This is my take on the CAGED system

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  • čas přidán 17. 11. 2022
  • Is the CAGED system truly "the key to unlocking the fretboard" like many CZcams ads suggest? Can memorizing one shape have you playing like Hendrix or John Mayer?
    Memorizing shapes is a subject we have to be a little careful about. Applying musical ideas requires you to be a patient listener. Systems like CAGED can sometimes help us progress quickly, but eventually have us stuck playing at the same level.
    How do we avoid this? This problem does not mean we can't or shouldn't use the CAGED idea to improve our playing or help us find where we are on the fretboard. Let's learn CAGED a new way and enjoy playing guitar more!
    Thanks so much for watching!
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  • @vincentchen5341
    @vincentchen5341 Před rokem +76

    That's why I love watching your video, feels like having a one-on-one human conversation, you have this natural flow and no cliche acting lines like many standard youtube videos, and the blues phrases are always so beautiful, I really enjoy watching it.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem +26

      So happy to hear that. When I make these talk videos, I think about my own students and simply as if I were just talking to my student. Live lesson! That's why I don't rehearse this or practice this before I press "ON" button! It's LIVE! Thank you so much! Funny part is I don't now what to record until every Thursday noon! Normally I record this around 3pm on Thursday afternoon with my coffee!

    • @vincentchen5341
      @vincentchen5341 Před rokem +4

      @@TomoFujitaMusic I love coffee as well!That’s an improvised lifestyle for learning improvising, instinct, creativity, instantaneous reaction, concentration, be in the moment, humanity shines.

    • @HarrySinanian
      @HarrySinanian Před rokem +3

      I think Japanese say Hai when in agreement. :)

  • @WilliamDunn1
    @WilliamDunn1 Před 9 dny +3

    "I practiced a lot, studied music theory, hit the wrong note" just noticed this hilariously relatable line

  • @FEvogelfrei33
    @FEvogelfrei33 Před 2 měsíci +10

    Thank you. My face hurts from 30 minutes of smiling. Thank you

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 2 měsíci

      You're very welcome! Thank you so much! Keep smiling!

  • @yungchangsta
    @yungchangsta Před měsícem +2

    Every time I watch a Tomo Fujita video I smile even if I don’t understand music theory. He just really cool.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před měsícem

      Thank you so much! Don't worry! I teach fretboard theory at my Guitar Wisdom. (more details & super slow!)

  • @NelsonBlakeII
    @NelsonBlakeII Před rokem +92

    You Triads/Inversions lesson/test has been helping me tremendously. I do it every day. My main focus is not to memorize, but to concentrate on the awareness of where the root/fifth/third are and play with that at each position.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem +30

      So happy to hear that. Good job! No memorization so important!

    • @JTB--
      @JTB-- Před rokem +3

      When you think about it.... It's all memorization when learning anything on an instrument

    • @caprise-music6722
      @caprise-music6722 Před rokem +1

      @@JTB-- more important to hear it

    • @NelsonBlakeII
      @NelsonBlakeII Před rokem +6

      @@JTB-- The difference on guitar is that it's much more important to learn the meaning and context of each note and note grouping. Memorization is one of the biggest pitfalls of learning guitar.

    • @brendongold6556
      @brendongold6556 Před rokem +4

      Can you share the link please

  • @alintas2002
    @alintas2002 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Like you all, I too am on my guitar journey. And I find that the blues example the teacher plays is so good as an etude that if you learn it note for note and analyze it or keep an awareness if what he is playing (and then go on to put in your own variations) it’s a perfect little piece to study in order to learn about using dominant 7 arpeggios with minor and major pentatonic and keeping in mind target notes.
    There is such intention behind the playing and choices in this little etude he spontaneously played that it is worth studying carefully to get your bearings.
    This is the best example I’ve seen of this stuff from any teacher. I learned so much from learning this piece. Thank you!

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 3 měsíci

      Good job! Thank you for sharing! So happy to hear that! Thank you so much!

  • @DanteS-119
    @DanteS-119 Před 3 měsíci +3

    "When you learn, don't have an opinion" -- man, that was what I needed to hear. You are not just teaching guitar. There was so much valuable wisdom here. Summarizing in 1 page, etc. -- I will try it.
    EDIT: It was funny to hear you mix 中途半端 in your English sentence. Haha.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 3 měsíci

      Glad you enjoyed it. Guitar can make people very humble! Not so good to be 中途半端!Thank you so much!

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Did you watch this video?
      Learn TRIAD Inversions in 3 Ways (Vertical & Horizontal & Same inversion)
      czcams.com/video/Lr_LLkozJ7Y/video.html

  • @KnightKingIL
    @KnightKingIL Před 8 měsíci +12

    More often than not, everytime you remind me to be kind to myself, patient, and not compete, it brings a tear to my eye.
    I don’t think a lot of us realize how hard we are on ourselves. I always appreciate these gentle reminders. You’ve made learning guitar an absolute pleasure for me, and I’ll always look forward to your excellent lessons. Thank you Tomo 🤍🤍🤍

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 8 měsíci +3

      Especially smart people...so hard on themselves! Be kind to yourself! We do this naturally... naturally is good & bad sometimes. Bad habits! Thank you so much!

