Intermediate Guitar Practice Routine

[@ondrejsamek6856]

I was doing the beginner exercises for couple weeks even tho I’m playing guitar over 10 years and I have to say that I’m glad to fix the gaps in basics, because this one is much easier right now to practice, concept is the same it’s just another layer. I feel that a lot of people might be discourage to do basics but hey guys, it really works ! Concentration is the key even tho it seems trivial it’s not as easy ! Thank you Tomo!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing! I still practice beginner level simple ones now! Don't do all. Just even one topic everyday for a long time (many days!) No need to worry how long (hours) to practice. Even 2 minutes!

[@joeb3590]

Don't expect too fast.

[@СергейПротасов-к4ъ]

@@joeb3590 it is the most difficult part for me... cuz I play 20 years now... may be it is "forever student syndrome"? )))

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Intro 00:00 Chromatic scale exercise 8th notes w/dynamics 01:05 Chromatic exercise 1212 3212 3432 1234... 4343 2343 2123 4321 04:36 Review on Major Scale / Intervals 06:53 Major Scale in E form 07:21 Little about MODES 10:55 Sequencing: Do Mi, Re Fa.. Do Re MI Do.. 14:45 Review Triad Inversions on C, F, Bb, Eb 15:40 Learn triads on 234 set strings 16:32 Review triads on 543 / 645 set strings 18:32 How to apply triads to music / Bb Blues 19:45 How to apply triads to music / G D Em C 22:25

[@antoineleblanc2509]

Spicy hotel California at the end!

[@Jack.Waters]

I’ve linked your primary YT of that exercise in my Guitar Forum. Where I store all my notes from 5 decades on how to learn etc. Thank you so much, Tomosan.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

@@Jack.Waters Thank you! Please enjoy!

[@soapyrainmaker5367]

I love that you don't edit out when you make mistakes and do little editing. It really makes your videos feel like in-person guitar lessons.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad you like them! I only play once & record once! Just like same as any private lessons! Thank you so much!

[@theolivabrassproject8953]

You are by far the best guitar teacher on KZbin. Simple and to the point.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@Shurpax]

You break down some kind of wall for me in almost every video I watch of yours. Really appreciate the logical approach. Genuinely, thank you.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! So happy to hear that! ] Beginner Guitar Exercises to Inspire Your Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6qtdKGfrZtje6s Intermediate Guitar Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIiclIyZrNqdeck Advanced Guitar Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKm0Zaatg8-Sa9k Pro Guitar Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoWXknhpl86Mm6M 7 Guitar Exercises to Inspire Your Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6i0e5psosycgqM

[@au5tinic38]

Favorite guitar teacher of all time

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@RC32Smiths01]

Very to the point, while also so much to learn. Intermediate is quite a fun and challenging point in a musician's journey.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Yes! This is just a few ideas! Thank you so much!

[@RC32Smiths01]

@@TomoFujitaMusic Awesome! Cheers

[@robertogarza5377]

Tomo, your brief example of the modes completely clarified the practical application and concept for me. I was taught the modes incorrectly and never really understood how to implement them. Thank you!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So happy to hear that. Simply just better teach as simple Major scale with intervals. Modes as name .. something difficult or something special.. words are making something more difficult .. teach guitar is not easy at all! Easy to teach what it is.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You’re very welcome!

[@ruechel]

I am still lacking a systematic approach to learning aka a practice system like this. I think this is what a lot of intermediate guitar players need. I taught myself major and minor triads on all string sets just by ear but I still think there is so much missing in my approach. It's time for Guitar Wisdom, i think. Thank you as always for the guidance and ceaseless effort to bring first-class guitar education to the people. Arigatou goseimaszu Fujita-Sensei

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing! Best way is not to visualize triads too much! Think about note name, intervals etc. 7-days free trial offer at Guitar Wisdom now until 2/18th. Don't miss it! You're very welcome!

