Your my influence tomo

Mr. Fujita, Thank you so much for your lessons - both on music and on life. You are a wonderful influence, and very appreciated. Perhaps someday we can meet and just have a conversation over a cup of coffee or tea. Thank you again. Respectfully, TER

Hey Mr. Fujita, thank you so much for sharing your knowledge, insight, point of view and influences of course. I only know you from your youtube videos and your guitar wisdom, but your kindness, humor and authenticity really shine through. Great talk, special video. Thanks for being a great human being. ✌😃

"Maybe I need to become a good listener again." That really resonated with me. Thank you so much for your content. I really appreciate you.

Thank you Tomo love following your channel.

Guitar WISDOM is a great theme for you! You take lessons from guitar and apply them to all of life. I love how you circled back to the Beatles who you loved when you were young and now you are diving in so much deeper and learning new things from songs you loved back then. You are an inspiration not just for music but for life too.

I really enjoy these talks. They are very insightful. Guitar Wisdom has helped me tremendously, as well. Like an another commentor, I will work on becoming a better listener. Thank you for sharing with us!

Thanks for this lesson Sir. your lessons are very helpful sir

Good morning, my favorite Teacher(Tomo Fujita), Link Wray, BB King, Elvis Presley, Ritchie Blackmore, ( one of my first concerts), Djangle Rinehart, Peter Frampton (when he was in Humble Pie), thank you so much for the walk down memory lane, I also love all of the blues greats like Buddy Guy, Joe Bonomassa, Eric Clapton, so many not enough space here , Chicago, we are so blessed. Have a great day I am, God Bless you and all of You,rs.P S Thank you so much for all of you,r videoes.

Really appreciate you, Tomo. Thank you so much. 🙏 🌹🙌🌹📯🌹

Tomo This is such a great video . Filled with so much wisdom and questions ( for self reflection) I need to spend more time reflecting upon my influences…I’m 69 and thinking about my first musical influence … the Beatles … I fondly remember going with my Dad to buy my first album “ Meet the Beatles “ my Dad who has passed always encouraged me to enjoy music . Your questions made me pause and realize how much music has enriched and have added magic to my life . Sadly lately I’ve lost that magic part of my life. Today I’ve decided to spend more time listening to music and less time surfing the internet. I’m a member of guitar wisdom and starting today I’ve promised myself to spend at least 10 minutes a day ( hopefully more 🎶). Learning and listening to music and like you spend time writing music . Any new songwriting lesson on KZfaq or Guitar Wisdom would be appreciated. Thank you Tomo for helping an older guitarist and songwriter 😊 get back to music . And yes I too am so thankful for my parents for giving me so much love and support in life ❤. We are blessed men. Many Thanks🙏 Best Frank

Definitely you. I have shared your motto to many people and they all love it. The greatest thing about it is that it works for anyone, even for none-musicians😊 I used to beat myself up, hide and just practice home without sharing my music in public. However, I’ve been going to many jams and stuff now because I’m always telling myself “don’t worry, don’t compare, don’t expect too fast and kind to yourself”. Also, I believe rhythm guitar skill is very important, so I love your rhythm guitar practice method. I feel like I was able to improve my rhymes guitar skills because of that❤ Thank you🙏❤️

Tomo-san, it was great to hear about the many influences who have helped shape you as a guitarist and person. Above all else, I especially like your message about respecting your parents - this is so important. Thank you for sharing your wisdom once more. I'm sure in the years to come, there will be other guitarists telling their own stories about how Tomo Fujita influenced them to become great guitarists also. Well done and thank you! 🙏

My Influence is Tomo YOU¬¬¬¬ I started to watch you channel in 4 or 5 years age. You enlighten me. Without you, I'm probably still not knowing the funny and joy of guitar. You truly like the light house of learning guitar. ARIGADO with all my heart

I'm a Bass player and I started exploring the world of guitar because of YOU Tomo-sensei. So thank you for that!

You've been a huge influence to me Tomo. Throughout the years there have been many musicians that inspired me and given me something to strive for, but I've always had great anxiety about playing at a certain level or creating something original which eventually drove me to distance myself from playing for years. Your outlook toward life and music has given me a real second life as a musician and I've been taking up piano and guitar again with more humility as well as enthusiasm. I always return to the words on your t-shirt as I learn to enjoy the process and let go of the pressure that we tend to put on ourselves. There's no joy like making music together!

I actually thought I'd see the Ventures in the list. I thought they're quite popular in Japan. My dad had a few of their live in Japan cassettes. The Ventures, The Shadows and The Beatles are what really got me to love the guitar. As someone who mainly plays rhythm, George Harrison's style of combining rhythm and lead in Here Comes the Sun was so mind-blowing to me. Both Bruce Welsh and Don Wilson are such amazing rhythm guitarists.

