcheck. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
5 "Swing Thoughts" to Play Less Notes but Better Phrases - #98
Today, Adam and Peter talk about some things to think about to get you playing more melodic phrases throughout your solo. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out...
7 Ways To Find Time To Practice - #97
Today, Peter and Adam discuss 7 ways to find more time to practice. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
7 Ways to Prepare for a Gig - #96
In this episode, Peter and Adam list 7 ways to effectively practice for an upcoming gig. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
7 Classical Composers With Jazz Tendencies (feat. Shawn Weil) - #95
In today's episode, Peter, Adam, and violinist, Shawn Weil, list 7 classical composers that have influenced and been influenced by jazz. See acast.com/privacy for priv...
Running Out Of Improv Ideas? Do These 7 Things - #94
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The Worst Parts of Jazz - #93
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Dealing With Nerves - #92
Today, Adam and Peter talk about some strategies to deal with nerves. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
4 Practice Hacks - #91
Today, Peter and Adam list 4 of their favorite practice hacks. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Practicing In All Keys - #90
In this episode, Adam and Peter talk about the importance of practicing in all 12 keys. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
7 Jazz Clubs In NON-JAZZ towns - #89
Today, Peter and Adam list their favorite jazz clubs in non-jazz towns. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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