Thanks Tomo…over the past three years and at the age of 67 I have made an extreme makeover of my guitar skills due to your inspiration and instruction. The “rut” I was in for 5 decades is officially blown up and I am on an exciting learning journey with the instrument but also growing as a person. Your guitar wisdom also comes with life wisdom.
"don't expect too much too fast -- be kind to yourself" this helps me a lot right now.All the work I have to do feels discouraging. But I am going to do it. I will keep going. thanks tomo.
This was what I needed to hear- I'm a student and starting a new career at 40 years old. I am trying to be positive and keep progressing! Thank you for your supportive words.
Thank you Tomo, at 60 I’ve had my share of struggles. My wife is my best friend and it’s nice to here another man who feels the same way about his wife as I feel about mine. Gratitude and humility don’t ever lose that.
One day your story will be a movie thank you i can relate my grandfather came to US from Fukuoka Ken at 14 he would say like “some things hard nothing to do but do”
Thanks for this video. I got robbed and still have my guitar and amp. Ready to go out and do some deliveries for Amazon and get this money. Thanks for that Tomo 🙏🏼
I've been a drummer for 25 years now. Church gigs mostly but I'm comfortable with many styles of music. For Lent I decided to finally dedicate to learning how to play guitar and your videos have helped tremendously. It's kind of fun because it's a completely foreign instrument and I have no natural affinity for it, which I can't say the same for when I took up drumset. I'm trying to stay optimistic and dedicated despite how hard it is. The thought of being able to just navigate around the instrument at the pace of what I might consider an intermediate almost made me tear up, but I know I'll get there if I keep at it and practice and stay positive like you said 😊
super inspiring story tumo! i've been feeling super out of it for the past 3 maybe 5 years at this point, i don't exactly where i am at right now and what i want to do, i've been kicked out of my own room to my grandparents house earlier this year and even then i don't feel like i belong anywhere, and i have so little money to go anywhere else but here right now, all i have is music to be honest, thats the only that keeps me going, even if i don't have alot for more gear to make my sound more diverse We can only rise from the bottom, in the deepest parts of the darkest times of our lives, to actually feel something that makes you feel acomplished, and i have hope for the next couple years to be better than the last few
Thanks for sharing. I did it! So anyone can do this... but a few of my friends were true heroes on this matter. I am still so thankful. As long as the Sun goes up then everything is fine. You can fix the rest.
Based on my own background, I constantly told my children that they would be surprised what they were capable of doing when they didn't have a choice. I'm glad you've persevered in your own journey and are able to be a positive musical and life encourager to so many people.
Thanks for sharing. Many possibilities if someone encourage them (but has to be outside of family so kids can really believed! Actually my mom did this trick on me! (planned with my high-school teacher!) I hope I can encourage more people! So many beautiful souls are there!
Tomo, you're a joy to all of us who share the path of music and the journey it takes us on. As my father used to say, long before I truly understood it, "it's not what happens to you, it's what you do about it" Thanks for everything and keep up the excellent work!
Love Tomo talk show, Definitely! Yes, when we hit the bottom, we need to work hard to make ourselves strong enough, Because we have a dream, we can do it, and we can get there. We can't give up hope, We can't give up on ourselves. Cherish what we have, friends, health, love, and at least the guitar...It's hope. Thanks for your story sir, You are the best, and more blessings to you.
Tomo, I'm a software engineer but I love playing the guitar and these last couple of years you have really helped me better understand the instrument. You are a blessing 🙏
Tomo... I know your stuggles were even harder than you describe here. This was very inspirational. I'm so greatful to have met you and spent some time in England with you. You're an incredible human being. Thanks for the lift up.
@@TomoFujitaMusic - I try hard... But I also try to fight for those without a voice.. If I can make other peoples lives better, I should. Your video did that for me today!
Nice story! Life is choices some can be affected others not which are not caused by you. This is fundamental for all human lives. All we can do is our best. It is enough sometimes not.
This video made my whole day. You truly are so so incredible. I thought I was hard until I heard your story 😂. Man they don’t make people like you any more. So inspiring. Gonna save this video!
Congratulations Tomo, this is truly a zero to hero story! Your advice is amazing and heartfelt, you have powers that not many other people have and that is to be able to always look on the positive side.
I swear I had a nightmare today about my guitar playing. That I recorded an awful solo on the Fantastic solo album of a famous artist. Still felt down while going to my work (this nightmare felt so real) and then reminded what would Tomo say : Be kind to yourself, do not compare :) Thank you Tomo 🙏
Simple! Make it better. You want to appreciate that solo so that you can improve! In order to improve or achieve next level... not comfortable to go through. That's why only handful people are successful! Please remember those words!
