I have a feeling the creative muscle you've exercised as a musician has also helped tremendously as a hacker & business owner. Those same musician/programmers that I know also tend to come up with some pretty far-out ideas & solutions. The discipline of constant practice, the ability to tap into your "intuitive" & creative side, and the understanding of another language (musical notes) probably translates very well.
This can apply to other creative fields too, of course.
This can apply to other creative fields too, of course.