My 7 Best Tips for a Self-Taught Guitarist

I normally don't have time to answer every question I get, but this letter was written really nicely, and it asked a question I get a lot, so I wanted to answer this question for everyone! I think this could be the Best Advice For Self-Taught Guitar player for how to practice CORRECT way so... this is gonna be Practice Routine!! It's time to get shredded!!
- Introduction (00:07)
- About KZbin Learning (01:19)
0) The Letter (02:18)
1) Posture (05:58)
2) How to use a Strap (08:08)
3) Fingering & Picking Exercise (09:32)
4) How To Learn Triads (Understanding the Fretboard) (12:45)
5) Root 3rd 7th / Swing Groove (15:35)
6) Strumming Open Chords (17:45)
7) Shuffle Blues Riff (19:00)
X) More advice (John Mayer Story) 22:05
Fingering & Picking Exercise (09:32)
3 Great Exercises For Your Practice Routine!
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- Introduction (00:07) - About KZbin Leaning (01:19)) 0) The Letter (02:18) 1) Posture (05:58) 2) How to use a Strap (08:08) 3) Fingering & Picking Exercise (09:32) 4) How To Learn Triads (Understanding the Fretboard) (12:45) 5) Root 3rd 7th / Swing Groove (15:35) 6) Strumming Open Chords (17:45) 7) Shuffle Blues Riff (19:00) X) More advice (John Mayer Story) (22:05)

[@jojo-fj7lw]

Thank you so much Tomo

[@nemonixniemann]

Thank you so much, my friend! I studied guitar for a while and then stopped and became very sloppy with my technique. You inspire me to finally straighten it up again. Also I love your positive attitude towards live! Thanks a lot! Greetings from Germany, Arne

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

@@nemonixniemann So nice other that. Guitar is so much fun! Thank you!

[@stanphillips7277]

I only compare to see what the guitar is capable of. So I think "Tomo can do that, I can't" that is comparing but I'm not in a competition with you. I always feel better after I watch any one of your videos. I try to be kind and good to even people who maybe others would say don't deserve it. You're such a kind person and so enthusiastic about being kind to yourself and others. It's even on your picks! I just like being reminded, when the world seems to be filled with cruelty and meanness that you're out there somewhere with your ideals and strong moral code. It comes very natural to me, kindness that is. Obviously you too and I think you'd agree that we all can Improve in our character no matter how nice we try to be. Even in saying I'm kind I try to say it with humility. I wish I knew exactly what was wrong with Mr Ms hand. I think you're such a master of the instrument that you covered everything especially telling him to look at your other content. I know someone who hurt themselves playing bar chords. They tore the muscle between their thumb and forefinger and required surgery and I know you have stressed in the past to shake your hand like shaking off water if you feel cramping. That's very good advice I think for everyone practicing. You always make me feel better and I missed you, I haven't seen one of your videos in about a month and it was nice to see you again. Never change, I recommend you to people often and I've sent links to random people I've spoken to back and forth in the comments. With your videos you get a guitar lesson and a life lesson at the same time. You're truly unique and I wish you peace and joy in your life, you and your family! See you soon Tomo, good luck Mr M, you're in the best possible hands in my humble opinion. See you soon Tomo ☮️❤️🎸🎶🎶🙏

[@stanphillips7277]

@@nemonixniemann Kind words, greetings from Miami Florida ☮️🎸🎶

[@JustinGuitarSongs]

Appreciate the mention Tomo. :) You're an incredible teacher and a top dude and I enjoy learning from your videos myself. Best wishes mate!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Well well...here the legendary Justin Guitar! What are you doing here? Everyone needed your guidance!! Great job Justin! Thank you! Let's do a zoom s session soon!!

[@flouisbailey]

Justin and Andy you got me to where I am and it’s a journey my Digital Friends.

[@smokedonnie]

You're the best guitar teacher in youtube , from beginner to intermediate . They can learn all the basics and theory A-Z. Then they can embark on their journey on their own.

[@JaffaRoad]

Justin, I am a music therapist who often teaches beginner guitar as part of brain injury rehabilitation programs, your books and resources always come in handy in those situations, thanks for what you do

[@stevescuba1978]

In my opinion, Mr. Fujita and Justin are among the great philanthropists on earth. I know that I personally have been enriched beyond explanation by paying guitar. These two, and a few others, have guided me there, and I feel a debt of gratitude for such incredible access and instruction!

[@allancrow134]

I have a bit of unsolicited advice for beginners that really want to progress. I am self-taught and know very little music theory however I was able to develop a really good ear. There are many styles of guitar playing all of which have their own nuances and techniques and which take many hours to develop. My advice is to play what you like and try to play what inspires you. Laser focus on the style that you enjoy most and don't get distracted or judge your progress by the progress of others. Learning can sometimes be an academic and laborious process, but it doesn't have to be. It should be fun. If you focus on what you love your incremental progress will bring you more joy and inspiration. That joy and inspiration will keep you motivated. With a little time and effort your incremental progress will accumulate into major progress and you will get to exactly where you want to be.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing! Awesome!