@@TomoFujitaMusic thank God it Turned out to be only a nightmare when I woke up. But I will appreciate all the bad things on thw way. Thank you Maestro
I also came to the US to study music, and faced some challenging times, though not as tough as you. One of the little memories that comes to me is that at one point I had to sell my iPod at a pawn shop, because I was running out of money. But, I never totally ran out, and some kind and generous people helped me along the way. Also did food service jobs like you. Thank you for persevering, so that now you can be here to share your gifts with us all!
Thank you for sharing! you had some great hard times. These are great hard times that could help you later. Good job! You're very welcome! My pleasure!
Thank you for all of you,r insight, I am so glad that you made it and are living you,r dream, God Bless You and all of you,rs Happy Holidays, See you soon.
Pure Philosophy Of Life...Could I want To Be Your Friend At The Ages...But Is Signed In Your Destiny You Have To PLAY GUITAR And That Was The Energy To Move You On...And You're An Amazing Player and Teacher...And If Someday I Got The Money I Will Study At Berkeley Lol
Well that was a great story of your early beginning. A short story if I May regarding guitar. It’s very hard to be self taught. All the utubers and instruction people out there can make learning even more difficult. I’ve been at it for 8 years and it feels like 2 to 4 years. Always looking for good content, fun, to progress to higher levels. Practicing 2 plus hours a day. A lot of repetition helps to memorize. Maybe because I’m 67 years old now. I played clarinet back in school and in my teen years the drums. Marriage and kids caused me to stop all music. But a good friend bought me a guitar and amp. So I’m thankful for him getting me back in music. Well keep up the good work Mr Tomo. That’s the short story of Mike.
Thank you for sharing! UA-cam is more entertainment and not educational. I teach more educational contents on my Guitar Wisdom. No memorization! 2 hours! So great! A lot of things you can do! Limitation is very important too! Some exercise should be only 5-10 minutes maximum. You're very welcome! Thank you so much!
Tomo thank you for such an open and touching story, I know you’re struggles continued in your adult life but it seems you have overcome these obstacles. You are kind, decent, and truly an inspiration!!! Thank you for all that you do for us subscribers!
It’s sink or swim and you had the drive and the willingness to swim and to keep swimming. You are an inspiration to us all. I aspire to have some of the guitar skills you have and if I only have 1 guitar and my family, I’m rich even though I’m poor
mr.fujita, you're living the REAL American dream. Thank you for everything you have done. I know I speak for everyone when I say we love you and are glad to have you as a teacher.
Thank you so much! I had my own version of American dream since I was 14-15.... Dream has freedom. Everyone can do what I do if someone has a strong commitment & super patience.
Loved your story! Every day you look back and remember where you came from and where you have been and where it has brought you to today! You have worked hard and continue to work hard, and you deserve everything that you have! Stay true to yourself! Congratulations on everything that you have accomplished! Hard times bring great days!! Rock on!
A fabulous early Christmas gift straight from your heart to all of us students. You brought to mind a saying from Gerald Michaelson's book "Sun Tzu for Success", where he wrote, "From deep within us, we need to avoid 'just fake it' and turn on the internal automatic pilot of 'just do it', the right way for the right reasons." Thank you, Tomo.
You are a beautiful soul. Thank you for sharing this inspiring story. Came at the right time for me. I enjoy your lessons very much. Peace and Blessings to you!
@@TomoFujitaMusic You are very welcome. BTW, I washed dishes in my college cafeteria. My classmates could see me in the kitchen. It was a disgusting job but I needed the money. I will never forget looking up to see them seeing me. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger :)
Just starting guitar at the ripe old age of 61, so thanks for the encouragement! Congrats on all your success; hard and persistent work will pay off, eventually.
