The Uncomfortable Truth About What Comeback Trumpet Players Should Practice

Most comeback trumpet players are spending their practice time backwards and it's the number one reason they are stuck. In this video, I'm sharing my hot take on how you should actually be dividing your practice time if you want to make a real comeback on the trumpet. I'll walk you through the 40/20 rule, share three stories from my own journey — college, my first years teaching high school, and a recent professional performance — and by the end, you'll have a concrete framework you can apply starting with your very next practice session. This one will make some of you uncomfortable. Good. Let's talk about it in the comments. 🎺 FREE RESOURCE — Comeback Trumpet Player Routine The practice structure I actually use with returning trumpet players. Download it here → https://www.trumpetlessonshq.com/Come... 🎺 READY TO MAKE A REAL COMEBACK? The Returning Trumpet Player Method is a course, community, and coaching experience built specifically for players like you — people who loved the trumpet, stepped away for life, and are ready to get back to playing with real confidence, range, and endurance. Only 15 students per month are accepted, and every student applies first to make sure it's the right fit. Apply here → https://bit.ly/ffviral5