Peter Martin 🎹
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 1193 Episodes
How to CRUSH a 15-Minute Practice Session
On this episode, Peter and Adam give you some advice on how to make the most out of your shorter practice sessions.There's a new course from Open Studio: Elements of S...
7 Great Trombone Solos
Trombonists are people, too! Today, Peter and Adam make up for their past trombone hate by shining some love on their favorite trombone solos.7 Great Trombone SolosJ.J...
The Diminished Scale - What the Hell Is It?
It's another edition of our series "What the Hell Is It?" Today, Peter and Adam break down the diminished scale - what it sounds like, how to play it, and when to use ...
Why Have So Many Pros Come From the Suzuki Method?
Peter and Adam discuss why the Suzuki Method is so proficient at producing pro musicians. (No, it isn't about the best way to ride a dirt bike)Calling all pianists - g...
4 Reasons You're Not Swinging
On this episode, learn what's stopping you from becoming the Mayor of Swingtown by avoiding these crucial mistakes.4 Reasons You're Not SwingingYou're trying too hardY...
7 Biggest Myths About Learning Music
Becoming a competent musician isn't nearly as difficult as people make it out to be. On this episode, Peter and Adam tell you why.7 Biggest Myths About Learning MusicT...
7 Biggest Improv Mistakes You're Probably Making
Today, Peter and Adam list off some habits you should avoid when soloing. Which of these are you guilty of?7 Biggest Improv Mistakes You're Probably MakingPlaying too ...
How to Practice Technique (It's Not What You Think)
Everyone hates practicing the technical stuff during their practice sessions. Wait... everyone doesn't hate it!? Today, Peter and Adam tell you why you shouldn't dread...
An Analog Mindset for a Digital World
Today, Peter fills you in on what he means by an "analog mindset" and how it can help you become a better musician.The SpeakPipe hotline is back! Go to https://youllhe...
Should You Be Dogmatic With the "Real" Changes?
On this episode, Peter and Adam answer a SpeakPipe about whether or not you should always play the original chord changes or if it's okay to go off another reference.L...
7 Ways to Use Pedal Tones
Today, Peter and Adam break in the new keyboard setup with some different strategies for using a sustain pedal.Let us know what you think by leaving a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review, ...
Introducing the Pod Suite (feat. JEN Recap)
Peter and Adam make their long-awaited return today in the new-and-improved Podcave, and they fill us in on their trip to the JEN Conference.Let us know what you think...
7 Practice Hacks for Better Ears
Today, Peter and Adam walk you through 7 steps you can take to grow your active listening skills.7 Practice Hacks for Better EarsListen to learnSing!Get a Methodist (o...
Do You Even Target Notes, Bro?
You want some music advice, bro? Today, Peter and Adam answer a SpeakPipe about targeting specific notes when they solo. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Sign up fo...
Don't Do These 7 Things When You Practice
It's one thing to know what to practice, but do you know what NOT to do? Peter and Adam break it down for you in this episode.Don't Do These 7 Things When You Practice...
What Makes a Hip Voicing?
Peter and Adam kick off the week with a SpeakPipe on how to tell the difference between a hip voicing and a corny one. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Sign up for ...
You'll Hear It: B-Sides Ep. 1 - Mildly Delightful
It's the first edition of You'll Hear It: B-Sides, where Adam and Peter have a casual chat about whatever's on their minds. Today, it's all about New Year's Eve gigs, ...
Phrasing... What the Hell Is It?
It's another SpeakPipe today as Peter and Adam define what people mean when they talk about phrasing. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own?Are you going to the JEN Confe...
Our Most Embarrassing Moments on Stage
Today, Peter and Adam answer a listener's SpeakPipe on if they have any stories about making a fool of themselves on stage. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Sign up...
The Big Question: What Is Swing?
On the first episode of 2020, Peter and Adam take a SpeakPipe on one of the most commonly asked questions: what is swing? Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Sign up f...
The Crucial Element You're Not Practicing
"Hello darkness my old friend..." What does a Simon and Garfunkel song have to do with this episode? Stay tuned to find out! Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Until ...
Practice Ideas: Weekly Concepts
It's Adam's birthday, and he got the best present ever: a SpeakPipe on some fresh practice tips. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? For the next two days, non-Premium...
Best of Season 5 (Adam & Peter Wittily Banting)
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Best of Season 5 (7 Tips on Technique and Creativity)
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Best of Season 5(How does that Work?)
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Best of Season 5(What The Hell is...)
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Get the Most Out of Your Lessons
It's another SpeakPipe today, this time asking for advice on how to get as much knowledge as possible from a teacher or mentor. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own?Call...
Our 7 Favorite Non-Jazz Songs to Cover
On this episode, Peter and Adam answer a SpeakPipe about their favorite songs to jazz up on a gig. Wanna send a SpeakPipe of your own? Go to http://youllhearit.com/pod...
The Current Political "Jazz" Landscape
Today, Peter and Adam offer their views on a sensitive topic: the Nicholas Payton/Jazz Memes controversy.Calling all pianists - the Piano Access Pass is now available ...
How to Crush It on Every Solo
Peter and Adam are here to PUMP (clap) YOU UP with some tips on how to kill it every time you solo.Calling all pianists - the Piano Access Pass is now available from O...
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