Principal Trumpet of the Houston Grand Opera and Houston Ballet Orchestras
Elite Trumpet Mentorship for Serious Students
Tetsuya Lawson, Principal Trumpet · Houston Grand Opera & Houston Ballet Orchestras
Private instruction for students preparing for high-level ensembles, auditions, and long-term musical excellence.
Limited availability · Application required
Professional Standards. Clear Structure. Real Results.
I work with motivated trumpet students who are ready to move beyond generic weekly lessons. My approach is modeled on the expectations of professional orchestral training—consistency, clarity, and preparation habits that hold up under pressure.
This is for students who are:
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Preparing for youth orchestra, all-state, or competitive auditions
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Interested in college or conservatory pathways
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Ready for structured weekly expectations
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Supported by families who value high-quality instruction
This is not a fit if:
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You’re looking for casual or recreational lessons
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Price is the main deciding factor
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The student is not practicing consistently
How the Mentorship Works
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Submit a short application
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20-minute consultation/evaluation call
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If accepted, enroll in monthly mentorship
Mentorship includes:
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Individualized practice structure (what to do daily + why)
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Audition prep strategy and timeline planning
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Recorded Audio/Video lessons and lesson notes
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Technique development for consistency under pressure
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Musical style coaching for orchestra and solo repertoire
Enrollment is Limited
To maintain instructional quality, enrollment is capped. If the studio is full, qualified students may join the waitlist.
“Working with Tetsuya brought a level of structure and clarity my child hadn’t experienced before. The focus on preparation and consistency made a noticeable difference in auditions and ensemble work.”
- Parent of high school trumpet student, Houston