@@TomoFujitaMusic Of course. Immigration policies must have changed since then. Nowadays foreign students on visas are prohibited to work outside campus and may get deported if caught
Thank you so much!! Are You Happy Now? ua-cam.com/video/xguGXvl_C1g/v-deo.html Did I fail as a musician? ua-cam.com/video/q5AM6X365b0/v-deo.html How To Stay Motivated? ua-cam.com/video/6I89SjmRgmY/v-deo.html My Influence ua-cam.com/video/WQkB5zWZ_co/v-deo.html When George Harrison was only 19 years old ua-cam.com/video/5LklK7nlFYU/v-deo.html I test all my students with Triad Test 3 Ways ua-cam.com/video/xk9sLGu_KB0/v-deo.html I lost my confidence ua-cam.com/video/zlBg0qoP248/v-deo.html 3 Levels of Guitar Playing - Which are you? ua-cam.com/video/BdjT908kjbQ/v-deo.html My Journey wasn’t easy ua-cam.com/video/jQQe9jVm1Po/v-deo.html My Journey wasn't easy, Part 2 ua-cam.com/video/H-mdRsLn0KA/v-deo.html
Dear Professor Fujita, in so many ways I had a similar life, as I left everything I had in Italy when I was young to live in UK with the English girl who became my wife (clearly that proved to be the right choice!). My English was very poor and I had no money. I worked and studied very hard, did well studying a degree in a different language, and found better and better jobs. Nowadays, people think that I’m fortunate because I live a comfortable life (and have several nice guitars). They don’t know that what they see is only the tip of the iceberg - all the hard work cannot be seen, as it lies under water. I guess that it is the same when people see a great guitarist playing, without an appreciation of the hours and hours that the guitarist spent to practice. In the end, just like you, all that matters to me is my family; if I had to lose everything else I’m not afraid, as I’ve already proved to myself that I can make it. Kind regards, Gaetano.
Thank you for sharing! Yes. Very similar. People only can see your surface. That's okay. Yes. Hardworking people will see that. As you know. nothing is easy to accomplish but people always expect something very fast! Thank you!
Thank you Mr.Fujita(Tomo san). I did not know your hard times. But your great passion lead to you today. (I’ve been playing Blues almost 46 years, and lost all guitars course of son’s money accident . But anytime music save me in hard times. I try to be a”level 2.5”guitarist until my end of life. Any way, today’s your story encourage me. Thank you Tomo san. (You are “level 4”player! ❇︎course of player and professor now.) 👏👍😎
Tomosan, this is the first time to talk to you. I appreciate your channel because whenever I check it, I learn something new from you. Currently, I am teaching English to high school kids here in Japan. In 2001, I played music at some open mic cafes and I'm still making music back in Japan. And you keep inspiring me whenever I feel discouraged or bored with my life. Thank you so much for your hard work and Have a great Christmas! Mar T, Sapporo
Your life so it's free to do whatever you wish... life is about how you feel... not just what it is... Please use more your imagination. (Free!) Once your imagination going.. no need TV! You can entertain yourself with music! Thanks for sharing. Great job! I only went Sapporo once. It was beautiful!
@@TomoFujitaMusic Thanks a lot for the kind reply with such a wisdom! I once went to Seattle with my students , maybe that's where you live, right? It's such a beautiful city! I also studied in Washington DC for a year in 2001, when I played music at some open mic cafes. Really looking forward to checking more of your channel. Thanks again. Yes, I'll try to use more imagination! Mar T
Tomo you are amazing, this is just what I needed as a college student. I feel like music is my only escape. You always bring a smile to my face and I know others feel the same way!
You are my inspiration. I want to be like you when I grow up. It must be so difficult to talk to a camera about these things. Videos like that move me so much. You are so much more than the greatest guitar and music teacher out there. One day Ill meet you.
@@TomoFujitaMusic Someone is attempting to scam people who follow your account and have responded to your video. They are saying that I won a prize and they are asking me to pay for shipping a high end Telecaster. Beware.
Thank you for this wonderful piece of human kindness. It comes to me just as i am forcing myself to turn a corner. You are a good and inspirational source of gentle power.
Thank you Tomo for the Friday Wisdom! Today during practice I thougth of this video when you said "never give up", totally true. A Hungarian proverb says " You can live without a horse but then why would you live?" I think this is totally true with guitar. Have a great weekend. (Also I'm looking forward to see in the next week's episode if the dehumidifier left on or not :)
You're welcome! I am trying to post my Tomo Talk Video on every Friday! Great one! We can expect too much too fast but why not? That's why I don't think to be number one or the best... I just want to be a little above the middle! This way I can keep going! Often I forget!
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I like your vibe Mr. Tomo! Just subscribed to your Guitar Wisdom program, looking forward to dig in! Mahalo
Thank you so much! So happy to hear that! Please enjoy!
Thanks Tomo…over the past three years and at the age of 67 I have made an extreme makeover of my guitar skills due to your inspiration and instruction. The “rut” I was in for 5 decades is officially blown up and I am on an exciting learning journey with the instrument but also growing as a person. Your guitar wisdom also comes with life wisdom.
Good job! So happy to hear that. As you know, never LATE! You need a solid foundation first! Thank you so much for your pure efforts & passion.
