My friend....Im playing since I was 7yrs old...I'm 52 ...thats 45yrs of playing music & 32 yrs of that is professionaly...
And guess what....at todays gig I learned something new!!! Its a LIFELONG process of learning, absorbing, creating, practicing, & Loving your Instrument & Talent to the Max.....It never ends, there is no simple formulas, we all do it different....
I wish you luck in your Musical Journey my friend...but remember, one thing is guaranteed.....when you finally arrive it will all be worth it in a way I can't describe in words to you!!
Music is a Magical Thing ....
.....& YOUR the Magician!