S2E29: Trumpeting Mastery: A Session with Tom Hooten on Rules, Recommendations, and ‘Studio Time’.

Show Notes:

In this episode, I’m thrilled to host Tom Hooten, the renowned Principal Trumpet of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Tom delves into his foundational rules for mastering the trumpet, offers unexpected book recommendations, and introduces his engaging new video series, ‘Studio Time with Tom.’

About Tom Hooten:
Tom Hooten is widely revered as one of the leading trumpeters of his generation, holding the principal position at the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Beyond his illustrious performing career, Tom is a dedicated educator and mentor, inspiring aspiring musicians with his insight, experience, and innovative approaches to mastering the trumpet.

In This Episode:

Discover Tom’s three pivotal rules that he applies universally in his approach to playing the trumpet, providing a blueprint for instrumental mastery.
Gain insight into Tom’s diverse intellectual interests, including a surprising book recommendation that goes beyond music and trumpet literature.
Explore the value-packed content in Tom’s newly launched video series, ‘Studio Time with Tom’, designed to offer actionable advice and deep insights to musicians.
Discussion Points:

The universal principles Tom uses for achieving musical excellence on the trumpet.
Tom’s varied reading interests and how they impact his approach to music and life.
The depth and breadth of the content in his innovative video series and how it can benefit musicians looking to elevate their playing.
Connect with Tom Hooten:

Website
Instagram
Facebook
Email
Amazon Store
Conclusion:
Tom Hooten brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and passion to this episode, offering listeners a chance to learn from one of the best in the field. His universal principles, eclectic reading recommendations, and the unique content in his video series all combine to create an episode that is a treasure trove of insight and inspiration for musicians of all levels. Whether you’re a budding trumpeter or an experienced musician on a different instrument, this episode offers valuable perspectives and advice to help you on your musical journey.

Acknowledgments:
A special thanks to the Yamaha Corporation of America for sponsoring the Honesty Pill Podcast. We appreciate your support, Yamaha!