Agreed
You've encouraged me at nearly 62
"don't expect too much too fast -- be kind to yourself" this helps me a lot right now.All the work I have to do feels discouraging. But I am going to do it. I will keep going. thanks tomo.
Great to hear that. Those my Wisdom words are helping me consistently too! You're welcome!
I've been trying to make this my "theme" all day, every day.🙏
お恥ずかしながら、全て理解できませんが、トモ先生のギターに対する愛情、覚悟を感じました。アマチュアながら大好きなギターは自分にとっての最大のアイデンティティで、約30年前、今も大好きな石田長生さんが、ギターマガジンで、「ギターをぶら下げている限り自信を持って生きていける」と語っていたインタビューの切り抜きは、拠り所として今も大切に持っています。数年前、ライブを拝聴して感銘を受けていましが、ここ最近、トモ先生の動画からギター以外のことも含めて多くのことを学び、新たな拠り所となっています。憂いなくこんな風にギターを楽しめることの日常に感謝しています。トモ先生、ありがとうございます!
ありがとうございます。石田さんは、京都の拾特でライヴを見ました。シェアありがとうございます。ギターもっと楽しみましょう！
Tomo, you really aren't a guitar teacher, you're a Master Life Teacher. So impressed with all your video messages. GT
Thank you so much!
Sensei.
Great video. I'm 62 and I still have dreams and aspirations. Great advice to your listeners!
Thank you so much! Many things are possible to do. Easy to think a lot, very hard to do a little!
I have tears in my eyes. Thank you Mr.Fujita.
You're welcome!
Thank you for being so vulnerable Tomo. I super appreciate your kind heart and wise soul. Be well.
You're very welcome! Thank you!
Thank you 🙏
Sometimes Lord send massages and lights words like this video ♥️
You're very welcome! Thank you!
This was what I needed to hear- I'm a student and starting a new career at 40 years old. I am trying to be positive and keep progressing! Thank you for your supportive words.
So happy to hear that! Glad to be helpful! It's not easy but you can manage it! I think everything positive! You're very welcome!
Thank you Tomo, at 60 I’ve had my share of struggles. My wife is my best friend and it’s nice to here another man who feels the same way about his wife as I feel about mine. Gratitude and humility don’t ever lose that.
You're welcome! Thanks for sharing. I wish your best!
I hear you both...
Tomo-san, I am your student, you are my teacher. You are pure heart and soul!! You make me happy!!
Thank you so much! Guitar Wisdom! Happy place!
Guitar Wisdom... and LIFE Wisdom!! 🙏
Thank you so much!
Good friends are a great gift.
Thank you!
You've been a good mentor to me in your videos especially since I lost my father Mr Fujita. Thank you for always being encouraging and positive.
Thanks for sharing. You're welcome!
One day your story will be a movie thank you i can relate my grandfather came to US from Fukuoka Ken at 14 he would say like “some things hard nothing to do but do”
Thanks for sharing. Thank you! Yes! Keep pushing!
Thanks for this video. I got robbed and still have my guitar and amp. Ready to go out and do some deliveries for Amazon and get this money. Thanks for that Tomo 🙏🏼
damn dude, that sucks. But you have the right attitude, brother. good luck.
You're welcome! We all have hard times here and there. You will become stronger, wiser and all! Good job!
most of us been there, some made it , some of us still trying to , life is beautiful , Happy Holydays ...!!
Thanks for watching! Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas!
I've been a drummer for 25 years now. Church gigs mostly but I'm comfortable with many styles of music. For Lent I decided to finally dedicate to learning how to play guitar and your videos have helped tremendously. It's kind of fun because it's a completely foreign instrument and I have no natural affinity for it, which I can't say the same for when I took up drumset. I'm trying to stay optimistic and dedicated despite how hard it is. The thought of being able to just navigate around the instrument at the pace of what I might consider an intermediate almost made me tear up, but I know I'll get there if I keep at it and practice and stay positive like you said 😊
Thank you for sharing! So happy to hear that! Glad to be helpful! Thank you!
I Wish All My Students Knew THESE Before They Came To Berklee
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A thought that helped me was "think of strumming as your drum beat". Listen to a song and tap your fingers on the guitar to the beat, now strum it.
super inspiring story tumo! i've been feeling super out of it for the past 3 maybe 5 years at this point, i don't exactly where i am at right now and what i want to do, i've been kicked out of my own room to my grandparents house earlier this year and even then i don't feel like i belong anywhere, and i have so little money to go anywhere else but here right now, all i have is music to be honest, thats the only that keeps me going, even if i don't have alot for more gear to make my sound more diverse
We can only rise from the bottom, in the deepest parts of the darkest times of our lives, to actually feel something that makes you feel acomplished, and i have hope for the next couple years to be better than the last few
Thanks for sharing. I did it! So anyone can do this... but a few of my friends were true heroes on this matter. I am still so thankful. As long as the Sun goes up then everything is fine. You can fix the rest.
