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Not Your Average Musician

by Issac Hernandez & Dalton Mclaughlin

The hosts Issac and Dalton are contrasting musicians. One from the world of rock and the latter from a classical background. Every week they bring you lessons and interviews with expert musicians. Learn how take your skills to the next level from industry professionals. From composing, improvising, practicing, etc...This show is your number one resource on your musical journey.

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  1. Announcement | We're Exclusively On Spotify

    Quick update guys. From now on we're only going to be on Spotify. The podcast is on a new trajectory. We're no longer doing interviews. We're taking music from various areas of pop culture and breaking it down for you. We figured it would be pretty cool to play actual music on the show. The only...

  2. Yes, We're Still Here...

    The pod is on life support. Issac is busy doing Crossfit and uploading douchy reels on Insta. Dalton is becoming a Hockey playing man. Issac doesn't know how to skate. Who would win a fight on the ice?

  3. Becoming a Beginner Again | Orchestral Music Rant

    Quick update on the busy lives of Issac and Dalton. They discuss Issac's recent interest in orchestral music. Does film music count as orchestral music? Both musicians have experience learning secondary instruments. They go over some of the benefits of taking on a new instrument, the challenges,...

  4. The Super Bowl Half Time Show.

    Issac & Dalton reflect on the half time show. Dalton not too impressed. Issac tries to change his mind. 🎸Find Dalton here https://www.instagram.com/dmclaughlin93/ http://www.daltonmclaughlin.com/ 🎸Find Issac Here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSVIivmh4isdo7w7zOm7O-g...

  5. 050: We're Back! Star Wars rant. Composition challenge.

    It's good to be back! Quick update from Issac & Dalton. What if Dalton had to write music for star wars? We come up with a composing challenge. Help keep the Pod alive: https://anchor.fm/notyouraveragemusician/support 🎸Find Dalton here https://www.instagram.com/dmclaughlin93/...

  6. 049: When The Dream Was Born | Ryan Ladd

    We're back! After a long summer break, we're finally back. After a brief update on the state of the podcast and our lives we have the pleasure of bringing Ryan Ladd. He's a bass player in the Nashville scene. His band Waker just released a new album, "Fresh Out. Ryan went over the knitty gritty…

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  7. 048: Don't Wait For Perfection | Ryan Coad

    Ryan Coad is an emerging ukulele artist based out of Hawaii. Last time we talked with Ryan he was in the process of releasing his debut album, Dawn, which is now streaming on all platforms. In this episode we dive deeper into Ryan’s life outside of music as well as some of his philosophies…

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  8. The War Of Art | Teaching Tuesday

    The War of Art by Steven Pressfield is a must read for any creative. Resistance is a force keeping us from living our ideal life. It stand between us and the work that we're meant for. This book clearly defines resistance and the steps we have to take to overcome it. Far from it being a...

  9. 047: Interviewing The Host | Issac Hernandez

    The tables get turned this week as Issac takes the hot seat. He's the creator of this podcast, a guitar teacher, and is currently pursuing a Master's degree in music education. The co-host, Dalton McLaughlin, dives into Issac's story and the lessons he's picked up along the way. 👇Want to take...

  10. Do We Need Genres? | Teaching Tuesday

    What is the reason for using genres? Are the boundaries between them clear? Today, Dalton and Issac discuss the role that genres play in music and the industry. They also dive into the nuances that come with genres and it's boundaries. 👇Want to take lessons with us? 👇 🎸Find Dalton here...

  11. 046: The Music Comes First | Ryan Devlin

    Ryan Devlin is a jazz saxophonist based out of Orlando Florida. He is finishing up his jazz studies at the University of Southern Florida, and has played with such groups as the Orlando Jazz Orchestra. His debut album called “Thoughts on the Matter” is out now, and streaming on all platforms. We...

