Trumpet practice log
A simple way to keep a trumpet practice log: what to practice each day, a free printable chart, and an app that keeps the log for you.
A 25-minute trumpet practice routine
| Buzz and long tones (5 min) | Mouthpiece buzzing, then soft long tones in the middle register. |
| Lip slurs (5 min) | Easy slurs between harmonics, resting as long as you play. |
| Pieces (10–15 min) | Rest between run-throughs; brass players tire quickly, and tired lips build bad habits. |
| Soft play-through (5 min) | A familiar tune played softly to finish. |
Rest as much as you play, and stop before the lips are exhausted.
What to write in the log
- The date and how many minutes.
- What was practiced: the scale, the piece and the bars.
- How it went, and anything to ask the teacher.
Trumpet practice chartName: ______________________ Week of: ____________ Goal: ____ min a day
| Day | Minutes | What I practiced | How it went | Parent initials |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | ||||
| Day 2 | ||||
| Day 3 | ||||
| Day 4 | ||||
| Day 5 | ||||
| Day 6 | ||||
| Day 7 |
Total this week: ________ minutes on ______ days. Parent or guardian signature: ________________________
Teacher's notes: ______________________________________________________________________________
Keep the trumpet log in Shedtime
Time practice, tick off the pieces and scales, keep a streak, and let the teacher see the week. Free, no account.