  • @voronOsphere
    @voronOsphere Před 7 dny +1

    Very helpful CAGE/CAGED Take/Tutorial! Thanks!

  • @digitalwasabi2
    @digitalwasabi2 Před 3 měsíci +4

    You are an excellent teacher!!! My favorite so far. You are my Mr. Myagi, and I mean that both in a lighthearted way and as an extremely high compliment!

  • @RollingStoneZzzzz
    @RollingStoneZzzzz Před 5 měsíci +5

    Small bites...Chew...Swallow...Digest! Practice...Move on!
    I'm in the Boston area my friend"The Piano Wisperer" Ben graduated from Berkeley as well. His ear from Berkeley was KEEN(like yours) and could here the Slightest Sharp or Flat in a note. A trate needed before Berkeley lets you graduate! Great Lesson!😉👍🏻 Thanks!

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much for sharing! Thank you!

    • @RollingStoneZzzzz
      @RollingStoneZzzzz Před 5 měsíci +2

      @@TomoFujitaMusic Thanks for your GREAT lessons! 👍🏻😉👏

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 5 měsíci +1

      You're very welcome! Thank you!@@RollingStoneZzzzz

  • @nuggers23
    @nuggers23 Před rokem +23

    This is the first time I felt like I had a real lesson 1on1 on yt, no cuts (I think it is really all in ONE take, did I miss something?), no fancy effects - just straight out monologue by Tomo full of passion to music and that will to teach people. Arigatou gozaimasu, Tomo-san!

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem +5

      So happy to hear that. Yes! I always give myself one chance to play, record! No editing so it's very real. Thank you so much!

    • @jamessbca
      @jamessbca Před rokem +3

      This guy is the man. Best teacher of the instrument I've personally come across.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem

      @@jamessbca Thank you!!

  • @debdiemer3749
    @debdiemer3749 Před rokem +8

    Everybody Always Does Good By Everybody. I’m realizing how awesome it is to relax and just enjoy being a human learning to play a new instrument! Thank you! And John Mayer! So inspiring!

  • @s.webbsentell1411
    @s.webbsentell1411 Před 3 měsíci +3

    I just love your vibe as a guitar teacher...its been a while since I tuned in but I recall the moment I saw what the CAGED inventor was showing WOW the whole Rosetta Stone...thanks again for YOU and your style doing this further! And mostly thanks for that relaxed self effacing zen style guitar

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 3 měsíci

      Thank you so much! So happy to hear that!
      I Wish All My Students Knew THESE Before They Came To Berklee
      czcams.com/video/xlRy7WwZg7c/video.html
      Unstuck Your Visual Shape Guitar Playing from CZcams! (Basic Theory On One String Approach)
      czcams.com/video/228S4owEAj4/video.html

  • @jeffersonjcoat
    @jeffersonjcoat Před 3 měsíci +3

    Piece of a paper , very nice . Students must love this guy .

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 3 měsíci

      I really don't use any diagram like those! I made them just in case...

    • @jeffersonjcoat
      @jeffersonjcoat Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@TomoFujitaMusic Tomo I was making fun of your English . It's funny but good enough . Hope you're not offended .

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 3 měsíci +1

      i love make fun of myself! Thank you! @@jeffersonjcoat

  • @danieljamesoconnor6800
    @danieljamesoconnor6800 Před rokem +2

    Incredible. Thanks so much for sharing Mr. Fujita. ✌

  • @steveleeatfullmeasure
    @steveleeatfullmeasure Před rokem +3

    Really refreshing delivery and content. Thanks.

  • @blindembersmusic4623
    @blindembersmusic4623 Před rokem +3

    This was an eye opener. Thanks so much!!

  • @anorton1409
    @anorton1409 Před rokem +2

    Fantastic lesson. Thank you for sharing! 🙏

  • @craigwolf4908
    @craigwolf4908 Před rokem +3

    I truly enjoy you’re lessons, ty

  • @randalltindall282
    @randalltindall282 Před rokem +2

    GREAT LESSON TOMO!!!! Thanks for posting

  • @terrybanks5063
    @terrybanks5063 Před rokem +4

    you never stop working, tomo. thanks for another great lesson! love from the uk!

  • @andrewksadventures
    @andrewksadventures Před rokem +3

    This was amazing Tomo, great advice! 👏

  • @cantstartafire
    @cantstartafire Před rokem +2

    Love this! Thanks so much Tomo! Very helpful teaching my son. Happy Thanksgiving!

  • @looking4crossroads135
    @looking4crossroads135 Před rokem +3

    Terrific stuff. Thanks for the lesson.

  • @bradmalinowski
    @bradmalinowski Před 3 měsíci +2

    Thanks to your inspiration, I just ordered the new Berklee Book 1 from Amazon. I'm teaching and I used to use this book back in the early 80's - 89, then I went to GIT. OMG, this is a great method and I think I still have my old book that is held together with tape! I love watching your explanations. No frills, no fancy, no marketing of guitar or gear, but just some great basic music theory explained clearly and in the true spirit of music education. Terrific!