  12. Is Film Scoring The New Classical? | Teaching Tuesday

    Movies are the biggest form of entertainment today. Although many of the modern film composers are classically trained, can we find a clear distinction between classical music and film scoring? Dalton and Issac discuss the shifts in music that have occurred in classical music, and how we've…

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  13. 045: How To Be An Unique Musician | Gabe Flo

    Gabe Flow is a session guitarist based out of Miami Florida. He infuses neo-soul and R&B into the Miami music scene whenever needed. He also writes and produces his own music. He's very creative when it comes to his compositional approach 🎤Find Gabe here: https://www.instagram.com/gab3flow/…

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  14. 044: Leveling the Playing Field | Sarah Jacob & Celeste Morales

    The Artist’s Table is a non profit for opera singers that is looking to help and empower the opera community. Currently there is very little to no diversity in this area of the music industry. Sarah and Celeste are on a mission to level the playing field so that every musician has the opportunity...

  15. How To Be A Campfire Guitarist | Teaching Tuesday

    Do you have a guitar collecting dust? Have you always wanted to play guitar? This episode is for you. Whether you play another instrument or not, anyone can learn to play guitar. Dalton and Issac break down the fundamentals of guitar into three simple steps. Master these and become the source of...

  16. 043: Enjoy The Ride, It Goes Fast | Vinnie Demasi

    Vinnie De Masi is a guitarist, educator, and author based out of the greater NYC area. He currently plays guitar in The White Wedding Band. Vinnie has also performed in pit orchestras for the Broadway shows, Mamma Mia, Moving Out, and Jersey Boys. He has been writing articles for Guitar Player...

  17. What Makes Music Good or Bad? | Teaching Tuesday

    There's a general fixation with harmony when musicians analyze music. As important as it is, there is a lot more to music than chords. Today, Dalton & Issac discuss various scopes with which to approach music, and the different methods we can take when listening to various styles of music. 👇Want...

  18. 042: Believe In Yourself | Noelle Drewes

    Noelle Drewes is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Sunderman Conservatory of Music at Gettysburg College, where she teaches oboe and is a resident artist member of the Sunderman Wind Quintet. She has served as Principal Oboe with the Apollo Orchestra in Washington, DC since its founding in…

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  19. Brief History of The Acoustic Guitar | Teaching Tuesday

    Dalton & Issac go over the origins of the acoustic guitar as we know it today. It was born out of need and innovation. We can trace the original company that started it all. Some whacky iterations, and why we ended up with the steel string acoustic of today. Enjoy! 👇Want to take lessons with us?...

  20. 041: Fair Representation for Women & Failing Upwards | Kate Warren

    Kate Warren is a freelance horn player based in New York City. She has previously toured with the Dallas Brass and held positions with the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra, the Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra, and the Sinfonia Gulf Coast. Kate holds a Masters degree in horn performance from…

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  21. 040: Playing Music In The Military | Myles Blakemore

    Myles Blakemore is an up and coming classical trombonist. He currently serves as Trombonist in the US Naval Academy Band and as Professor of Trombone at Howard University. Prior to his current positions, he was the inaugural Rosemary and David Good Fellow with the Minnesota Orchestra and a fellow...

  22. 3 Steps To Transcribing Music | Teaching Tuesday

    Transcribing music is the process in which we learn music by ear. It's a simple process, but by no means is it easy. Transcribing is taking the hard road. However, if you choose to implement this arduous practice into your skill set you'll be better for it. I've seen musician's recognize patterns...

  23. 039: The Secret To Bluegrass | Jake Eddy

    Jake Eddy is a bluegrass guitarist who splits his time between his home state of West Virginia and Nashville. Jake is both a touring musician as well as a studio artist. Check him out on instagram to hear about all his recent projects, his dedication to teaching, and his absolute shredding on the...

  24. 4 Tips For Getting The Flamenco Sound | Teaching Tuesday

    Flamenco has a rich tradition and specific musical devices that come attached to it. Today, Dalton and Issac go over four specific techniques that you can add to your repertoire. These will help you add that Flamenco sound to your music. It's so important for musicians to branch out and explore...