Interesting take on developing own style. Very cool topic. Thank you for sharing, Tomo! Love to see more videos like this.

Thank you Tomo, your guitar wisdom course has been the difference in my growth as a guitar player. Your incite and attention to detail brought me to another level. Thank you again!!

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and philosophy. Really enjoyed this as it is something I've thought about a lot. I could not possibly copy the players that I admire but I always becoming me. I am very grateful to be playing anything!

Thank you Mr.Fujita. Good talking and suggstion any time. [My infulencer:5] 1)BB King➡︎Play(so so) 2)All man.Brothers➡︎(so so) 3)Larry Carton➡︎(can not) 4)Jimi Hendrix➡︎(can not) 5)Jeff beck➡︎(can not) ➡︎But they brought me“Real Blues and Black music!”and so many musicians. And your suggestion is right!, Life is important,and music give us peaceful life too,just like verb and (soul)food. Music is endless life. You are good influencer too!. Thank you again. 👍😄😎

Thank you for so much, you help a lot of people, including me, that's why I love the path of music because you meet such wonderful people and that makes me want to practice more and see what I could be capable of if I try a little more each time and see what kind of sound it could have

Thank you for Sharing Tomo, inspiring and always helpful positive energy…

姉と一緒に母からピアノを習っていたことを思い出しました。1976年、当時3歳。そして、姉と自分はさまざまな楽器を楽しむことができるようになり、母親は現在もピアノを弾き続け、今なお色々な音楽家から影響を受け、少なからず影響を与えているようです。大変参考になりました。😊

it's so refreshing!! it's still motivational too..

Grant Green was my biggest influence, I love his lines and his great tone.

My biggest influence, looking back, was my step-father. He started playing the guitar at 60, after we saw Mississippi John Hurt at a folk festival. He played into his 90s. He lived Tomo's wisdom. I later realized it was because he was a Stoic. He kept a copy of Epictetus in his dresser drawer. It took me years to understand its meaning. My own Earth, Wind & Fire experience was Cream, sitting in the 5th row, no idea what I was seeing or hearing. I was in 11th grade. I had to listen to Wheels of Fire to appreciate it. I can't list my influences chronologically because I listened to too many different kinds of music. In my pantheon the top 3 are Louis Armstrong, Muddy Waters, and Dylan. But Miles Davis followed by Lester Young and Coleman Hawkins changed my attitude. As a trumpet player, Miles played in a way I'd never thought possible. Exploring jazz I realized you could play the same instrument in virtually completely different ways. Young and Hawkins blew me away. It seems crazy that having seen Hendrix, I needed Miles to lead the way. But was a good trumpet player and a mediocre guitar player. I knew what Miles was doing, I was only guessing with Jimi. My playing journey led from the trumpet - the only instrument I learned the standard way and performed with - through toying with the guitar, harmonica and banjo for a long time. During the pandemic I decided to focus on music. It was then I narrowed down my instrument to the electric guitar and my "influences" to 5: Clapton, Hendrix, Garcia, and John Mayer. I've seen the first three. Though Dylan is probably my ultimate influence, for the guitar I'd add Jimmy Page. Though I bought the first album when it came out, I never became a big Led Zeppelin fan. And I'm not interested in playing their music, with a few exceptions. But I admire Page enormously, for his playing and overall creativity. As with Jack White also. While all of these people have enriched my life, I can't say they changed it. Not in the way that Tomo has, by making me realize what was right in front of my eyes, but had gone unrecognized. Thank you, Tomo.

Youre Influence on the whole world is really big thanks for you efford!

Tomo, I've learned a bunch about guitar from your channel. I will say that your vulnerability and passion in this video really elevated my respect for you. Thanks for your willingness to teach. There's a lot of people that need to hear this information. cheers!

Everytime i play my guitar, i cant get you off my head. It was john mayer, daron malakian, steve vai, But no one hit me like YOU . Thanks sensei

Daryl Stuermer mi influencia, lo amo ❤️

Guitar influences are Issei Noro, Janick Gers, Larry Carlton, Matt Bellamy (He is a far better pianist in terms of skill, but I am inspired by how well he fuses his instruments together), and of course you, Tomo. There are even fewer guitarists I could listen to day and night, and you are undoubtedly one of them.

