Johnny Hodges - Trumpet

Johnny Hodges
Inner Diameter: 0.620
Outer Diameter: 1.055
Cup: Very Shallow V
Bore: 27

“ I started playing Warburton mouthpieces clear back in 1991. Terry’s commitment to excellence and level of customer service is just amazing. We worked through several designs back in the 90’s to develop my mouthpiece. Terry always came through with new ideas and ways to make things better. Kim is just wonderful to work with. Warburton is the choice of lots of Pros for a good reason.”

- Johnny Hodges

Johnny Hodges has performed with artists such as The WHO, Michael Bolton, The Temptations, Frankie Valli, Doc Severinsen, Diane Schuur, and many more. He has performed on numerous television shows and specials as well as movie soundtracks. He played on Broadway, both in New York City and national tours including: 42nd Street, The Color Purple, Camelot, and many others.

As well as playing lead and split-lead trumpet, Johnny spent more than a decade working as the Assistant Conductor for Big Apple Circus and as Musical Director for Carnival Cruise Lines. Recently, he also worked as Musical Director and lead trumpet for The Smoky Mountain Opry for several years.

Currently, Johnny is the lead actor at the Buttonwillow Civil War Theater, and plays lead trumpet at the Memories Theater in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

"Warburton Mouthpieces have made a huge difference in my career. I started playing Warburton in 1991 and have never looked back. The care and craftsmanship that go into these products have made Warburton a truly internationally renowned name in the brass world. Terry and Kenny have been there to help me a hundred times when I needed it. There is a reason that so very many professionals turn to Warburton for their needs. Not just because of the great products but also because of the people. Thanks again guys!"