[@DrsJacksonn]

Solid advice. The difference between sounding good and just sounding is getting the most intricate details right, which takes years and years of thorough refinement. The only way to stick to that process is if you're learning something you're crazy about. If it wasn't for that, I for one would have never been able to.

[@MotownGuitarJoe]

Excellent. I would just add that the initial pursuit of excellence in playing SONGS your love will very often expand into a love for the INSTRUMENT itself. This in turn will make the "academic stuff" much more tolerable, even enjoyable.

[@71sephiroth]

THIS is the way! I'm self-taught too and I've learned it the hard way, because I was overwhelmed, as any novice is, with ton of material. One day I figured out that I don't like the sound of excercises and that playing guitar became a chore to me. Just list the songs, licks, parts of the song that you would like to play and practise that. You don't even have to stick to one particular thing on the list. I've wanted to play famous Star Wars Cantina song, intro of Spain by Chick Corea, some licks from Zakk Wylde, some parts of the electronic music I like, music from Final Fantasy etc. and gradually I've started enjoying music and got exponentialy better than seeing people who think that they must learn this or that. Not that I'm saying that all those things are unecesssry! Everything has it's place. At this part of life I can pretty much learn by ear anything I like, but I also want to learn music thoery behind all of that since I see that is a major drawback whilst playing with other musicians. One of the things that helped me immensely and would be a great boost at the start is focusing on picking mechanics that I've learned from Troy Grady's "Cracking the Code" videos. They are free on KZbin!

[@MariusVerbavicius]

@@DrsJacksonn it takes just days to have fun, no years needed. Enjoy!

[@mannyvallarino]

Tomo-san: Thank you so much for answering my question in such a thoughtful, genuine, and helpful way. Your video made my day, and I know it will have a permanent, positive influence on my guitar-playing. I will be sure to check out your Guitar Wisdom, and I hope to someday have the opportunity to meet you for an in-person lesson. Have a great weekend! Manny

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You are very welcome! So great to have your clear & respect & polite & detail... questions! I am so happy to hear that. You had "pain" problem between your guitar & yourself so I just wanted to make all good direction. So video lesson is really can make clear point. I think you already helped a lot of people from your email. Maybe I will see you in Miami!

[@ButtmanRises]

My man

[@Sailor_Man_Music]

Yes your question helped me a lot thank you.

[@mannyvallarino]

@@kalkidasofficial Jajajajaja la chancleta siempre está; por suerte no me tocó tanta. Have a great one!

[@mannyvallarino]

@@TomoFujitaMusic You're the best, Tomo-san! I'm glad others have found your video useful, and I do hope we can meet someday. Take care.

[@HigherPlanes]

Tomo is not only a great guitar teacher but a humble philosopher as well. ""If you become a nice person, everyone else becomes nicer. Be nice to yourself. Don't worry." -Tomo

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@HigherPlanes]

@@TomoFujitaMusic You're welcome, Tomo. I meant it with sincerity. Everyone should practice being nicer to themselves!

[@nomandad2000]

Great advice. To answer your challenge to add to comments... For new people, what can be helpful when starting out: -learn all the chord shapes. Especially the ones in first position. Learn to move between them fluidly and easily. -learn simple songs. Play them every time you practice until they sound nice and clean -practice in a musical fashion. Don’t just play boring scales over and over. Make them sound musical. Mess with the timing and phrasing. -focus on rhythm guitar at first. 90% of what you do on guitar is rhythm. Learn to solo later. -play either with other people, or with jam tracks. Get good at playing not just by yourself, but with others. -keep your guitar handy, easy to reach. A guitar put away in its case just adds one more hurdle to overcome between you and your practice. Have it sitting on standby. Even 5 minutes a day of practice adds up quickly. -listen to music a lot. All styles and forms. Inspiration can come from anywhere. That’s my 2 cents...

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing! Helping others so good!

[@wyattearpp9540]

My guitars hang on my wall. They don't go in a case until I mobilize to jam elsewhere. Over the years, looking at it hanging on the wall caused anxiety if I didn't grab it, even for 5 minutes. My early teens jazz partner encouraged me to practice in front of a mirror. In time, memorized fretboard by touch/feel with eyes closed. Learned to play chords in as many different positions I could find. Took Piano 101 in local Junior College...increased my overall music knowledge exponentially. Play with looper/backing track as much as possible. Listen to as many different genre's as I can tolerate...😁

[@thomasnorth3005]

solid

[@learnandearn4127]

Best 2 cents on guitar i seen... Thank you for your time to comment here 🤎

[@davidmgill]

Just for the avoidance of doubt: we all appreciate you Tomo. Thanks Legend! 🙏

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks so much!!

[@davidmgill]

@@TomoFujitaMusic no, thank you - you’ve taught me so much. Your vids have hugely impacted my playing, and I’m just some random guy on the other side of the world (Melbourne, Australia). There must be tens of thousands like me across the globe.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

@@davidmgill So great to hear that. Thank you so much! More detail lessons are at my Guitar Wisdom site.