[@moreykanner4781]

Oh man! Tomo this practice info is SPEAKING to me. Former chef 33 yrs teaching cooking fundamentals at CIA, this has changed my musical life. We are taught incorrectly as guitar players. Thank you so much for sharing how to work the guitar as the beautiful instrument it really is. ALWAYS about fundamentals. I never knew!! Thank you Chef!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

I love cooking! So happy to hear that! So awesome! You're very welcome! Guitar practice could go so wrong with self-taught. As if you are believing that more salt & more sugar can make better taste!

[@kevincouch1909]

Hey Chef. I am CIA ‘97. Tomo is the man.

[@Jack.Waters]

Even after 50+ years of playing on string instruments I still have to whatch that I don't leave my Thumb behind as I go up the neck. For so long it was my Anchor.... Practice Practice.. Thank You so much, Tomosan.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing! That's why I only introduce chromatic scales on 4&3 strings. You're very welcome! I just made Advanced Practice Routine for next week!

[@Jack.Waters]

@@TomoFujitaMusic I enjoy bringing up issues I have had or I do have so others can not feel left out or "embarrased". Also maybe give ideas for content later. I learned reading a treble staff so many decades ago I have forgotten how difficult it may be for others. Be well......

[@felixflatterer6646]

thank you mr. tomofujita for sharing your wisdom. you really have an impact on many people with your superduper human kindness

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome! So happy to hear that! Thank you!

[@stunrmlee]

Thank you TOMO sensei. Always the big fan of your practice routine series(5min/15min/7exercises,etc).And the all new beginner&intermediate&advanced collection is also so great and full of wisdom. To be honest its the method i've been search for since the day i took my guitar from the year of 2008. You know, before i found your channel, i do only tablature. Not knowing the music note.From the past two years i took the modern method volume 1 , but not knowing how to get into it better. Then maybe its the fortune or may be the destiny helps those who help themselevs, I found your relevant videos about the book and the other classical quality videos. You share the wisdom that not to stick in one paper BUT build up the routine with the MUSIC. And more, you share the wisdom to get well with our body, mind and life. Your are the best music teacher and the master. Thank you and thank to the Internet for spreading your method. Thank you so much Mr.Tomo.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So happy to hear that! Thank you so much! I teach guitar! Not just show how to play exactly. Guitar Wisdom can really help many guitar players. No need tabs, no need to memorize! More freedom later!

[@blakerunyon8523]

Thank you for the incredible lesson! What a service you are doing for the world! Amazing philosophy on the fundamentals. Preach!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You’re very welcome! My pleasure! Thank you so much .

[@terrybanks5063]

you give so much to every level of player. thankyou, tomo

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So happy to hear that! I would like to give you more!

[@katsunori.bb.kawai.6633]

Thank you Mr.Fujita. Follow up basic training are important. 😁

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome! Thank you!

[@andreylukyanov2179]

Thanks for this lesson (Domo arigatou). I subscribed to Guitar Wisdom a couple of weeks ago. Now, this lesson gives me a study roadmap for a couple of months, it will take some time to internalize in my head. Your channel and Guitar Wisdom is the best place to learn guitar the right way. I was really stuck with all these patterns for many years. I am really hopeful that in 1 year I can make more progress than in the years before.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So happy to hear that! Thank you so much for subscribing my Guitar Wisdom. Good job! I am making these at my KZbin channel as supplemental material for my Guitar Wisdom subscribers.

[@innerstream]

Thank you this is so helpful to let a person know where they are and how to improve skills and move forward through this intermediate stage…Great addition to my in person lessons 😊

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome! Yes, this is exactly what to do! Great to hear that!

[@path-andromeda]

Thank you Sensei Tomo, I've just noticed something in this video, I was having a problem muting the strings when doing your finger picking exercises and realized because I like to play at times without a pick and use my thumb and fingers when playing that I also had my fingers open(extended) when using the pick. I noticed your fingers when doing the exercises in a closed position and that was the reason, I couldn't get my palm down to do string muting. It is a bit different, and I will have to practice with fingers closed when using the pick, but it was nice. My noise level has just gone down tremendously.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing! That's very common with setting. Good job noticing it! You see... noticing something that you did not notice before =YOU ARE IMPROVING! Thank you so much!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

All you need to do is play things insanely super slow!

