Tomo Fujita Guitar Wisdom

Hello!

i’ve had Guitar wisdom for a while but was super unsure how to manage and even begin using it to learn.

If anyone has any advice on how to manage using the site, where to begin/ practice, and any tips on staying consistent please let me know!

I want to stop getting overwhelmed and frustrated haha! All I want is to play guitar and enjoy it.

Thank you so much.

Christopher, you are in the right place. Markos and Ben just started an excellent forum thread about triads that has some great, basic advice. Plenty to practice there without getting overwhelmed. Also, Tomo has really great introductory videos on the "browse" page about using the Guitar Wisdom site.

Much of the value from this site comes from listening for the actual "wisdom" that is embedded in the videos and responses from forum members and from Tomo, Sammi, and George. That's what makes this site different from all the rest. Instead on hitting you over the head with a ton of technical info, you are invited into a deeper level of understanding about your instrument and the art of music. Oftentimes their subtle comments shed tremendous light on how and why we do certain things. It is an endless process of discovery that will not leave you feeling overwhelmed.

Thanks for posting this thread, Christopher. If you have not read the March 2025 "Welcome" post in these Forums, please check it out for tips on how to learn with Guitar Wisdom. Here is a link:

https://tomovhxtv.vhx.tv/forums/general/72938-welcome-to-guitar-wisdom-march-2025

Remember: "Don't worry! Don't compare! Don't expect too fast! Be kind to yourself!" And have fun with your guitar!

Hi Christopher, definitely recommend what others have said here. Maybe pick a couple things you want to focus on and try to go deep in those. A few years ago I decided to start to develop understanding of triads and r37 swing groove - still am rewatching the videos and reviewing. I have definitely learned a lot just from these two topics alone. Recommend to not get worried if you haven’t watched all the videos in TFGW. Focusing on a few at a time is great. And keep reviewing. Because later you will notice and hear things you didn’t recognize before.

Hi Christopher,

Thank you for starting this thread and sharing your struggles. Getting started can often be the most challenging part, so seeking guidance is a natural step that you will likely revisit many times on your journey with Guitar Wisdom. We are here to help you in any way we can!

What you’ve mentioned resonates with nearly everyone here. There is an overwhelming amount of information available, so how can we know if we are on the right path? First, we need to open our minds to the idea that there isn't simply good or bad, or right or wrong. Every lesson and experience contributes to our journey, leading us to new (and sometimes unexpected) discoveries. With Tomo as your guide, you can trust that you are being led in the right direction.

Thanks to Tomo, Linda, George, and Jeffrey, you have ideas on where to start. I encourage you to also think about how you learn. For instance, once you choose a lesson, watch it first without your guitar to begin absorbing the information. Then, watch it again with your guitar, taking as much time as you need. You might want to watch the same lesson 5-6 times. Pause the video, take notes, and review frequently. This process has helped many students adapt to Tomo’s teaching style and deepen their understanding of the material.

Additionally, take a look at the thread started by Dillion, where he shared his initial process and ideas that would benefit new members: https://tomovhxtv.vhx.tv/forums/general/72374-5th-month-here-gratitude-and-rec-to-new-members