[@ohmwoodooshy]

Thank you

[@kevinking2468]

Much love Tomo

[@Prashantam242]

Thanks to that guy who wrote letter,many of us who learn from internet might go into the wrong path due to wrong practice and you're the best teacher for us to teach correctly and effectively,thank you so much Tomo!:-)

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

There are so many choices so it can go wrong (more than 50%) Thank you!

[@dizzydad4708]

It amazes me how generous you and a few other guitar instructors on KZbin are with your knowledge and more importantly your time. If the rest of society could follow your lead, imagine how much happier we could all be. Thank you!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So great to hear that! I am so lucky to know all my fellow guitar teachers on KZbin! I forget to mention Rhutt Shull, Mary Spender (my zoom student!) and Guthrie Trapp .. Thank you so much!!b

[@dizzydad4708]

@@TomoFujitaMusic Absolutely! Every one you mention are just terrific examples. The biggest mistake I have made on guitar, thus far, is falsely believing I knew enough, but music isn't like that and neither is life. It feels silly to say and think this, but KZbin has seriously helped me change my mindset. Thank you to you and many others for pointing towards doors that need to be opened.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

@@dizzydad4708 Great to hear! Thank you!!

[@stanphillips7277]

Imagine that right? It would be people taking care of each other I'm sure, beautiful sentiment!☮️🎸🎶❤️🙏

[@igotjuicehoe5193]

@@TomoFujitaMusic The great Mr Tomo, you’re the best teacher. Please check out Rick Stickney of tasty guitar, he’s amazing and I believe he fulfills the soul, funk and rnb niche that’s lacking in KZbin.

[@whiggy]

If Mr. Fujita dancing to Tequila (9:00) does not bring joy to your heart nothing will! Thank you Mr. Fujita for sharing your life philosophy and your guitar wisdom :-)

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

My pleasure! Thanks so much for subscribing my Guitar Wisdom.

[@jockob1671]

@@TomoFujitaMusic Great video Tomo, but I feel compelled to correct you. It was Pee Wee Herman, not Mr Bean that danced to Tequila.

[@yangtzu2848]

This lesson is worth a lot money.. Thanks for having tomo Fujita in the guitar world

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@Sailor_Man_Music]

Right!!!!!

[@benallmark9671]

This just shows me you’re a good person Tomo , not that I already didn’t know that but this just proves it.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@Xalnri_Edmond]

It's amazing to see tomo still comment on this video years after it's release! It just shows how truly caring he is to his fans! Keep it up!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you! I am so thankful!

[@ShikharArora]

i think making other musician friends is also an important part of being self taught because that will be one of the best sources of learning, also mr. Tomo if you read this then you can pin your comment so everyone can see that when they read the comments

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!!

[@master199irera8]

I appreciate that is the truth many for us like to do and to learn music alone but that help our purpose like musicians

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

@@master199irera8 You're welcome! Thank you!

[@nscollay]

After teaching myself for many years, I thought I was pretty good -- mainly because I could learn the songs I liked by ear. But after finding Tomo and subscribing to Guitar Wisdom, I realised I was just imitating music and I wasn't really improving for many years. Now after a few months following Tomo's lessons - triads, metronome on 2 and 4, root 3rd 7th - I can slowly (don't expect too fast!) feel my sense of harmony, melody and time improve and I feel more like a musician every day. Thanks Tomo!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing your experience. So great to see that you found the right path! Thanks so much for subscribing my Guitar Wisdom.

[@jbellflower83]

Yeah, kind of feeling like I'm in a similar spot in my journey. I've tried to teach myself what I can from You Tube and I'm certainly better than I was when I started but there's still so much I don't understand and want to know. The one bad thing about not having an experienced player there to help you is you can't ask him questions or make sure your using proper technique. The best I've been able to do is just really watch guys when they play and try to mimic what they're doing as much as possible. There really isn't a road map to learning. I just started with chords and scales and learning songs.

[@_Yep_Yep_]

Posture. Strap. Fingering and picking exercises-horizontally. Triads. Root 3rd 7 swing. Shuffle! Thanks, Fujita Sensei!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

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

[@soundlyadam]

“Number comes up here like Paul Davids...” “Dancing...” hahahaha. Great advice and humor. Thanks Tomo!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it Thank you! I like to improvise like JAZZ!

[@williamgregory1848]

I started guitar when I was 18 but I only took 4 months of lessons and I quit playing guitar for 5 years. I’m now 23 and I’ve just gotten back to guitar 6 months ago and have been taking lessons every week and I’ve been showing incredible progress since then. But I wouldn’t have done so without having a teacher guide me throughout this journey. Teaching yourself guitar is possible (if you think it’s best for you) but if you really want to be a great player, I highly recommend anyone who has the time and resources to find a good guitar teacher who can help you.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you for sharing! Very important to learn guitar in proper way possible! Anybody can be a teacher! That's why it's very important to audition your teacher (looking carefully to choose). Thank you!

[@IWantToStayAtYourHouse]

Hey man, I'm also 23. tried learning guitar when I was 20 but life got busy and didn;'t have time or motivation at the time. Now I'm at a crossroad in life where I want to pick up guitar again. Do you have any tips so that this time I can stay consistent with my learning?