I was cooking dinner and watching. Very inspiring story. Thanks for sharing 🙏🏼
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!
@@TomoFujitaMusic Welcome Sir :)
Based on my own background, I constantly told my children that they would be surprised what they were capable of doing when they didn't have a choice. I'm glad you've persevered in your own journey and are able to be a positive musical and life encourager to so many people.
Thanks for sharing. Many possibilities if someone encourage them (but has to be outside of family so kids can really believed! Actually my mom did this trick on me! (planned with my high-school teacher!) I hope I can encourage more people! So many beautiful souls are there!
Tomo, you're a joy to all of us who share the path of music and the journey it takes us on. As my father used to say, long before I truly understood it, "it's not what happens to you, it's what you do about it" Thanks for everything and keep up the excellent work!
Awesome! Thank you so much!
In a harsh and unforgiving world, to find kindness and act kindly is the greatest gift. May it continue to strengthen and comfort you.
Many hard times. Life is struggle many cases. Thank you so much!
Interesting that u lost everything but somehow u kept what u love.
You came to the US 1 month off from when I was born.
I'm 36 now. :)
November 1986!
Thanks for sharing.
Love Tomo talk show, Definitely! Yes, when we hit the bottom, we need to work hard to make ourselves strong enough, Because we have a dream, we can do it, and we can get there. We can't give up hope, We can't give up on ourselves. Cherish what we have, friends, health, love, and at least the guitar...It's hope. Thanks for your story sir, You are the best, and more blessings to you.
So happy to hear that. Yes! Be thankful what you already have!
Tomo, I'm a software engineer but I love playing the guitar and these last couple of years you have really helped me better understand the instrument. You are a blessing 🙏
So happy to hear that! Guitar is an amazing therapist! Thank you!
Tomo... I know your stuggles were even harder than you describe here. This was very inspirational. I'm so greatful to have met you and spent some time in England with you. You're an incredible human being. Thanks for the lift up.
Thank you so much! Many others are having much harder time than mine. Likewise!
@@TomoFujitaMusic we all have our struggles. But we need to press forward regardless. 😊
@@MarleyWigston Yes. We are humans so we are not perfect! Be positive no matter what!
@@TomoFujitaMusic - I try hard... But I also try to fight for those without a voice.. If I can make other peoples lives better, I should. Your video did that for me today!
17:00 Never ever give up your hope and dreams. Thank you Tomo!
You're very welcome! Thank you!
難しい局面でもトモさんはいい友達との出会いが助けてくれたんですね、それもトモさんのお人柄だと思いますよ。
人間は、一人では生きていけないです。友達に感謝です！ありがとうございます！
Jazzing in the kitchen😂😂😂 I imagine you learned some Portuguese in that job too. Thank you for sharing your story.
Thank you!
Nice story! Life is choices some can be affected others not which are not caused by you. This is fundamental for all human lives. All we can do is our best. It is enough sometimes not.
Thanks for sharing. Thank you so much!
Tomo sensei, thank you for your life and guitar wisdom. Greetings from Brasil!
My pleasure! Thank you so much!
This video made my whole day. You truly are so so incredible. I thought I was hard until I heard your story 😂. Man they don’t make people like you any more. So inspiring. Gonna save this video!
That’s awesome! So happy to hear that! Thanks for watching.
You are an inspiration to us all.
So glad you shared that story . Such a humble man with incredible wisdom and devotion to his craft .
Thank you so much!
Congratulations Tomo, this is truly a zero to hero story! Your advice is amazing and heartfelt, you have powers that not many other people have and that is to be able to always look on the positive side.
Thank you so much! So happy to hear that. I just talked my real life story!
I swear I had a nightmare today about my guitar playing. That I recorded an awful solo on the Fantastic solo album of a famous artist. Still felt down while going to my work (this nightmare felt so real) and then reminded what would Tomo say : Be kind to yourself, do not compare :) Thank you Tomo 🙏
out of topic but I once had a nightmare of me breaking my guitar neck
Simple! Make it better. You want to appreciate that solo so that you can improve! In order to improve or achieve next level... not comfortable to go through. That's why only handful people are successful! Please remember those words!
@@TomoFujitaMusic thank God it Turned out to be only a nightmare when I woke up. But I will appreciate all the bad things on thw way. Thank you Maestro
When I watch your videos. I grow not only as a musician, but as a person. I appreciate you and your wisdom very much. Thank you
Thank you so much!
