As with all trades/professions there are a variety of ways to learn and hone your craft. Some follow a practical route, whilst others are more academically inclined. The one truth in either approach however is exposure.
Always seek to expand your knowledge base. Listening to a variety of styles does not hurt, nor does discussing techniques with those who are better than you, mentors are a fantastic way of gaining practical knowledge, and mentoring and helping others is another way for you to cement your knowledge base – if you can’t explain it, then you don’t know how to do it.
Musical education does not end with the ability to play, as a professional you must also be aware of your space and how you sound in the acoustic space you have to work with. Understand how different surfaces reflect sound waves, and how ambient volume can be affected.
Remember you are promoting yourself as a craftsperson of your trade, by understanding what tools will deliver the best results you are at least ensuring that you are perceived as being professional.
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