Back in my teen, I was listening to J-Rock/Visual Kei bands like X-Japan, L'Arc~en~Ciel, or Luna Sea. It's probably half stage appearance, half guitar to me. I ended up learning many songs of their, especially L'Arc and Luna Sea. After that, at one point I listen to a lot of Tommy Emmanuel (and a little bit of Chet Atkins). I tried to mimic him of course, but that's proved to be too difficult. Also I was listening to bands like T-Square or Casiopea a lot. Maybe some of Trix as well. They are some of my influences. Of course I listen to all kind of bands, and can't list them all. Those above are what I keep getting back to from time to time. I learn some of their music and use some of it in my playing too. But I don't really copy them to the exact note, which I think I should do. I don't study their music that much, only play with my level of understanding I guess. I'm a bad student, who's too lazy to do their homework :).

My influence is Eric Clapton, John Mayer and you of course !❤

You and I are close in age. So glad to hear you mentioned Blackmore and Deep Purple. When I was about 12 yrs old that's what hooked me... Great topic. Thanks.

For influences nowadays you are the "one".. when I was 13 or so I heard John Coltrane's My Favorites Things rendition, and it changed how I feel music in general.. and when I fell upon your KZfaq Presence by accident I had the same sort of revelation..a guitar teacher whom i can relate to and really learn from..

Honestly I love listening to "Stars" by Simply Red. then, now, always, and "Got my mojo working" by Jimmy Smith, Etta James, Muddy Waters, & The Rolling Stones. and I really enjoy listening to your influences.🎶

Hi from Norway: Terje Rypdal, Knut Reiersrud, Eivind Aarseth. Beatles started it all for me too: George Harrison. And for sure Paco De Lucia 🎸

Influence when I was young, Jeff Beck & Al Di Meolia. Influence as an adult, Grant Green & Joe Pass. Influence over last 5 years, Greg Kock & Tom Bukovac. Who knows what's next.

The five artists I most wish I could play like: Mississippi John Hurt Nick Drake Richard Thompson Steve Cropper Eddie Hazel (It kills me to leave the Rev. Gary Davis, Curtis Mayfield, and George Harrison off this list) John Hurt is probably the one I've tried hardest to learn. Richard Thompson is the guitarist I most wish I could emulate, and anyone else wouldn't be close -- he may not be the best at any specific thing, but he's very very good at seemingly everything, and I really envy that. But like everything else, I haven't made the progress I want because my life is so chaotic.

Just from the top of my head, no particular order: Trent Reznor, hide matsumoto, Carmen Vandenberg, Jeff Beck, John 5, Hotei.

🤩 All I can say is if your methods were not straight and upfront they would not be your students for your influence to project our HEAVENLY beautiful musical Tomo Fugita wisdom is an Honor as it reflects light on your wonderful method.

"don't be number one , only be one "

It's amazing how many great guitarists list Larry Carlton as a big influence. Another funny thing is how Jeff Beck is hard to copy, Rick Beato just did a video on this. You, Tomo, are one of my great influences, because you've made my playing better, my touch has improved by watching your videos, and having a good touch is where the fun is. Thank you (by the way I'm 60, one of the old guys).

You are my biggest influence !! 🎵

Jack Bruce, started my musical journey as a bass player George Harrison, always preferred his writing to the others Brian Auger, a wonderful player and writer Eric Dolphy, best soloist I've heard Robben Ford, never ceases to surprise me

"I don't wanna improvise too much"... That hits home, great lesson Tomo. Thank You so much!!!

Guitar influences are Larry Carlton, Nike Rodger, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Ted Greene, Freddie Green. Not because I play like them, but because I like what they play, how they play and how it sounds. And of those guitarists the greatest influence on my playing is probably Ted Greene, from his books like Modern Chord Progressions and also from his chord melody arrangements. And now you Tomo-san.

Sor/Daza/Romero incited and influenced me. People like You, Tomosan, motivate and continue to influence me. I quit music decades ago because I was always playing for others and the music they handed out. Now, I play for me and the Universe. I no longer care who doesn't like it. I also no longer practice for perfection. I practice for fewer mistakes and those often become improv.

Whenever you do your beatles analysis, it would be very cool if you did it infront of the camera. Greatings good master.

Cool to hear! Keep it up!

Junior Walker and the All Stars.

Good morning Tomo sensei

I came to the conclusion of really focusing on one ting and no stretching myself thin after 6 years of playing! this video really helped with my idea! my goal now is to watch all your theory videos and subscribe to your website. really study the blues and hopefully study under you on Skype! Hope you see this i'm going to be working hard to achieve this!

My influences are "out" players like john scofield, pat martino, allan holdsworth,... I even studied mr. martino's method but decided i needed to learn all of the jazz stuff first instead of just playing minor scales all the time... though I tend to attempt his phrashing and switch positions using minor third "staircases" like he does. Scofield is the coolest non-shreddy cat for me (he's good friend with pat metheny too so i guess they learned off each other). Holdsworth stuff belongs to the cosmic realm which i can only observe and dare not imitating.