[@sanpit]

1. Chromatic Exercises with Dynamics 2. 1212 3212 3432 1234 3. Major Scales in E Form 4. Ionian / Mixolydian / Dorian 5. Do Me - Re Fa - Me So 6. Triads Inversion - C F Bb Eb 7. Triads on 234 Strings 8. Triads on 345 / 456 9. Triads on Bb Blues 10. Triads on G D Em D (1 5 6m 4) 11. Triads on Am E7 G D F C Dm E7

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you for sharing!

[@johnfeole1971]

Thanks Tomo, providing this framework is really helpful.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So happy to hear that! Thank you!

[@ab_0625]

Thank you for this. I really needed a well managed and disciplined practice routine for my intermediate journey.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome!

[@azayku44]

Thank you Tomo San ✨

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome!

[@polvin6124]

Hi, Tomo. Thank you for this wonderful, interesting and very useful lesson. Your exercises work and it's great. I'm really looking forward to continuing.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome! So happy to hear that!

[@brothaD_92]

Me sippin my drink listening to the triads at 26:04. That's Hotel California!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Yes! Please enjoy! Yes! Triad song!

[@brothaD_92]

@@TomoFujitaMusic Thank you so much for everything that you do. You sir, are amazing

[@musicoelemental]

Maestro Tomo ✨️ Mi saludo y mi admiración para usted. Grande🥇Tomo🥇Grande

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@RONEYHOOKS]

Thank you

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome!

[@JTMP12]

At 4:30 you said it made noise, my beginner ears couldn’t hear it. Can you explain what noise was the mistake? Thank you.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Any finger noises or string noises. Please watch this video. This Should Have Been Your First Guitar Lesson - Chromatic Scale kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2PLp6ywoqearsk

[@JTMP12]

@@TomoFujitaMusic thank you!

[@jsudra]

Awesome! Can’t wait for next lesson thank you Tomo

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

I made next lesson so next Thursday!

[@kaori-himawari]

今年もよろしくお願いします😊🐍❤ Triads on 234くらいから理解が遅くなります。。。神社⛩️でお参りしたとき、Triadがわかるようになりますように！って手を合わせてしまいました😂

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

おめでとうございます！今年もよろしくお願いします。トライアドと同時に一つの弦で横にメジャースケールを学びましょう。Super Simple Series が分かりやすいです。

[@johnweir1277]

excellent lesson! thanks tomo

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you!

[@ItsJustRyan89]

What a gentleman. Please come to England, so I may buy you a pint.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! I would love to go back to England!

[@ItsJustRyan89]

@@TomoFujitaMusic you can stay at our house whenever you like.

[@PawpawJamz]

Good stuff as usual, Tomo.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it Thank you!

[@Rayram555]

Excellent lesson plan. Thank you

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@practice_trax]

Great stuff, as always!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@mustakahmed9094]

Thank you Tomo sir, it was very useful indeed

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome! Beginner Guitar Exercises to Inspire Your Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6qtdKGfrZtje6s Intermediate Guitar Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIiclIyZrNqdeck Advanced Guitar Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKm0Zaatg8-Sa9k Pro Guitar Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoWXknhpl86Mm6M 7 Guitar Exercises to Inspire Your Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6i0e5psosycgqM

[@mustakahmed9094]

@@TomoFujitaMusic already watched it sir🤩

[@PhinnOz]

Thank you!!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome!

[@camperstar6stringer]

the rhythm of your guitar has the spirit of the Japanese spirit in your playing. For one that lives here, the natural beat of the Japanese heart is a bit different when it comes to playing music. I always seem to hear the Hirajoshi scale behind your thoughts when you play. Do you miss the Japanese Live clubs here in Japan?

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! I LOVE playing at LIVE HOUSE in Japan!

[@brianfindlay2925]

Awesome. Many, many thanks ❤

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you!

[@jj1982ify]

Thanks so much tomo for sharing your knowledge!! My pick always slips when strumming..

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome! Thank you!

