This is the same guitar lesson he gave John Mayer... I "failed" it, too!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Hey Tyler! Cool video! Loved it! Thanks for great hang!

[@chriscroce]

Honestly the fact the Neon was born from a failed Tomo lesson should tell every guitarist how incredible Tomo is as a teacher and musician.

[@RC32Smiths01]

Tomo is not only a prolific and pristine musician and instructor, but a humble and wholesome man. Passion and enjoyment of the things you do goes a long way.

[@MRxr400]

yeh, he seems such an approachable type, probably why he's such a good teacher.

[@ScoobyDooby530]

Interesting father

[@jaypalmer3806]

Wholesome. One of the most overused words of 2023.

[@armanneto]

I really like the Ben's participation in this video. He seemed enjoy it too.

[@nickboon1235]

Ben just chilling there was so funny to me

[@mentox6592]

Ben looks like he’s in space. He’s probably having the best day in his life.

[@fekari6278]

man smoked a little too much

[@attraueketcham350]

Maybe just enough to lead him to just the right place at just the right time lol

[@elliotttampa]

I wish I were Ben at this moment. Thanks guys. That was fun

[@orpheus3342]

what i would give to have seen these two play!

[@mapother4]

couldnt agree more, tomo is one of my biggest inspirations

[@ronmellen-stier1081]

I don’t suck at guitar, I just treasure my limitations.

[@ectosproductions9096]

I'm saying this from now on XD

[@xaviergough9359]

That forces you to be more creative.

[@TylerJohnstonGuitar]

Tomo is awesome. One of the most wholesome and positive personalities in the guitar community.

[@weekendcardad1881]

This lesson is 100% WIN. I could watch you two vibin' off each others riffs for hours. Love this video.

[@vasylfedchyk]

Huge respect to Tomo sensei! He's amazing!

[@BruceCopperfield]

Tomo is so nice and kind. He often likes and replies to comments on his Instagram and leaves his own in other people's profiles.

[@Sigh875]

Great thing about that chord at 7:04 is that John Petrucci uses that to transition in a dream theater song, "Metropolis Part 1". He uses that chord to add feeling in other songs on later albums, but the way he uses F sharp to kind of transition into different sections is inspiring when you hear it.

[@LioneldS]

The story of how Neon was made literally blew my mind. John couldn't do something so he made a harder version which only he can do 100% properly.

[@Matt-og5kd]

its not hard at all and he stole it from andy mckee

[@johnnyxmusic]

@@Matt-og5kdNow I must do my research.

[@cd2340]

@@Matt-og5kd lmao, i love trash contrarian statements like this. Neon is widely considered an incredibly difficult song to play, even by talented guitarist. You just sound like a fucking hipster right now.

[@luker2707]

@@Matt-og5kd”iTs noT HaRd aT aLL”, you’re so cool dude congrats

[@Vivi_9]

@@Matt-og5kd what the hell are you on about lmao let's see your cover then

[@chadwickhurlburt6529]

Tomo is one of those KZbin guitar players that you can easily overlook simply because he is the most humble KZbin guitar player you will see. Humility and Excellence is his MO. Thanks for making this video. It was great fun watching you two interact and have some fun together. Much respect to both of you guys. This was an A++ video. 🤩

[@junito1957]

AGREE 100%

[@DevonVanNote]

Tomo is a MASTER. Humble and patient. Couldn't ask for more out of a guitar instructor.

[@saiyanleague653]

Tomo was one of the very first guitarists i watched online. A true master of his craft. This collab made my day!

[@Mike28625]

Thanks, Tomo! Inspiration born of limitation. Nice! I'll remember that. That's kinda what the guitar center in Hickory NC is like most Fridays btw. You could stop by and play with Harvey!

[@craigmantle5362]

This whole interaction was so wholesome!

[@CornedWalls]

"Once in a while Limitation, to me, it's like kind of a treasure" Goodness. Protect Tomo at all costs.

[@sn95_mustang_garage]

You guys together are gold.

[@cozy_mellow_mood]

the vibe is awesome! Y'all jammin out, while other people are hanging out and shopping...everyone just peacefully co-existing.

[@certifedcupcake]

wait tomo is in boston! thats so sick! i love when my favorite youtubers come to my area. It makes the world feel small.

[@speedzapped9065]

watching a very advanced player still learning new things shows how versatile guitars are. very cool!

[@samwheeler-brown7458]

One of your British fans here, Boston is my favourite city in the world and now I need to go back to jam with Boston Ben, what a guy.

