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I would say the same as tradesmen working noisy equipment. In the uk that is 8am-6pm weekdays. 8am-1pm on a weekend. This is your job so it would follow that it takes the same hours as that. However I would say that trombones are not quite the same as a disk cutter, so perhaps run the times an hour or so later, e.g. 9/10am - 7/8pm weekdays dependant on local conditions. Likewise for the weekend maybe flex your times respectfully about local religious customs where appropriate.
Also most importantly, talk to your neighbours. They need to have quiet enjoyment of their residence and you need to practice. Find an equitable solution where possible showing compassion and understanding. E.G. if you have a nurse or factory worker who works nights, try to flex about their sleep schedule. They need to sleep right?
To be honest, it’s also not unreasonable to hire or find practice space if you need to be regularly creating noise. Probably easier for you to concentrate in a dedicated space too.
No more half measures walter
I appreciate the well-thought-out comment. Unfortunately, my neighbours are the ones playing trombone.
I won't, but it would be funny if I printed out this thread and put it in their mailbox.
Ahh… I did not understand that it was your neighbour’s kid. You’re fucked then. There is nothing else for it. You’re going to have to get up to hijinks: dress up as a child, infiltrate the neighbours kid’s school, become the coolest most popular ‘kid’ there. Then using that social status with the other kids convince them to bully all trombone players. (Maybe some collateral here). Then, with any luck, the bullying from the neighbour’s kids peers causes the them to give up the hobby, winning you your peace and quiet back.
Or frame the child for murder? A little time in Juvie will sort the issue…
But what about if you're a professional tradesperson and you're a trombone enthusiast on the side?
~~Sad trombone noises~~ No trombone noises
Practice deep in the woods late at night. If nothing else you’ll start some really interesting urban legends.