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Peter Martin is an acclaimed jazz pianist and entrepreneur. Over the past 25 years he has performed at most of the major venues and jazz festivals on six continents, including twice at the White House for President Obama. He is the founder of Open Studio, pioneering in the field of online jazz education. Peter was recently featured in the New York Times for his ground breaking work
Appears in 1192 Episodes
How to Practice Away From Your Instrument
Peter comes at ya' solo today as he talks about the ways he practices piano even while going for a walk.Links From This Episode:There's a brand new course from Open St...
Two Jazz Pianists React to Bill Evans
It's solo analysis time as Peter and Adam break down Bill Evans' solo on "Autumn Leaves."Links From This Episode:For a comprehensive collection of piano lessons, save ...
How to Play Great Sh*t
What's the ultimate goal of any musician? To play great sh*t of course! Peter and Adam show off some of their favorite shtuff to play in today's episode.Links From Thi...
Play Like a Great: How to Play Blues Like McCoy Tyner
Presenting a new mini-series from You'll Hear It: Play Like a Great, where Peter and Adam break down how you can get the sound of a jazz legend into your playing. Toda...
Bass-ic Instinct: How to Play Better Bass Lines
A knowledge of hip bass lines are one of the most overlooked elements of what makes a great piano player. Today, Peter and Adam show you some ways you can stand out fr...
How to Break Out of Your Straight-Ahead Rut
Peter and Adam make their triumphant return to the PodSuite today as they talk about how to spice up what you're playing.Today's episode is sponsored by MuseScore. The...
How to Get Better at Phrasing
We've got one more solo episode from Adam today as he discusses what he does to improve one of the most necessary skills for musicians of all genres: phrasing.Today's ...
Playing Melodically on Minor 2-5's
It's another solo episode from Adam today as he explains a new method he discovered for playing on minor 2-5-1's.Links From Today's Episode:Check out the latest course...
Change and Exploration: How to Build Skills
It can be hard to know when to change up your practice routine, but every musician knows it's necessary if you want to grow your skills. Today, Adam breaks down these ...
How to Up Your Stream Game
Because of the pandemic, many industries (including musicians) have had to adapt to streaming. Today, Peter and Adam give you some tips to take anything you stream to ...
What to Do When You're Not Feeling It
Is it better to "fake it until you make it," or should you be honest with your audience? Peter and Adam offer their views on today's episode.Open Studio is proud to us...
The Locked Hand Voicings THEY Won't Tell You About
Just who are "they?" Well... we're not sure. But what we do know is that these are some pretty slick voicings.Links From Today's Episode:For a comprehensive collection...
Adam's Magic Voicings System
Peter and Adam break down Adam's Magic Voicings System, proving there's an easy way to play beautiful voicings no matter what the chord or note is.Links From Today's E...
McCoy Tyner Solo Breakdown
Peter and Adam pay tribute to the late great McCoy Tyner on today's episode as they break down his classic "Reaching Fourth."Open Studio is proud to use their platform...
Our 7 Favorite Musician Quotes
On today's episode, Peter and Adam present some words to live by as they list off the most memorable quotes from some jazz greats.Our 7 Favorite Musician Quotes:"A gen...
How to Cut Out the Noise
We live in a noisy world, but distraction is the enemy of efficiency. Learn how to block out the noise in today's episode.Today's episode is sponsored by Anytune (feat...
Footprints Solo Reaction
On this episode, Peter and Adam take a listen to the OG recording of "Footprints" by Wayne Shorter.Today's episode is sponsored by Anytune (featuring an Anytune remix ...
4 Bebop Hacks That Will Blow Your Mind
Does your bebop sound like a dud? Turn it into an amazing fireworks display with these 4 tips from Peter and Adam.Today's episode is sponsored by Anytune (featuring an...
4 Ways to Stay Motivated During a Pandemic
During these trying times, it can be hard to find the will to keep practicing your instrument. That's why today, Peter and Adam have some tips to help you get back in ...
4 Scales Every Jazz Musician Should Know
Today, Peter and Adam list off some essential scales that every jazz player, regardless of instrument, needs to know.Today's episode is sponsored by Anytune (featuring...
How to Get Good at Anything
Today, Peter and Adam give you some helpful tips on what it takes to build new skills.Today's episode is sponsored by Anytune. Anytune is the perfect tool for anyone l...
The Future of Live Jazz
On this episode, Peter and Adam discuss what they think the world of live jazz music will look like in a post-pandemic society.Links From This Episode:Want to get ever...
Help! Which Diminished Scale Should I Use?
Today, Peter and Adam help remove some of the mystery around one of jazz's most misunderstood scales: the diminished scale.Links From This Episode:Want to get every pi...
Who Is the GREATEST Jazz Musician?
On this episode, Peter and Adam take a SpeakPipe on who they think is the all-time best jazz musician. Wanna leave a SpeakPipe of your own? Click this link to leave a ...
Do You Believe in Magic Chord Systems?
Adam comes at ya' solo today as he pulls back the curtain to reveal a little musical magic trick.Links From This Episode:For more piano tutorials from Adam, become a m...
A Jimmy Cobb Retrospective (Part 2)
Today, Peter and Adam continue their tribute to the legendary Jimmy Cobb.Links From This Episode:Listen to every song from this episode (and part 1) with our Spotify p...
A Jimmy Cobb Retrospective (Part 1)
Today, Peter and Adam honor the memory of another giant of jazz we lost this year: Jimmy Cobb.Links From This Episode:Listen to every song from this episode (and get a...
Milestones: How to Tell That You're Improving
Of course it takes regular practice to become a better musician, but what's the point if you don't feel like you're making progress? Today, Peter and Adam give you som...
The 7 Habits of a Highly Effective Jazz Musician (Part 2)
In this two-part episode, Peter and Adam list off some good habits you need to integrate into your musical life right away.7 Habits of a Highly Effective Jazz Musician...
The 7 Habits of a Highly Effective Jazz Musician (Part 1)
In this two-part episode, Peter and Adam list off some good habits you need to integrate into your musical life right away.7 Habits of a Highly Effective Jazz Musician...
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