[@Dave-nm3xc]

I clicked so fast when I saw Tomo!! Hes one of my favorite players on KZbin.

[@ericheidemanmusic]

love how you were drawn to the Cory Wong guitar. One of the best live shows I've ever seen was his.

[@bereanwarrior]

I would pay to see you two perform somewhere. I could listen to that for days and never be ready for it to end.

[@AnotherAngle-o1b]

ben gets the award for best supporting actor !

[@d.a.m.e.e]

Tomo is an inspiration LOVE that mans playing! ❤️

[@applesauceblues6952]

anyone thats kind to fans and not dismissive towards them are winners in my book. Its obvious you guys know who to thank for your success. . . .most do not. Very humble

[@mallewis5720]

That was the most genuinely joyous bit of guitar I have seen for a long time, thats what playing is all about.

[@virdesire]

Tomo! Bruh, i have no words, this guy! So easy to watch and understand learning new stuff while you having fun!

[@jasonparkinson8561]

I can't wait until your album drops.

[@Crispybeats.]

This was one of the best video you released. Those Am7 - AMaj7 licks taught me so much. Opened 10 more worlds for me to go down. Thank you Tyler!

[@Wilmonator]

Tomo is the Yoda of guitar. Yes... A great sensei he is!

[@Datimdavis2900]

I found Tomo first and he led me to you- what a great guy! I would love a 5 minute lesson with the both of you!

[@joshpalmermusic]

Max @ GC Boston is a legend. (The guy on the ladder) Hope you got the chance to chat with him. One of the most humble and knowledgeable shredders in the area! 🖤

[@theo8206]

I’m starting at berklee in 10 days, this was awesome to see :)

[@math001]

That's really awesome that Tomo had something to do with John Mayer's arguably hardest song

[@MRxr400]

it's way cool to see you both feed off each others playing by listening to each other and sharing idea's. so inspirational, i just lost half an hour jamming on my electric, unplugged, just walking around living room. really love the funky stuff you guys started with

[@sebastianfernandez367]

need more videos like this

[@miketuliomusic]

That was truly fun to watch! Thanks, Tyler!

[@OzMike]

Luv Tomo, he has such an awesome attitude. Videos like this inspire me immensely and make me feel completely useless at the same time.

[@1234drums]

Thanks for another awesome trip, Ty

[@itsiansu]

Seeing this video reminded me of when John Mayer played with BB King all those years ago !!

[@gregpendleton4957]

Tomo is freaking incredible.

[@thisisqualia]

A Master. A Sensei. A Friend. Tomo is such a great person.

[@KibatsuMusic]

Two of my favorite youtubers and guitar players. This is a treat! Thanks!

[@aidanbowser4832]

So cool to see old masters and students getting back together for an ultimate jam lesson

[@jerrya17]

My two favorite guitar / music KZbinrs 🤘🏾🤘🏾🤘🏾

[@1Guug]

Tomo! I just love him. His vibe, energy are just soo soothing for the soul and his ability with chords blows my mind everytime

[@nicolasmaurin182]

Great moment. 🎉 thanks for sharing

[@cameronbird8327]

Tomo is just the best!

[@aceman42]

I found Tomo bec of john mayer. Im a big fan of john mayer. Such a unique teacher. Like almost spiritual in his teachings.

[@strumminronin]

Thanks Tyler for sharing. I can't believe how much this video made me smile as I watched, so glad to see you and Mr Fujita having a great day out and making music, just having good wholesome fun together. Please do more collabs like this. :)

[@braders_1111]

Holy Moly, you lads melted my face off with that 🔥🔥🔥🙌

[@josiasreyesmolet8623]

Wow Tomo is a genius, you also did great Tyler, greetings from Mexico brother!

[@loulouwaifu]

1:08 that kid behind them in the grey shirt was stunned to see mr fujita and mr larson

[@LeeFKoch]

Dang it! I was in Boston the first week of August, and I almost made it to the Guitar Center near Berklee, when I realized I'd forgotten my bag at Fenway Park (did the tour). I wonder, if I hadn't forgotten my bag, if I might have caught you guys there. It would've been really awesome to have eavesdropped on your lesson with Tomo. Thanks for sharing!

[@creationinspired200]

Tomo's the man so is Tyler!

[@psxisnotps1]

never heard tomo play but you know a legend when you see one

[@rylieriley]

I love Tomo's playing! I learn so much whenever I hear him play. He's inspirational!