[@paulwally9007]

'So Do Mi' -Now that's an exercise I can get behind!

[@twobbles8371]

Giggidy

[@ludovicthevenet6768]

The first time he said it i was like, wait, i'm pretty sure that's not guitar triad exercice.

[@craigbachman5765]

This lesson will help me move some of what I learned at Berklee many years ago from my mind to my fingers. I was an arranging/composition major who played the drums. I only made it for 2 years. Mastering this lesson will bring a huge improvement to my guitar playing. Thank you Mr Fujita. You have a very generous heart.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So happy to hear that! Thank you so much! You're very welcome! I Wish All My Students Knew THESE Before They Came To Berklee kzbin.info/www/bejne/rp21qmqNrL-abcU

[@leochang5284]

Guitar make us become better people. Thanks again.Gonna practice more and more.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

That's it! We need to appreciate the wood & the strings!!

[@leochang5284]

@@TomoFujitaMusic talking about the wood. Recently I found and played a Japanese handmade guitar called [T's guitar] .Hope you can make a video to talk about how you choose, pick a guitar or you collection. Once again, thanks for reply me !!!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

@@leochang5284 Thank you! Great suggestion!

[@user-mz2sj6cs7h]

A deep appreciation from the bottom of my heart. 49 years old a beginner guitarist from Korea.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks so much from Boston!! You are very young!!

[@user-mz2sj6cs7h]

@@TomoFujitaMusic Thank you Professor.

[@alexissixela6914]

Dear Mr. Fujita I just wanted to spend a little bit of my hard earned free time to tell you Thank you for being a undeniably authentic caring teacher. Your love of guitar evident and unwavering. If one day you find yourself in need of a subject for a video, might I suggest you discuss your guitar teacher(s) from your own journey. Hope this comment finds you well. Blessed.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! Thanks for sharing.

[@reverendray1]

Came for the guitar wisdom, stayed for the philosophy. Thank you Tomo for giving knowledge freely and being a Sensei! 🕊❤️

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@analogblues9606]

Hi Tomo! I appreciate you promoting respect and gratitude to the young generation of guitar players. It’s becoming a lost practice over time. As a 65 year old guitar player since I was 8 years old I’ve seen this dying practice and would like to commend you on this. The world would be a better place with more respect to each other no matter how old you are. Please continue to spread Peace and Love! Thank you! ❤️🎸🙏🏻

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@thesaintnoodle]

I'm interested to hear where your beliefs of the guitar becoming a lost practice comes from.

[@grassgeese3916]

I think the original commenter was describing a change in the culture surrounding music. Though personally, I think that the culture of musicians is changing in ways that reflect their respective societies. The same is true of artists of all culture, genre, or craft, we just can't help it! No matter what we are still part of our larger society's cultures.

[@imaginelosing7067]

@@thesaintnoodle yea I was gonna say I'm seeing more guitar players than ever. And I'm also seeing so many young players almost virtuosic including myself tbh

[@sarthakuniyal]

You inspire and motivate. Thank you for all the knowledge and wisdom you keep sharing so generously. 🙏

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You are so welcome

[@GroundbreakGames]

I always learn more than just guitar when I watch your vids. I appreciate that you do this.

[@ohiofishingextreme2320]

Tomo the world needs more wonderful people like you thank you.

[@kennytamburro317]

Great video as always ! I am 73 years old and have been playing guitar since 1963 . Before there were electronic tuners , light gauge strings , internet , or color TV . I played in Rock and Blues bands thru my teenage and adult years until I retired , still play every day . I just want to thank you for all the advice and instructions that you give young people . I was raised on a farm in the country , I wish I would have had someone like you to give me some advice . Believe it or not I learned most of my advanced stuff during the Viet Nam war , where I had a chance to play with some great players , as a sailor . I even sat in with local bands in Japan , Hong Kong , and all over the states while in the service . Love your videos , and appreciate all your hard work . God bless the circle of 5ths !

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing. Thank you so much!

[@andocobo]

I love that tomo has like this spiritual approach to guitar, growing as a person through guitar

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@MrLiamHenderson]

Excellent advice. I am self taught. I have played for 20 years on and off. I have only recently learned and understood the modal system. I will take your suggestion and focus on the triad positions. Thanks for your excellent videos, sir! Love from the UK

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! Thank you for sharing! You can join my Guitar Wisdom for detail lessons. You're very welcome!