[@electronblue]

Thank you for the lesson. i am going to practice this until my fingers bleed.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome! Thank you so much! Private Guitar Lesson Homework PART ONE kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXjShoGIfa1kd8U Private Guitar Lesson Homework Part 2 - Minor Scales kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGOqeJx5eNJ-jMU Private Guitar Lesson Homework Part 3 - Diminished 7 Arpeggios & Dim7 chord trick kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIiWfWiMnresj5o Private Guitar Lesson Homework - Minor Triads kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqaqnYF5qrFgnLc Private Guitar Lesson Homework - How to apply soloing ideas over chord changes so you can have a fun kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6fPqpaeatOcm5I

[@REALLYRANDOMREVIEW5]

Im struggling with Timing. at times i think im ok, try to sing or hum a long and i have timing issues all over the place, especially trying to loop song etc i think i skipped the metronome steps and in that take note folks don't skip lessons to learn a song or you can play the song ok but not much else lol

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing! Do slow & pick simple things. Foundation!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Learning songs are important and learning foundation which can support your performance (very important!)

[@REALLYRANDOMREVIEW5]

​@@TomoFujitaMusic Thankyou Tomo ! i learn more from you in short videos than i have in years with internet and other creators👍

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So happy to hear that!

[@donaldgossett1736]

Thanks. Good stuff sir!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you!

[@suzannecoholic1467]

Thanks Tomo!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome!

[@Patetdani]

Very nice lesson, thank you so much Tomo ^_^

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad you liked it! You're welcome!

[@PhinnOz]

Heck ya!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you!

[@frankdardano3182]

Ypu are pure inspiration!

[@cordeliaparis]

Hello tomo and everybody.....from Paris FRANCE !!! I learn since 2 years so I am a beginner. Great to have met you , your kindness and your super clear teaching. I have one question : why do you use a pick instead fingers. Thank you

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Hello from Boston USA! Thank you for sharing! You're very welcome! Both so good! I teach both ways. Pick is so much fun too!

[@mjaff4music]

19:45 triads

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you!

[@aadijain1609]

Hey Tomo! It would be amazing if you could do one for advanced players too. Thank you!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Yes! I already made that one for next week! Thank you!

[@kaori-himawari]

あかん！今日トモさんの動画５本目😵‍💫

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

むちゃ嬉しいです！おおきに！

[@forfree4984]

can you list the equipment for practicing? For example metronom, do you know a good one? which kind of plectrum ( hard or softer one)..., good tuner

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for your suggestion! I love using Franz Metronome for simplicity! Please watch these lessons (Super Simple) kzbin.info/www/bejne/bma1nnmjh8yHn9k kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZasaGOOo6einbs kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3K3dXVnmNh2nJI Beginner Guitar Exercises to Inspire Your Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6qtdKGfrZtje6s Intermediate Guitar Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIiclIyZrNqdeck Advanced Guitar Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKm0Zaatg8-Sa9k Pro Guitar Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoWXknhpl86Mm6M 7 Guitar Exercises to Inspire Your Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6i0e5psosycgqM

[@fahmi.hashim]

TQ teacher san

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you!!

[@jamesreinking4341]

Your Guitar Wisdom sounds good. I just started playing guitar at the young age of 67. Currently I am taking private lessons and I am wondering. Is it a good idea to take Guitar Wisdom at the same time as my private lessons? I fear that I may encounter conflicting teaching. I have 8 more weeks with my current teacher.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! Now free trial offer until 2/18th. Yes! Not only so much valuable information but also you can test yourself with Guitar Wisdom. Do what you like to do! Only $14.99 a month subscription.

[@snuffelsuf]

what gets developed doing the chromatic exercise in this

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Chromatic scale will help your fingerings! More flexible!

[@Rosyrive]

I find it difficult to keep it mute when moving fingers on and off strings - is there a trick to it or just time practicing carefully?