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I'd love to hear your thoughts on influences throughout Japanese music history. Most people seem to agree that artists like Tatsuro Yamashita, YMO, or Joe Hisaishi have a "Japanese style", but it's hard to put your finger on why. Are there some common elements that "influenced" them?

Tomo you are a real great Soul! Thanks for the inspiration. Don't be the no 1, be the 1. Really good 👍 This is knowledge, going through hard times and form the experiences into something positive and good! Really would like to hear your opinion for your very personal thought about my daughter, Tomo. Mabe one Day we'll meet. Thanks for your great content, sensai!

RHYTHM INFLUENCE!!!!!!!! LETS GOOOOOOOOO

I have some guitarists who influence me, but somehow I am never interested in really learning their songs. I only like and follow their styles.

Right now, I'm very much influenced by you. I am taking apart your version of People get ready and I'm amazed at the note choices for emotional effect. I think it's one example of something that will stand the test of time.

Eric Johnson, SRV, Roy Clark, Santana, Eric Clapton.

Beatles Keith Richards Jimi Hendrix Jimmy Page Trey Anastasio Became a guitar player at age 10 on Sunday February 9th, 1964 after seeing the Beatles on Ed Sullivan. Got $12 in dollars, quarters, dimes and nickels out of my plastic poodle piggy bank and gave it to my mom along with the page in the Sears catalog showing the Silvertone acoustic. Got it the next day. Been playing ever since.

I'd like to play more melodically. Nice phrases and mixing melodies with chords.

My influence is my teacher, why? Because teacher always work hard and hope for all student success, from we still a little untill we grow old, but student never think about Teacher life, he already eat or not? Did he have a home? Remember our teacher and dont forget we become smart because of teacher

I'm just a little older than Tomo and have a few similar influences. However, I think there were albums that were milestones. I wore out the Deep Purple live album Made in Japan. And there were specific songs that really made me want to play guitar and music in general from The Edgar Winter Group (Freeride, Frankenstein). So it's hard to narrow it down to five, because there was so much going on in the early 70s, from BTO to Pink Floyd to Heart and Boston and Frampton, and all the usual suspects. I think the one band that influenced my approach music was Yes, and to a lesser extent, Rush. I overthink things and that group of people made some "very complex music for overthinkers". Yes' live album introduced me to the Firebird Suite which I still like to this day. And Rick Wakeman's keyboard solo on their still blows me away. I learned a lot of chords trying to figure out Yessongs, including Mood for a Day! One other classical thing that I really like is Ravel's Bolero for the construction of melody. It seems like a story and the voices and hypnotic repetition is, well, hypnotizing! And Keith Emerson's take on Copeland's Hoedown was very inspiring... goosebumps! I liked the ELP acoustic songs a lot, too. Much later I came to the "old english guys" like Jeff Beck, long after they had established their reputations. He is the most fun player to watch for me nowadays. And all that led me back to Hendrix. And these days, I really like how Greg Koch fuses real grown-up chords and harmony with some of the old classic rock vibes to make complex rock that still rocks very organically. And he's a great interpreter of Hendrix, Clapton, and the original old blues guys, as well. I'd like to steal some of that way of songwriting, because, at heart, I'm really just an old rocker. When I hear Tomo play the blues, I immediately think of B.B. King. So that influence is very strong. I don't really hear much influences when I listen back to my own playing. I still sound like a copycat, mostly. I do enjoy clean-ish noodling with a phaser / tremolo and reverb, just to search for small pretty sounds. I don't know from who or where I might've picked that up.

hes the mr.miyagi of guitar

First real guitar player I first heard that influenced me was Jeff Cook of Alabama

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ソロ・ギターでうまくなる! 基礎力向上のための独奏エチュード (模範演奏CD付) (リットーミュージック・ムック) Become good with solo guitar! Solo etude for improving basic skills (with model performance CD) (Ritto Music Mook) Please reconsider making English language versions of your guitar books.

Mine are roy buchanan ,robben ford ,stevie ray vaughan, jeff healey, jimi hendrix.

You, Joe Bonamassa, Pink Floyd, Jimmy Hendrix, Led Zeppelin!

John Frusciante, Jimi Hendrix, Eddie Van Halen, Kurt Cobain and Angus Young.

I really wish i could afford your time. I sure id become better . I know I'm getting there but its slow. Still improving...

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4:20 I probably would’ve gotten started playing at age 10 instead of 15 if the guy at the pawn shop trying to sell me a guitar and amp had known to just hit the distortion button when I said “how do you make it sound like an electric guitar?”. He was just like “that’s what they sound like, what are you talking about”

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