Many thanks for sharing your story! You only lose if you quit. Let's continue trying!
You're very welcome!
Wisdom! Thank you... even at 56 years old, I really appreciate this message.
You're very welcome! Thank you!
Very inspirational. I needed that at this particular time. Thank you.
You're very welcome! Thank you!
You give a lot to everyone.
Thank you sir.
Thank you!
I also came to the US to study music, and faced some challenging times, though not as tough as you. One of the little memories that comes to me is that at one point I had to sell my iPod at a pawn shop, because I was running out of money. But, I never totally ran out, and some kind and generous people helped me along the way. Also did food service jobs like you. Thank you for persevering, so that now you can be here to share your gifts with us all!
Thank you for sharing! you had some great hard times. These are great hard times that could help you later. Good job! You're very welcome! My pleasure!
Thank you for all of you,r insight, I am so glad that you made it and are living you,r dream, God Bless You and all of you,rs Happy Holidays, See you soon.
You're very welcome! Thank you so much!
Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas!
Tomo speaks from the heart and hides nothing. Such honorable and smart man.
Thank you so much! Music life... just be honest so I get good feedback.
Pure Philosophy Of Life...Could I want To Be Your Friend At The Ages...But Is Signed In Your Destiny You Have To PLAY GUITAR And That Was The Energy To Move You On...And You're An Amazing Player and Teacher...And If Someday I Got The Money I Will Study At Berkeley Lol
Thank you so much! Now you can study at my Guitar Wisdom!
@@TomoFujitaMusic 🤜🤜🤜
I signed up for Guitar Wisdom yesterday. My playing is already better. Thank you Tomo!
Great job! Thank you so much!
Thank you so much 🙏. There is a lot I want to say, but only one thing I need to. Thank you.
You're very welcome! Thank you so much!
...and protector of the realm. You've got my vote. That's an easy choice.
Thank you so much!
Thank you for your incredible vulnerability and humble kindness. It's very gracious of you to share these life experiences with us.
You're very welcome! Very important to be kind to yourself & others!
Nice entertainment listening to your story, bottom line : good friends are a treasure.
Thank you! Totally! Friends, love one... everything.
Tomo, what a wondaful story. Great advise. So pure and honest. I will never forget your inspiration to keep trying and moving forward!!!!
Thank you so much!
Thank you for sharing!
My pleasure!
Well that was a great story of your early beginning.
A short story if I May regarding guitar. It’s very hard to be self taught. All the utubers and instruction people out there can make learning even more difficult. I’ve been at it for 8 years and it feels like 2 to 4 years. Always looking for good content, fun, to progress to higher levels. Practicing 2 plus hours a day. A lot of repetition helps to memorize. Maybe because I’m 67 years old now. I played clarinet back in school and in my teen years the drums. Marriage and kids caused me to stop all music. But a good friend bought me a guitar and amp. So I’m thankful for him getting me back in music. Well keep up the good work Mr Tomo. That’s the short story of Mike.
Thank you for sharing! UA-cam is more entertainment and not educational. I teach more educational contents on my Guitar Wisdom. No memorization! 2 hours! So great! A lot of things you can do! Limitation is very important too! Some exercise should be only 5-10 minutes maximum. You're very welcome! Thank you so much!
@@TomoFujitaMusic this guitar wisdom I think I will check it out. I also believe music theory is important.
@@michaelfatino9837 Great plan! Yes, good simple music theory will help your playing. Your ears will get better (understanding)
Thank you very much Tomo. Your story is inspirational.
You're very welcome. Thank you!!
Thanks Tomo. I gain strength and hope from your sharing. Nothing comes easy but always stay positive.
You're welcome! You got it!
Thanks Tomorrow, perseverance is a top quality, participation is rewarding, ease and delight a great attitude, big love to you my friend.
You're welcome! Thank you!
Appreciate your positive attitude about everything , thanks for sharing
You're very welcome! Thank you!
Tomo thank you for such an open and touching story, I know you’re struggles continued in your adult life but it seems you have overcome these obstacles. You are kind, decent, and truly an inspiration!!! Thank you for all that you do for us subscribers!
You're very welcome! Be kind to yourself & be kind to others too! Thank you!
Mr Fujita...you give wisdom not just guitar wisdom.
Thank you so much!
I would watch a video of you cooking for your family! Thank you Tomo for the wonderful video
I love cooking! Thank you so much!