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Good technique is not easy to obtain that's why most guitar players easily to stuck with same playing skills & more gears! Foundation is not flashy but it is so important. People normally understand this when you hear someone in same room. Maybe go back a few steps back is normally a great choice! Play super slow! Don't worry about tempo at all.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

This Should Have Been Your First Guitar Lesson - Chromatic Scale kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2PLp6ywoqearsk

[@Rosyrive]

@@TomoFujitaMusic this was amazing! I have had a few guitar teachers on and off over ten years and no one ever explained these basics so patiently and clearly. I can see how this will improve everything. Simple and small, but big effect! Thank you for sharing it.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

@@Rosyrive Thanks for your reply! So happy to hear that your! You see... guitar can make you humble and super patient! I love simplicity and limitation! Thank you so much!

[@hibald]

What about that 'flying pinky'? 😛

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you for sharing!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Please watch these lessons (Super Simple) kzbin.info/www/bejne/bma1nnmjh8yHn9k kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZasaGOOo6einbs kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3K3dXVnmNh2nJI Beginner Guitar Exercises to Inspire Your Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6qtdKGfrZtje6s Intermediate Guitar Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIiclIyZrNqdeck Advanced Guitar Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKm0Zaatg8-Sa9k Pro Guitar Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoWXknhpl86Mm6M 7 Guitar Exercises to Inspire Your Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6i0e5psosycgqM

[@edgarehu5268]

Why the scale

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Could you say a little more? I don't understand your question. Thank you!

[@edgarehu5268]

@@TomoFujitaMusic How will it help me between Basic Chords and scale

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you! Foundation will help all together later. Please watch these! Beginner Guitar Exercises to Inspire Your Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6qtdKGfrZtje6s Intermediate Guitar Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIiclIyZrNqdeck 7 Guitar Exercises to Inspire Your Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6i0e5psosycgqM

[@edgarehu5268]

@@TomoFujitaMusic thanks

[@bangshottibee5938]

Hi ser I admire u pls More vidoe thanks a lot see ser tomo pls I wanna learn more god bless New sub here🎉

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! You're very welcome!

[@MrPDTaylor]

First

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Yes!

[@jesusislukeskywalker4294]

i forgot to practice 🐴

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Now you can!

[@wagnerstefan601]

You got nearly half a million subscribers, your exercises are technically structured and you are a capable guitar player - so who am I to criticise you, but for me you are simply "too Japanese" in your methods and rather a guitar instructor for advanced players. I am in my mid-40ies and I know, as a teenager I would have quit straight away with you. I got your reasoning for not showing tabs, but as a beginner, you IMHO need something to clutch on to visually. Also, the exercises you show here build up on your previous beginner's one, which would have been far too monotonous for me. All in all, learning guitar with you, one must have a lot of ambition or be more advanced in musical understanding and/or guitar. You are definitely not the guitar teacher for the average Western teenager being interested in casual play. Which you don't have to, ofc. - Nonetheless, for the advanced student, you give fine hints...which I kinda have to cherrypick out of your vids. ;)

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks so much for sharing. So great to hear many opinions! Beginner Guitar Exercises to Inspire Your Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6qtdKGfrZtje6s Intermediate Guitar Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIiclIyZrNqdeck Advanced Guitar Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKm0Zaatg8-Sa9k 7 Guitar Exercises to Inspire Your Practice Routine kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6i0e5psosycgqM

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Please watch these lessons (Super Simple) kzbin.info/www/bejne/bma1nnmjh8yHn9k kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZasaGOOo6einbs kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3K3dXVnmNh2nJI

[@wagnerstefan601]

@@TomoFujitaMusic Arigato, thanks for your kind reply despite my criticism.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

@@wagnerstefan601 I would love to learn everyday! I appreciate anyone who care about me, my teaching, my playing,. I am so fortunate! Thank you so much!

[@frankdardano3182]

A Genius often takes a different approach I agree you must be extremely dedicated to lean from him.I don't think being Japanese has anything to do with instruction.THE INFORMATION,AND WHOLE VIDEO,WOULD BE THE SAME INFO IF HE WAS Italian or German.He is a professor at Berkeley, Enough said. He is over my head but he is correct, I might not understand all of it, but there is something to learn from him