[@marcpigeon7796]

Please more content like this. So fantastic to watch you two in this kind of back and forth. 🏍️🇨🇦

[@kevinlowen2648]

this was so amazing

[@hawtenslaton4307]

Very cool video with Tomo, he is the Man!

[@LukeandaGuitar]

I took a Skype lesson with Tomo a few years back. It went way over my head, but he told me to learn my triads, so I did! Guitar is more fun now :D

[@TheCyberMantis]

When you learn from Tomo-san, you are learning from the best.

[@mattwhite8904]

I got so much pleasure just watching and listening to you guys chat and play. Thanks for doing this and sharing.

[@rexcons1183]

Tomo is a straight to the point guitar teacher just like steve stine here in youtube.. they teach you in an easiest way possible to understand things about playing guitar.. 🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@cDekKk]

To be honest, Tomo is one of the best guitar teachers.

[@MarcSatterwhite]

Inspirational and mind blowing. New things to play with. Thanks for sharing. Ben was enjoying it too, LOL.

[@surefair8]

It's nice to see you both having great guitar talks! I hope I get the chance to meet you cheers!

[@bradleyard4195]

Know your limitations, then innovate and create based on that. Tomo is good, Tomo is wise.

[@josephconti9655]

The talent between you two is amazing! Although I absolutely love ben coming in clutch with a little bass. I would be to intimidated to play around so much talent. 😅

[@chrisshaw6451]

How cool was that video, thank you both! 👍❤️

[@denisblack9897]

i'm so jealous, i really want in person lessons with Tomo!

[@markykaem2033]

MiW ur so humble :) gracious Tomo. Love the video

[@DanS1]

Best guitar jam i have seen in years!!!! More of this please!!!!

[@miguelsassot7921]

So awesome. Thank you both for such a great lesson!❤️

[@noahpersichetti1343]

Love Tomo and never knew you was his student that’s really awesome. Side of y’all are such a inspiration to my guitar playing, maybe even demoralizing 😂

[@AndrewBoydMusic]

Love seeing Tomo, Berklee, the good old Boston Mass Ave area Daddy's Junky aka Guitar Center. Looks the same.. brought me back. Some nice music moments in there! Peace

[@Dodgyguitarist]

Unreal playing!! Wow 🤩

[@jwbtutoring8700]

There's always absolute gold to be found where the words "Tomo" and "Lesson" are put remotely close to each-other 🔥🔥🔥

[@Syllias_atL]

This video , I couldn’t stop smiling the whole time. I watch both of you guys, I just started my guitar journey at 48 years old😂 love your content.

[@eddiewixson9680]

This whole video is very inspiring..

[@gangpardos3833]

Tomo just goes crazy for the outro

[@AsRolfes]

Absolutely loved this!

[@EvilspeakGaming]

How to not love Tomo ❤

[@richardmcpike]

That was so good guys me n my pal are getting together tomorrow to play and will try some of these ideas thank you

[@alexanderhanksx]

Tomo's such a treasure

[@TheDeugsy]

Hello, Ben was the luckiest guy to listen to you in live !! Great playing and beautiful music

[@Charles53412]

Dude, you left me wanting more, this should have been at least an hour long video ! LOL

[@JoeR203]

I used to go to Daddy's Junky Music in Orange, CT. They always had some good deals.

[@karmatv4975]

4:51 that chord just brings me to the Flatlands by the Aristocrats ❤❤ amazing chord ❤

[@Nickshreds890]

Nice taste :)! Guthrie plays crazy chords without struggling, he's unlike any other human guitarist! This video is a treasure , hearing them play together is so fascinating! 😊

[@karmatv4975]

Totally agree dude, Guthrie is not from this earth. He's my biggest inspiration

[@lovetruel6100]

Loved it !!

[@koda1033]

I’ve never doubted Tomo’s musicianship if I can call it that. I know he leans a lot towards that funky style of playing, and honestly is really not my favorite. Hearing him just jam as he teaches is just a different experience. Amazing musicians both of you! As he is also playing something different! Great video brosky! Ben… cheers m8!

[@Dave-nm3xc]

Check out Tomo playing Little Wing live with Eric Gales, and Matt Schofield.. he's a great player.

[@hager4381]

This was a great video. Everything discussed was way above my head - so it was extra fascinating

[@ejmachuca9355]

More proof that your tone comes from your hands. Very cool.

[@acidbran]

Tomo is a great guy.