How to get back in shape on trumpet

Here is a look at what I do to get back into shape.

1. First Daily Practice Session. Give yourself just as much off the face time as on. ...
2. Buzz on your mouthpiece. ...
3. Long Tones, Lip Slurs, and Scales. ...
4. Second Daily Practice Session. ...
5. Melodic Etudes. ...
6. Technical Studies and Etudes. ...
7. Warm Down.

1. How do I get my embouchure back?
2. How do you recover chops from a trumpet?

How do I get my embouchure back?

If you are now experiencing a “too stiff” embouchure, there are several techniques which will improve your condition.

1. Soft playing.
2. Buzzing on only your mouthpiece.
3. Buzzing without your horn or mouthpiece.
4. Flapping your lips.
5. Warm compresses.
6. Brush your teeth.
7. Lip ointments.

How do you recover chops from a trumpet?

If frustrated while practicing, put your horn down, get your head together, and come back to it. Keep your chops fresh! Put it DOWN while your chops still feel good. 5-20 minutes off won't kill you, then come back.