It’s sink or swim and you had the drive and the willingness to swim and to keep swimming. You are an inspiration to us all. I aspire to have some of the guitar skills you have and if I only have 1 guitar and my family, I’m rich even though I’m poor
Thanks for sharing. My wife is great at swimming but I am not!
Thank you Mr Fujita, your positive attitude is great and has been forged through hard times
You're very welcome! Thank you!
mr.fujita, you're living the REAL American dream. Thank you for everything you have done. I know I speak for everyone when I say we love you and are glad to have you as a teacher.
Thank you so much! I had my own version of American dream since I was 14-15.... Dream has freedom. Everyone can do what I do if someone has a strong commitment & super patience.
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I really now understand that behind success is really hard work.夢を夢で終わらないように頑張ります。
You're very welcome! You can do it if you are believing yourself! ゆっくり着実に努力と工夫でがんばってください。努力だけだと足りないです。
@@TomoFujitaMusic ありがとうございます。努力だけで足りない事を非常に勉強になりました。
Yes indeed, this story is guitar wisdom. ❤🎶
Thank you so much!
Thank you Tomo
Never give up is a great lesson in life
Don't worry. Be happy.
You're very welcome! Thank you so much!
I think this is the best UA-cam video I have ever seen! At least in the "music" space!
Thank you so much!
Loved your story! Every day you look back and remember where you came from and where you have been and where it has brought you to today! You have worked hard and continue to work hard, and you deserve everything that you have! Stay true to yourself! Congratulations on everything that you have accomplished! Hard times bring great days!! Rock on!
Thank you so much! Yes. I am still working hard. I am a normal guy who need a lot of efforts to move forward.
A fabulous early Christmas gift straight from your heart to all of us students. You brought to mind a saying from Gerald Michaelson's book "Sun Tzu for Success", where he wrote, "From deep within us, we need to avoid 'just fake it' and turn on the internal automatic pilot of 'just do it', the right way for the right reasons." Thank you, Tomo.
Thanks for sharing.
You are a beautiful soul. Thank you for sharing this inspiring story. Came at the right time for me. I enjoy your lessons very much. Peace and Blessings to you!
Thank you so much!
@@TomoFujitaMusic You are very welcome. BTW, I washed dishes in my college cafeteria. My classmates could see me in the kitchen. It was a disgusting job but I needed the money. I will never forget looking up to see them seeing me. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger :)
@@rhctn I feel that! Me too! I still remembered that! Hard work, patients, I gained so much from these experiences.
Just starting guitar at the ripe old age of 61, so thanks for the encouragement! Congrats on all your success; hard and persistent work will pay off, eventually.
Good job! Thank you so much!
Thanks Tomo. It's always better to develop a strong will early in life, than later.
Thanks so much!
@@TomoFujitaMusic Of course. Immigration policies must have changed since then. Nowadays foreign students on visas are prohibited to work outside campus and may get deported if caught
Great to hear your story! Hope younger generation gets this message of hope and positivity, we all need it!
Happy Holidays!
Thank you so much! I am hoping that someone can use this to go over a big bump in life.
Thank you for sharing your life, wisdom and music. Your perseverance not only helped you but all of your students, subscribers and friends.
You're very welcome!
So happy to hear that. Thanks so much!
so many people need to hear this, people get discouraged seeing instagram.
Thank you so much!!
Are You Happy Now?
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Did I fail as a musician?
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How To Stay Motivated?
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My Influence
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When George Harrison was only 19 years old
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I test all my students with Triad Test 3 Ways
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I lost my confidence
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3 Levels of Guitar Playing - Which are you?
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My Journey wasn’t easy
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My Journey wasn't easy, Part 2
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Dear Professor Fujita, in so many ways I had a similar life, as I left everything I had in Italy when I was young to live in UK with the English girl who became my wife (clearly that proved to be the right choice!). My English was very poor and I had no money. I worked and studied very hard, did well studying a degree in a different language, and found better and better jobs. Nowadays, people think that I’m fortunate because I live a comfortable life (and have several nice guitars). They don’t know that what they see is only the tip of the iceberg - all the hard work cannot be seen, as it lies under water. I guess that it is the same when people see a great guitarist playing, without an appreciation of the hours and hours that the guitarist spent to practice. In the end, just like you, all that matters to me is my family; if I had to lose everything else I’m not afraid, as I’ve already proved to myself that I can make it. Kind regards, Gaetano.
Thank you for sharing! Yes. Very similar. People only can see your surface. That's okay. Yes. Hardworking people will see that. As you know. nothing is easy to accomplish but people always expect something very fast! Thank you!
Thank you Mr. Fujita
You're very welcome!
