Born in Spain into a non-musical family, my earliest memories are immersed in the music of J.S. Bach. My father, an ardent admirer of the master of the fugue, would return from work and fill our home with the resounding trumpets and organ, often exceeding recommended volumes. Influenced by this musical atmosphere, I commenced my early musical education at the Conservatory of San Lorenzo de El Escorial.
Despite the persistent recommendation from my music teacher, who advocated for the violin—a sound that, to my ears, resembled a dying cat—I remained steadfast in my determination, steering myself towards the flute. At the conservatoire, all the children, rather than being placed in a brass band, as was common elsewhere, were integrated into an orchestra. Perhaps this is why I feel completely at home when part of such an ensemble.
For a decade, I received guidance from María Ángeles Grau, a teacher who became my musical mother. While I cannot recall a time without music shaping my life, my curiosity extended to various subjects, particularly science. Mathematics, aeronautics, and architecture often occupied my thoughts. However, everything shifted during my final year in high school.

On January 17, 2001, I received an invitation to perform Schubert's 5th Symphony with a semi-professional orchestra in Madrid. By the end of the rehearsal, I felt as if I were floating on a cloud. In that moment, I couldn't fathom any other profession providing as much satisfaction as playing the flute. This unforgettable experience solidified my decision to pursue a career in music.

Following the completion of my flute studies, I had the privilege of working with several renowned symphony orchestras in my country for many years. While the experience of performing Mahler, Shostakovich, or Ravel in a large orchestra is undeniably one of the most enriching experiences for a musician, I couldn't shake the feeling that something was missing.