[@loabilooly]

Im a middle aged female started learn guitar with Utube videos recently. Wasn't really sure where to start. Learned some chords..some strumming...some sclaes..etc. but still not fluent with these things.. wnated to learn play guitar since teenager. I bought a guitar age of 40 ( 3yrs ago) searched many videos..followed some fews..i play guitar at my free time abt 1 hour but not daily.. watched so many many videos ... No one has ever explained to do these step by step in any of those video ever. So i found this very helpful with all the respect of other Utubers. I have a special request. What you have explained im this video. Cud u plz upload all the parts in step by step in another video like easy lesso tutorial. I kw you are a very busy person as you hv explained earlier. And thnx to the emailer too. Im from Maldives. And im very very impressed and inspired with this video and started following you today. Thank you

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you for sharing! Good job! KZbin is entertainment so not so great for learning seriously. But these videos are useful. I made these as supplement lesson videos for my own subscribers (Guitar Wisdom) 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 Beginner Song Writing Chords That Inspire you to practice kzbin.info/www/bejne/ol62lmlpqt-iidk Intermediate Songwriter Chords That Inspire you to practice kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGebnY18aZykh7M Advanced Songwriter Chords That Inspire you to practice kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3K1qoyve7V2ftk Pro Songwriter Chords That Inspire you to practice kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIusepmmgaiGbtU

[@marksr12]

Your kindness and generosity know no boundaries! Thank you, Tomo!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

My pleasure! Thank you!

[@CuriousMotor]

Superb lesson! I will follow every single piece of advice you've given. I'm joining guitar wisdom today and am super excited to see where I can get to in 6 months from now!!!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you! My Guitar Wisdom is waiting for you!

[@thedonrizzguitar]

Thank you for your invaluable knowledge! We all appreciate everything you do 🙏🏼

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome! So nice to hear that!

[@gmee123]

This video was GREATLY appreciated!!! Thank you so much for taking the time to discuss these tips in detail!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You are so welcome!

[@bulletsforteeth5029]

I'm teaching my nephew via long distance. The most important thing is to keep it fun, because if you're not having fun, you're doing it wrong. So I started him off simple power chords and a multi-fx pedal with a drum machine built in. For a kid, its a great way to get started and most importantly have fun with. Then you pick up other things as you go, like more advanced chords and scales.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing. Yes, fun and positive!

[@prazolbista]

You know I've been watching a lot of youtube tutorials for decades now but I really love yours the most. It's like I don't have to rush or feel like I will fall behind the lesson. You always teach from scratch making sure the viewers get the best out of it. You also are very kind and humble personality. You spend your valuable time to reply to our comments. I've utter respect for you. I never got to attend music school or any music classes ever but watching your videos and trying to learn something is always worthy for me. Thank you so much ))

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So great to hear that. You made my say! Thanks so much!!

[@donakahorse]

Thank you for taking the time to do these videos. I've been playing for quite a while and I learn something from you nearly every time I watch one of your videos. Many thanks

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Great to hear that! Thank you!

[@guitardog]

Always great advice, Tomosan! It’s a pleasure to hear your sincere dedication to help others, not just to refine their craft, but also to be a well-rounded person. A true professor! 🎸

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

My pleasure! Thank you so much! Respect & helps others must!

[@thisissourya]

You have always been my favourite teacher on this platform. Thanks for everything you do for guitar learners like us, Sensei.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So great to hear that. Thank you!

[@Samhoneyfield]

Tomo, I think I speak for all of us when I say: thank you for your generosity with your knowledge. I have learnt so much from you and continue to be inspired when I watch your videos! You are a gift to the musical community!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You are very welcome

[@RaunaqSahu]

This is pure gold. Thanks for sharing your wisdom Mr. Fujita!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

[@Gr8FriknApe]

Thank you, Tomo San. Thank you for sharing your wisdom. I am a beginning, self-taught piano player of 2.5 years and just bought my first acoustic guitar 8 weeks ago and my first electric guitar 2 weeks ago. Once I learned how to read music, I was and I am like a wide-eyed child in a candy shop. I love to learn new songs every week and play music from sheet music that I've acquired over the past two years. I, finally, have some calluses on my fingers and can now chord without too much pain and distortion. I am learning to understand music theory and it's starting to make some sense. You give me the inspiration to continue my musical journey. I am in the winter of my years but I am TOTALLY enjoying the final voyage. Keep up the good work.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome! My pleasure! Thank you for sharing! Good job! So happy to hear that! Thank you so much! I Wish All My Students Knew THESE Before They Came To Berklee kzbin.info/www/bejne/rp21qmqNrL-abcU Unstuck Your Visual Shape Guitar Playing from KZbin! (Basic Theory On One String Approach) kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGObhGelrKp0oJY

[@dashcamcalifornia5003]

Thank you, Tomo. You've been my favorite online guitar. Your mottos don't worry, don't compare, don't expect too fast, and be kind to yourself, have been a constant reminder for me on my journey of guitar playing. Really appreciate you making so much free content for beginners like me to advance. Hope you are well!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome! You got my word of wisdom! Thank you!

[@tislota_f]

thank you so much for this tomo!! i’ve been playing for 14years without instruction and this is exact the type of guidance i’ve been looking for!!! truly grateful you shared this with us all ❤️

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're so welcome!

[@danielcastillo7572]

This is pure gold Mr. Fujita. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SuperSaber9]

I have great respect and reverence for you Fujita sensei! Thank you for making this video that helps all of us!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Andrea_Manconi]

Thank you Tomo, I always put your tips in my foundations as I study

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome! Thank you!

