| cmcdougall -
My advice would be to NOT rush back into it. I had my lowers out (impacted, and sitting on nerves) about 3 years ago. Everyone probably differs in recovery time. I was planning on 2-3 weeks off, but was able to ease back after about 12 days. I knew of a saxophone player that played too soon and blew his stitching out. (That scared me enough to wait a bit.)
Just go slow at first. And listen to Manny ... there's more to music out there than just playing the trumpet. Now is your chance to experience it.
Best wishes!
Tony |