What was my biggest Breakthrough in guitar playing?

The first breakthrough occurred when I started a band called Orquesta de Animales. Prior to that, I had been focused on playing virtuosic music, attempting to master complicated and fast pieces. However, I became frustrated with the limited scope of this approach and sought a different path. I began playing more improvised jams in a nearly unrestricted style, relying heavily on pentatonic scales. Our jams were inspired by the psychedelic and kraut rock bands of the early days, employing a simple language that fostered profound dialogue within the band. I found that I could communicate effectively with my fellow bandmates as well as with myself.

 

The second breakthrough came when I grew bored with my limitations and felt the need for more musical tools. I made the decision to re-enroll in formal studies. Initially, the goal was to obtain diplomas, but it quickly evolved into a desire to acquire a broader range of musical tools for creating more interesting music. This shift led to the systematic use of musical language in my daily routine. I began incorporating sight-reading, theory, and non-instrumental abilities such as ear training as essential elements in a never-ending self-improvement discipline.