[@anthoniegonzalez]

You are so kind and generous for taking your time to share with us more intermediate guitarist, thank you Tomo :)

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

My pleasure!

[@GWShark1]

Arigato Sensei! we really appreciate you take your time to share your knowledge with us, we can't thank you enough for being such a great teacher and a nicer person.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

My pleasure! Thank you!

[@arentakaishi710]

We need more people like you in this world and in this industry, Tomo. I appreciate you and your lessons a lot!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@juanhurtado4248]

You are so great Tomo. An authentic gentelman. All self-taught should pay attention to your videos, always educational and above all respectful for us. Eternal thanks, or as we usually say in Argentina: Total Thanks

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! You would really enjoy my Guitar Wisdom!

[@eduardogoncalves4635]

Probably one of the most important videos I've watched in a long time on KZbin!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So great to hear that. Thank you!

[@Ned-ke3ui]

The best guitar lesson/advice I’ve watched on KZbin in years Thank you Tomo👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

My pleasure! Thank you!

[@arthurbristol1611]

I absolutely love that you give top importance to posture. Number one. I've been playing guitar for 51 years, and I still have to remind myself. The discipline of playing Baroque music with a footstool forced me to have good posture on nylon strings, but I tend to be too casual about posture on rock, blues and jazz. Your emphasis on this is a terrific influence. Demanding a free floating instrument with ease of motion in the arms and hands (with the guitar anchored securely) is exactly what I needed to hear this morning. Thank you, Sir.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you for sharing! Something is very important and it's so easy to forget or ignore it.

[@ernovas11]

There is no better teacher like you Tomo! You are teaching from your heart,and that's s very big difference between you and those many many who call them self's s teacher! Your love for the guitar and music makes me love music even more! You are a treasure to the music world!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Wow, thank you!

[@Branjan]

Thank you, Mr.Tomo Fujita. You are an incredible teacher and musician. You surpass the name of "guitar teacher". I mean, I learned a lot from this video not only the guitar mindset but a lot of life wisdom. Thank you so much!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@philfyphil]

What a wonderful man you are Tomo and love the sentiment at the end.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you!

[@algomez04]

What an amazing video. Your statement of making everyone nicer and nice people making the world a better place and humbling…wow. I needed this video today and I thank you 🙏🏼

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@garyburson1299]

This was an excellent tutorial. I am a self taught guitarist. For several years I have only occasionally picked up the guitar. I have been senior aged for several years now. I have recently started playing again to counter the arthritis in my hands. I have to limit myself as to how much and how long I play until I build the strength up in my hands. I will use these 7 steps as I begin my journey of reacquainting myself with the guitar. Thank you for sharing.

[@JenniferCamche]

I smiled when you said you only sit on the edge of your seat. :) My first instrument was classical piano, and we never sat back on our seat, you have far better stability and posture when some of the energy is towards your feet. That learning translated into all of the other instruments that I played, and now I teach those things to my students. And I even teach it to my guitar students. I am happy that I am not the only one who thinks that way about posture. playing cello is the same, playing guitar...the same, and piano the same. posture posture posture. :) Thank You Tomo for making me a better teacher, I learn new ways to help students from watching your videos and having subscribed to guitar wisdom.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks for sharing from pianist view! That's awesome to hear that. I sit straight and I only 1/3 of my chair! This way I can groove my body. A lot of people may not notice.. but about having right Posture & Having a strap ... makes a huge difference on the result from hours of practicing! Thanks so much for subscribing my Guitar Wisdom. I started to hear more about some guitar teachers and their students are subscribing my Guitar Wisdom. I am very happy to hear that. Thank you!

[@DanJoy07]

Thank you for sharing your perspective, It reveals goodness in character and thoughtfulness; Respect and willingness to confront hardwork. I appreciate your preparedness to clearly communicate, and resultant analysis of the letter. You reveal good consideration of self and respect for others. This is my first experience with your video's, I'd not heard of you prior. But your handling of yourself, trying to open yourself up to help someone who indicates a sincerity to learn, and learn well, made me pause and consider. This brings me with new enthusiasm to listen and study what you portray, presenting your methods when teaching guitar and music. I hope to be a better student.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome! So great to hear that!

[@quailstudios]

Fantastic! This is very good material Tomo! Love it!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@darrellowe4208]

Guitar lessen outlines a guitar discipline. This is a fantastic way to start and to build on. I'll be back for more. This reminded me of my early beginnings at learning guitar. Thanks!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! You can join my Guitar Wisdom

[@bharatjeevan]

It's my first time listening to Mr. Tomo and what a dedicated individual he is. It was incredibly generous of him to offer these well thought out tips for every beginner guitarist out there. A real humbling experience.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@daveduffy2823]

Thank you🙏. You have helped me a lot to streamline my practice into the time I have available per day. Now it’s time to put out a video on those those dominant 7 inversions!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Good job!!

[@daviddunkin7454]

Very helpful Sensei Tomo as usual. Thank you so much for your humility and guidance.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching!

[@livekaos]

Dear Tomo, the best part is when you teach about education! This is probably the most important topic specifically when you need to address someone that you don’t know! Well done.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!!

