Thomas Hooten

Trumpet

Principal

M. David and Diane Paul Chair

Member of the Los Angeles Philharmonic since 2012

As Principal Trumpet of the Los Angeles Philharmonic,
Tom Hooten is one of the most prominent classical trumpeters
in the world today.

He can be heard on numerous recordings with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, and the National Brass Ensemble. Hooten began his career in 2000 with a trumpet/cornet position in “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band in Washington, D.C., where he was often a featured soloist.

He went on to join the Indianapolis Symphony as Assistant Principal Trumpet in 2004, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra as Principal Trumpet in 2006, and the Los Angeles Philharmonic in 2012. He released Trumpet Call, his first solo album, in 2011.

Tom is an active soloist and has appeared with many groups, including the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, “The President’s Own” US Marine Band, United States Air Force Band, Fort Wayne Philharmonic, Richmond Symphony Orchestra, Nagoya Philharmonic Orchestra. As an orchestral and chamber musician, he has performed with ensembles such as the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, National Symphony Orchestra, St. Louis Symphony, Grand Teton Music Festival, Harrisburg Symphony, and the Baltimore Symphony.

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Did You Know?

Tom can be heard on many well-known film soundtracks, including Oppenheimer, Top Gun: Maverick, Creed II, Aquaman, The Lion King, Mulan, and Pirates of the Caribbean.
He began his professional career in 2000 in “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band in Washington, D.C.
He shares all about his daily practice routine and learnings on his social media and website. Learn his top tips at the links below!
Tom is a Yamaha performing artist and an Adjunct Assistant Instructor at USC’s Thornton School of Music.

Thomas Hooten soloing John Williams' Concerto for Trumpet and Orchestra at Walt Disney Concert Hall in 2026.

Thomas Hooten performed the iconic solo from Igor Stravinsky’s "The Rite of Spring" at Walt Disney Concert Hall on October 2, 2025.

A magical evening with Tom Hooten & Friends at the legendary Sony Pictures Studios Streisand Scoring Stage, presented for the Los Angeles Philharmonic Board of Directors and Philharmonic Council.

A quintet of trumpets graced the stage for the Chamber Brass performance at the Walt Disney Concert Hall on April 11, 2023.

Thomas rehearses Mahler's "Resurrection" with the orchestra at Walt Disney Concert Hall on October 9, 2025.

Thomas and Pacho Flores have a quick moment backstage at Tchaikovsky's Fourth at the Hollywood Bowl on August 14, 2025.

Backstage at Gustavo Dudamel: Celebrating the Musicians of the LA Phil at Walt Disney Concert Hall on June 4, 2026.

Watch & Listen

Hooten Plays John Williams

A teaser clip from Hooten Plays Williams. Recorded live at Sony Studios on 9.24.18.

Listen to Thomas Hooten on Spotify!

On Spotify, you can select from various recordings of Hooten’s masterful trumpet performances in addition to tuning in to his “radio” and listening to some of his favorite artists!

The Memories beyond Time - Thomas Hooten performance & interview | Xeno Artist Model

"With his Artist Model trumpet having no limits on imagination and artistic growth, Tom Hooten has vast opportunities for musical storytelling."

Honegger: Intrada - Tom Hooten in Recital

Tom Hooten performs "Arthur Honegger: Intrada" Live from Cal Tech at the 1st annual Tom Hooten Brass Workshop 8.24.19.

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