I heard you have so much guitars! But you said not to proud it...? I couldn't catch. you have so much guitars and they are beautiful! Why not!
I have a lot of guitars. I don't really proud that part that much. I can explain it soon.
Thank you Mr.Fujita(Tomo san).
I did not know your hard times.
But your great passion lead to you today.
(I’ve been playing Blues almost 46 years, and lost all guitars course of son’s money accident . But anytime music save me in hard times.
I try to be a”level 2.5”guitarist until my end of life.
Any way, today’s your story encourage me. Thank you Tomo san.
(You are “level 4”player!
❇︎course of player and professor now.) 👏👍😎
Thanks so much!! Yes. It was very hard!
Thank you for sharing Tomo. As an aspiring Asian American musician, it's great to have you as a role model
You're welcome! Bruce Lee! Thank you so much! I bet "Enter the Dragon" movie was (is) a great inspiration to many!
Tomosan, this is the first time to talk to you. I appreciate your channel because whenever I check it, I learn something new from you. Currently, I am teaching English to high school kids here in Japan. In 2001, I played music at some open mic cafes and I'm still making music back in Japan. And you keep inspiring me whenever I feel discouraged or bored with my life. Thank you so much for your hard work and Have a great Christmas! Mar T, Sapporo
Your life so it's free to do whatever you wish... life is about how you feel... not just what it is... Please use more your imagination. (Free!) Once your imagination going.. no need TV! You can entertain yourself with music! Thanks for sharing. Great job! I only went Sapporo once. It was beautiful!
@@TomoFujitaMusic Thanks a lot for the kind reply with such a wisdom! I once went to Seattle with my students , maybe that's where you live, right? It's such a beautiful city! I also studied in Washington DC for a year in 2001, when I played music at some open mic cafes. Really looking forward to checking more of your channel. Thanks again. Yes, I'll try to use more imagination! Mar T
Thank you Tomo!
My pleasure!
I just enjoy listening to you, sir. both your guitar wisdom and the other one. thanks tomo. greatings from austria
Thanks for listening! Thank you from Boston!
Tomo you are amazing, this is just what I needed as a college student. I feel like music is my only escape. You always bring a smile to my face and I know others feel the same way!
Thank you! Music is medicine! Guitar too!
"Guitar Wisdom" says it all. Thanks for sharing Tomo sensei.
Thank you so much!
You are my inspiration. I want to be like you when I grow up. It must be so difficult to talk to a camera about these things. Videos like that move me so much. You are so much more than the greatest guitar and music teacher out there. One day Ill meet you.
It was very personal my dark time. But I did it! Thanks so much!
Thank you, Tomo, great entry.
Thank you!
Thank you, Tomo.
You're very welcome! Thank you so much!
Thank you, Tomo. You are a blessing to so many.
You haven’t even watched the whole video yet
@@pumjuice 😂😂😂 lol I thought the same thing
You are very welcome
Good talk.
Thank you!
@@TomoFujitaMusic Someone is attempting to scam people who follow your account and have responded to your video. They are saying that I won a prize and they are asking me to pay for shipping a high end Telecaster. Beware.
@@sonnybrakes8496 Thanks for letting me know. Popular scam. Artists never ask for $$$.
Thank you for sharing Mr. Fujita.
You're very welcome! Thank you!
thank you
You're welcome!
Thank you for this wonderful piece of human kindness. It comes to me just as i am forcing myself to turn a corner. You are a good and inspirational source of gentle power.
You're very welcome. Thank you!
Be kind yourself ❤❤
Thank you so much! You too!
I'm glad you made it Tomo because you are a gift to the world my friend ...thanks for sharing!
My pleasure! Thank you so much!
I absolutely love this man's story's, feels like my gramps telling me story
Thank you so much!
My Journey wasn't easy, Part 2
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I can't describe how much I needed to hear this today. Thank you.
So happy to hear! Thank you!
You’re inspiring Mr.Tomo! God bless….🙏
I appreciate that! Thank you so much!
Thank you Tomo for the Friday Wisdom! Today during practice I thougth of this video when you said "never give up", totally true. A Hungarian proverb says " You can live without a horse but then why would you live?" I think this is totally true with guitar. Have a great weekend. (Also I'm looking forward to see in the next week's episode if the dehumidifier left on or not :)
You're welcome! I am trying to post my Tomo Talk Video on every Friday! Great one! We can expect too much too fast but why not? That's why I don't think to be number one or the best... I just want to be a little above the middle! This way I can keep going! Often I forget!
@@TomoFujitaMusic just keep the fun part alive and it will gets better until the very end. Thank you again for posting.