[@Stowy]

I've been learning guitar by myself for 4 years, these tips definetly gonna be usefull ! Thanks a lot :)

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Great to hear!

[@kairiasa8227]

maybe he's not the best in language, but idk there's just something about him, he's got that... "Flow" that sort of energy where you can tell, someone's born to be a teacher, an experienced master Idk when it just comes to his specialty, there's this "flow" i feel in him. Everything just comes so natural, and everything's just, there! I can't explain it but i love it When he plays music, the music just flows

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you for sharing! Thank you so much!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

I love guitar so much & I love making people smile!

[@BoxerWayne54]

Best video/help I've seen in a long time.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So happy to hear that. Thank you!

[@Mega_Casual]

I'm so glad Manny wrote to you asking for help. Many of us suffer the same problems he has learning guitar. Thank you very much for this lesson to help so many of us struggling to get better. It seems that guitar is a life long endeavor to be real good at it. Thanks again!!!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Me too! You're very welcome! I have more detail lessons at my Guitar Wisdom site.

[@martinrosales7332]

All this information it's so useful for all of us that like to play guitar. No matter how much time we have playing. You're the best teacher. Thanks Master Tomo.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So great to hear that! Thank you!

[@jixxxxer17]

You give so much not one wasted word about anything, how refreshing to find these videos, and it's not just about the information you share but more about how much you care about the art and craft of teaching guitar. so refreshing. You even cared enough to talked about how to write a letter, no one does that lol so amazing Mr. Fujita ! I appreciate you. I do two of your picking exercises every day first thing in the morning , I found on another video of yours, and they have really helped my fingers get stronger. I mean what use is a pinky finger for if not for guitar lol Peace and Best Wishes !

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So great to hear that. Thank you!

[@jayroc9933]

I'm so glad I found your channel Tomo. I have already benefit greatly from watching and listening to you. You are a gifted teacher and I appreciate you.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So happy to hear that! Thank you so much!

[@_Yep_Yep_]

This was rad. Im coming back to see more stuff from Fujita Tomo after i get my guitar. Very humbled by the thoughtful presentation of this content, the density of the information presented, and the easy ability Tomo has to teach. Too much school may have melted my brain, but i think the instructor ability to instruct can help you land the plane or crash it.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks so much!

[@caroljung815]

Shin'ainaru Sensei Tomo, I so appreciate your insight on what is important to use in a practice to grow as a self-taught guitarist and how to grow as a musician. The body posture, the back thumb positioning, easy beginning practice runs, the triads, and common runs for different music genres. Domo Arigatogozaimasu. Carol

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much! Have you explored Guitar Wisdom? For a free lesson on Blues Turnarounds, please follow the link in my 8/23 newsletter: mailchi.mp/tfguitarwisdom/free-lesson. But don’t wait . . . the link to the lesson will expire on August 26!

[@sergioep93]

Thanks so much for this videos Mr Fujita, this advices are pure gold. Im really considering joining your classes 👌🏻

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Happy to hear that! Thank you! You will discover how to learn!

[@senseiruss]

Your advice, and how you explain it, is truly appreciated. I've been playing since the 1960's and have played professionally and now, just for the joy of playing (at home). No matter how experience one is, your 7 tips are a perfect way to keep the basics and foundation strong. Your tips on posture and using a strap (or not) are so important, but often overlooked. Your love of what you do and your generosity as a teacher are really easy for all to see. Thank you!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

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[@jameslester9819]

As always your lesson is spot on. Thank you so much for pointing out the importance of good posture as mine is awful.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You are so welcome!

[@derrick11]

I come for the guitar and stay for the wisdom. Thanks for these videos Tomo.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you!

[@BrunoSilva-pf3tx]

Incredible. After trying out all these things and routine specially the blues shuffle I had an incredible sense of rhythm and my improv session was better than ever

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@tjackson2402]

Professor Fijita, Thank you for sharing your knowledge. It's greatly appreciated!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@BrianMarto]

Yesterday I decided to check your Guitar Wisdom site, I have been at the guitar 3 years, being self-taught through You Tube , not knocking them, but there is loads of gaps, I said I needed to get back to the basics again scales modes etc, so I signed up, well that was around 4 pm BST time and around 9 pm I was off there was breaks but I really gravitated to the instruction, and being a person that was diagnosed with Adult ADD latter in my life visual instruction is important , but the funny part during his instructional videos he says pay attention I was cracking up, so Mr Fujita responding to your response on FB, I can clearly see your an experience teacher through your instructional videos, I am enjoying your Guitar Wisdom, thumbs up from me, if you don't mind I am sticking around, I am taking my time with the lessons, I really want the concepts and theory to sink in,

[@larrymannino444]

I'm only at the 12-minute mark, have applied strap and posture advice over the past couple of days, and already I'm a much better guitarist! I didn't realize I was 'fighting myself' trying to both stabilize the guitar and fret properly - made a world of difference - thank you!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Good job! So happy to hear that! Don't work too hard!