  25. 038: How To Be a Gigging Musician | Connor Kuehn

    Connor Kuehn is a session drummer and music producer based out of Los Angeles. He studied jazz drumming at USC Thornton school of music. Connor is an extremely versatile musician that has dived into multiple genres including rock, jazz, and world music. He can quickly adapt to any situation…

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  26. How To Find The Right Teacher For YOU | Teaching Tuesday

    When it comes to finding the right teacher, there are a lot of options out there. It's very important that you find someone you trust to help you reach your potential. Today, Dalton & Issac go over a few tips to keep you from picking the wrong teacher. Making a mistake on this front can cost you...

  27. 037: Take Responsibility for Your Own Education | Kelly Catlin

    Kelly Catlin is a flutist and composer currently pursuing her DMA at University of Georgia. She is the composer and co-producer of an off broadway show called, the “Magic Play.” She is also the composer for the new indie orchestra called, “Millenium, the 21st Century Concert.” She recently…

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  28. Learn To Use Chord Inversions | Teaching Tuesday

    Chord inversions are very simple. The concept is all about moving the bass around. But we can often overlook how much of a difference they can make with our harmonic progressions. This is the key to getting creative with your rhythm playing. Whether your backing someone up or writing your songs,...

  29. 036: How to Start Writing Your Own Music | Courtney Preis

    Courtney Preis is an indie/pop singer songwriter based out of Los Angeles California. She connects with her listeners by providing mellow, easy listening songs that share a positive vibe. Her first full length album, “Halfway There” was released back in 2019 and is available on all streaming...

  30. 035: Be Present For The Journey | Thomas Hooten

    We have a big hitter this week! Thomas Hooten is the principal trumpet for the Los Angeles Philharmonic. His extensive resume includes, "The President's Own" Marine band, The Indianapolis Symphony, performing for Gustavo Dudamel, and being featured for John William's (STAR WARS!) concerto for...

  31. Why Failure is the Best Teacher | Teaching Tuesday

    Dalton & I get a little personal this week. We share some failures from our journey, but more importantly, what we learned from them. Anyone who wants to grow will face failure. Success will be dictated by the relationship that we have with it. The lessons that we take with us will be the...

  32. 3 Steps To Learn Music Theory | Teaching Tuesday

    Confused on where to start with music theory? Today, Dalton and I go over a simple process for tackling music theory. Having a process and effective resources can make all the difference in your study of music theory. It can be tricky to figure out where to start and how to go about using what…

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  33. 034: Finding The Music In Everything | Zeke Bardash

    Zeke Bardash is a guitarist based out of NYC. He studied classical guitar at both Queens College and the Manhattan School of Music. After graduating from MSM, Zeke revisited his past love for electric guitar and rock and roll. He currently is a member of a rock band called “Sex for Breaksfast,”...

  34. 3 Tips For Structured Practice | Teaching Tuesday

    Success and accomplishment don't arrive in one day. It takes consistency, dedication, and discipline. If you want to become an excellent musician you need to have structured and consistent practice. Dalton & I go over three simple tips to make your practice sessions count. We also go over a few...

  35. 033: Practice Getting In The Zone | Lars Fiero

    Lars Fiero is a singer and songwriter based in Germany but heard all over the world - his last single 'Emily' was awarded as best pop song for Europe at the Intercontinental Music Awards.!Since August 7th Lars can be seen in the new music show 'Sing On! Germany' on NETFLIX, where he made it to…

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  36. The difference Between Practicing & Playing | Teaching Tuesday

    The mindset required for practicing and playing is different. There is a switch that should go off depending on the situation that we're in. If you approach a performance but your brain is still in practice mode, well that's a recipe for trouble. We musicians need both in order to grow and hone…

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  37. 032: Becoming a Professional Producer FAST | Russell Crowter

    Russ Crowter, known as BeatsbyRuss is a producer and beat maker from the UK. Russ has a strong community on IG, where he has almost 10,000 followers. He shares his content and connects with other musicians. He sells custom beats for a wide range of artists from R&B to rock. Russ hasn't been on…

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  38. Getting The Right Mood | Teaching Tuesday

    Are your compositions starting to sound the same? Maybe your you want to convey a specific emotion, or capture a vibe in your music. Dalton and I go over some musical devices to help you expand your musical toolbox. Aside from giving you specific examples we also present some starting points....

