Adam's become a practitioner of a "mindful" lifestyle, and today he and Peter talk about how you can apply that to the practice room.

For more on this topic, read the excellent Kenny Werner book Effortless Mastery, which you can pick up here. If you want to be even more 21st century by getting an app to help you with your mindfulness, you're in luck! Take a peek at Waking Up with Sam Harris.

There's a new course from Open Studio: Elements of Solo Piano! Learn from modern jazz master Geoffrey Keezer as he shows you the strategies and techniques to become a better solo pianist. You'll also get Guided Practice Sessions featuring Adam Maness, where he walks you through how to practice each lesson in the course. And for even more piano courses, sign up for the Piano Access Pass.

Interested in more music advice? Go here to browse our catalog of jazz lessons and courses available for purchase. And be sure to check out our All Access Pass - every course from Open Studio on every instrument.

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