[@larrymannino444]

@@TomoFujitaMusic Thank you. Curiously enough, I recently came across your channel and, after aimlessly (largely) noodling around KZbin for several years, was inspired by your advice to go 'back to the beginning to get the more foundational things straightened out. I just started in on the Justin Guitar course and app and find he's a terrific teacher - wanted more than just picking up random riffs, and would really like to understand this instrument from theory to (someday) jazz. Thanks again for being a catalyst and teacher - cheers!

[@Juli-ib3zp]

Thank you so much!!! I've played for 3 years and a half now, self taught. Definitely using these tips for future practice.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome!

[@chrisgeo1642]

I just discovered your channel and am so happy I did. The ease at which you explain and demonstrate is inspiring and coupled with your knowledge and experience makes for a rare and valuable resource. As a self taught player I have struggled greatly with my playing reaching plateaus and flattening out. I realized after just few minutes of watching that a big problem I have and that other self taught players have is attempting to move on without first truly mastering skills or techniques. I also struggle to find a useful practice routine. Thank you so much for your content.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So happy to hear that. Thank you so much! Foundation is so important! This can apply to everything!

[@vapingamers]

I literally just accidentally came across your video. This is amazing info and honestly, even though I have been playing for years (self taught) I am going to learn some of these techniques to help me get better as a player. I am sure this old dog can learn a few tricks. Thank you so much for putting your immense knowledge online were we can all glean some nuggets of wisdom and learn from an amazing player such as yourself. Thank you!!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad it was helpful! You're welcome!

[@tissuepaper9962]

Tomo's "Letter-writing Wisdom", coming soon. One fun thing to do with exercises like these is to play around with time signatures. Take an exercise you normally do in 2/4 and adapt it to 3/4, take something you normally play in 4/4 and adapt it to 5/4 or 7/4. Great way to practice odd time signatures and feeling their pulses.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you!

[@MRxyz940]

No editing needed if your vIdeos come out perfect every single time. You are the man!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Maybe one of 10 videos, I make a little mistake in the beginning of video. Then I had to do start it over again. But like this... I am just teaching someone as if my student is in same room! That way, everything will be so natural. Thank you so much!

[@tomrabbani]

Thank you Tomo. you and the guitar are changing my life for the better.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So great to hear that! Thank you!

[@kiiza2886]

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[@TomoFujitaMusic]

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[@pbhushanbsb]

Mr Tomo you are truly a Sensei , not just a teacher. I've had "teachers" all my life, for the first time I feel I'm learning from a Sensei. The way you take your lessons beyond just guitar skills, is pure gold. You make the world worth living, and the guitar worth picking up 4 times a day. Arigato Sensei ..

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You are very welcome!!

[@ottogiancarlogentosierra644]

Awesome advice for lots of us! Being someone who wanted to go to Berklee but couldn’t afford it, it’s so cool to have the honor to watch someone who has molded the lives of so many players. Although I’m on my 30s now, I still have fun picking my guitar and playing along the songs I like and trying to push some techniques. Thanks again Tomo! Kudos!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

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[@tommyabernathy9880]

Right away my posture needs work. Thank you so much! Great video, fantastic tips. 🍻

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're welcome!

[@darthsensei3838]

This is why you’re my favorite teacher. I’ve been watching your videos for a loooong time. I really admire how you take the time to stop and do things like this video. I’ve been studying guitar in Boston for a long time and I wish that more musicians had your approach to TEACHING and music. Thank you for your thoughts!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You are so welcome! So nice to hear that. Thank you!!

[@stanphillips7277]

He's one of a kind huh? ☮️❤️🎸🎶🙏

[@brendonpayne4583]

Fully masterful lesson sir. There is much wisdom here for beginners as well as experienced players. I think that this is the first time I've seen a top-tier ìnstructer using anything other than an over priced "aspirational" instrument. It's one of the best ways to get the message home that the logo on the headstock has no influence on a guitar's quality, and it's up to the player to get it to sing.

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thank you!! Please join my Guitar Wisdom. I teach everything there! Only $9.99 a month subscription video lessons so all you have to do is skip one lunch a month!

[@redpolarbear4282]

Incredible video! Amazing how this instruction can help so many out there. I’m also from Miami, and also a self-taught guitarist wondering these very similar questions. Thank you

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@StefaniRd]

wow, almost half an hour of pure knowledge. thank you so much!

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

You're very welcome!

[@gangnamstylegrandpa6352]

Love your videos ! As always they are full of great ideas , good advice , and sincere direction . I started playing guitar in 1963 , at that time guitar teachers were more into teaching the basics and old standards . Rock - n - Roll was kind of looked down on by pros . I wound up teaching myself , and wearing out vinyl records . I only wish I had someone like you to guide me . At 73 years old , I still play every day , played hundreds of gigs in bars as a weekend semi-pro , while working a day job and raising a family . I just want to say Thank You for all the wonderful advice you are giving to young people !

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

So great to hear that. Awesome! You're welcome!

[@gangnamstylegrandpa6352]

@@TomoFujitaMusic , Peace Brother !

[@adaptercrash]

Classical guitar is actually easier, five finger discount.