  39. 031: The Craft & Art of Music Composition | Derek Cooper

    Derek Cooper is a composer and music educator based out of the greater New York City area. He earned both his Masters and Doctorate from the Manhattan School of Music. Derek is currently on faculty at Ramapo College in New Jersey, where he teaches music theory. Derek has a large catalogue of…

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  40. The Fundamentals Of Chord Progressions | Teaching Tuesday

    Today Dalton and I go over some chord progression fundamentals. If you've been struggling with harmony and how to go about it this lesson will give you a good starting point. This is meant for you to get started. The topics we cover today can be expanded and taken in any direction. We go over…

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  41. Announcement | New Segment | More Episodes

    Hi! Dalton and I are switching up things a little bit. So we wanted to take the time to let you know what's changing with the podcast. We're going to be releasing two episodes a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Every two weeks we'll be focusing on a new theme or subject. Our Tuesday episode,...

  42. 030: What It Takes To Be An Orchestral Musician | Phoebe Clarke

    Phoebe Clarke is a double bassist currently studying music at the Royal College of Music in London England. She has accumulated an Instagram following of almost 8,000 people, where she connects with her community by sharing content such as lessons, collaborations with other musicians, gigs, a...

  43. 029: Develop Skills Outside Of Music | Rob Adler

    Rob Adler is a classical guitarist, certified suzuki teacher,music video creator and editor, photographer, and administrative leader based out of Brooklyn in NYC. He studied music production at University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and classical guitar at MSM. Rob is a multifaceted musician that…

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  44. 028: Be Dangerous Enough | Hunter Havokk

    Hunter Havokk is a metal and rock guitarist based out of Southern California. He is buzzing on Instagram with over 22 thousand followers, where he is sharing great content such as a featured riff of the day. Hunter is both an Ernie Ball and Schecter featured artist. For our topic of the day…

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  45. 027: Building Your Own Teaching Business | Meghan Faw

    Meghan Faw is a classical violinist who has an undergraduate degree from University of Austin Texas and a Masters from DePaul University in Chicago. Meghan is passionate about educating violinists of all ages, and is a certified Suzuki teacher and trainer. Her website also features various…

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  46. 026: Find What's Unique About You | Nanu Villabla

    Nanu Villabla is an Argentinian metal drummer that is currently buzzing on instagram with 56 thousand followers. She is a member of a band called Arthemisia, works as a session drummer, and is sponsored by both Vic Firth drumsticks and Zildian cymbals. The interview starts here: 16:59 Find Nanu...

  47. 025: Getting On The Path Early | RFD

    RFD is an aspiring Asian American artist from the Bay Area whose catalog of music is making waves. He began writing at the age of 16 and has drawn inspiration from greats such as Drake and Calen Raps. RFD is a member of Yellow Boyz Productions and consists of three members: RFD, Hiro The Champ…

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  48. 024: Sticking With It, No Matter What | Steven Lesko

    Steven Lesko is a metal guitarist that is a part of a band called AmerStein, which is based out of Milwaukee Wisconsin. He has amassed over 5,000 Instagram followers, and is a featured artist sponsored by Solar Guitars. Today he discusses what it takes to develop shredding technique, how…

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  49. 023: Creating The Music Career That Works For You | Sam Woodhead

    MSG/ Dr. Sam Woodhead is the solo and principal trombonist and trombone section leader of The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own.” He earned his BM from University of Southern Maine, his Master’s from Yale, and his Doctorate from University of Maryland. In addition to his duties with the concert…

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  50. 022: The Journey Is Different For Everyone | The Alona Decade

    Alona Decade is an up and coming artist that mixes soul, hip hop, R&B, and jazz into her music. She recently released her debut album titled, “Indecisive,” which is now streaming on all digital platforms. Alona takes pride in her ability to write her own music, and is helping empower her audience...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The hosts Issac and Dalton are contrasting musicians. One from the world of rock and the latter from a classical background. Every week they bring you lessons and interviews with expert musicians. Learn how take your skills to the next level from industry professionals. From composing, improvising, practicing, etc...This show is your number one resource on your musical journey.

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Issac Hernandez & Dalton Mclaughlin

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