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 3 měsíci +1

      You're very welcome! Thank you for sharing! So happy to hear that! Thank you so much!

    • @bradmalinowski
      @bradmalinowski Před 3 měsíci +2

      @@TomoFujitaMusic I found my old book. Cost was 7.50. Held together with tape Copyright 1966. Does not indicate which edition, but I know it was purchased cir 1980.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 3 měsíci +1

      That's so cool! Thank you so much for sharing! @@bradmalinowski

  • @jamesdniederstadt5861
    @jamesdniederstadt5861 Před rokem +2

    And you are modest to, God bless thanks for cage.

  • @1114gabby
    @1114gabby Před rokem +2

    i can't always follow you but appreciate your lessons. You would be a good person to meet!

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem

      Thank you! Please check these~
      Super Simple Slow Triad Lesson That Anyone Can Understand (123 String Set)
      czcams.com/video/85RmFmRgTiw/video.html
      Super Simple Music Theory - Triad Lesson G D Em C
      czcams.com/video/yctwwMQXWlw/video.html
      Proficiency TEST - TRIADS - 3 Levels
      czcams.com/video/eonmr2qpgEk/video.html
      Q&A #1 - How To Use Triads Musically….
      czcams.com/video/yUbPF8p4Z7o/video.html
      Music Theory Lesson - Basics of Triad Harmony
      czcams.com/video/LIcGheitgp0/video.html
      Learn TRIADS inversions in 3 Ways (Vertical & Horizontal & Same)
      czcams.com/video/Lr_LLkozJ7Y/video.html
      I test all my students with Triads 3 ways
      czcams.com/video/xk9sLGu_KB0/video.html

  • @Cuardaitheoirfirinne
    @Cuardaitheoirfirinne Před 9 měsíci +2

    Thank you Tomo. A wonderful and humble explanation of why triads is the way to learning guitar.

  • @markbrotherson
    @markbrotherson Před rokem +2

    I've learned a lot from you, Tomo. Thank you!

  • @robzagar4275
    @robzagar4275 Před 3 měsíci +1

    You are so real and honest Tomo ! Thank you

  • @danlau007
    @danlau007 Před rokem +19

    I have to say, Mr. Tomo is the most relaxed and happy person I've ever met, even across the screen with great affinity. Of course, your musical prowess is another story. God bless you!

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem +3

      When I teach, I just don't rush & fill things too much! One thing at a time approach. So happy to hear that. Thank you!

    • @danlau007
      @danlau007 Před rokem +2

      ​@@TomoFujitaMusic One thing at a time approach -- simple and powerful wisdom, but people always ignore this sharp weapon. thanks for your sharing.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem

      @@danlau007 You're welcome! I teach this way. One thing really deep way. Until you do it that so well. Then we can talk next subject.

  • @asaskald
    @asaskald Před 4 měsíci +2

    Thank you for all of your lessons! I remember so many things that you say in the moment when I'm trying something.
    You once explained the purpose for the BB box rather than showing an exercise. It changed how I play with the BB box and by extension every other "system".
    I play with intention more now. Thank you!

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 4 měsíci +1

      So happy to hear that! Something is working for you! Thank you for sharing!

  • @karanbirchahal3268
    @karanbirchahal3268 Před 6 měsíci +2

    thank you Tomo San for your wisdom.

  • @gupay8629
    @gupay8629 Před 2 měsíci +2

    I study so much from Mr. Tomo. Thank you very much

  • @titorashid9144
    @titorashid9144 Před 27 dny +1

    Awesome lession.
    Very helpful....

  • @boinkfasco7167
    @boinkfasco7167 Před rokem +1

    I luv your show, and your lessons you do , you have a great feel and play incredibly well. Thankyou for passing on great knowledge, trials opened up the ability to get good sounding melodic sounds in my soloing and helped me with arpegios connecting. Again thankyou my friend

  • @MrJVivo
    @MrJVivo Před rokem +1

    Love all your videos! ❤

  • @glinteastwood
    @glinteastwood Před rokem +1

    What a treasure. Enjoying so much!

  • @wilfredespiritu3672
    @wilfredespiritu3672 Před rokem +2

    Wish I had this type of training 50yrs ago. No instructors out here in HI back than. Everything I've learn have been thru watching others & by ear. Mahalos!

  • @megarxidas17
    @megarxidas17 Před rokem +2

    You just said something that i was thinking about today,just staying mostly on the high four strings .Also thinking triads in the cage approach rather than the entire chord.You just provided me with a breakout iin understanding Thank you so much.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem

      Thanks for sharing. Triads & Inversions ( No shapes! Intervals!)

  • @alfrednewman2234
    @alfrednewman2234 Před rokem +2

    Thank you. Two weeks in, gonna take it slow, as you advise. Already read music (badly) for piano, trumpet, and I see your book, and want to practice that way, slowly, with one or two of your videos every one or two weeks. THANK YOU for getting me started.

  • @PaulKirtley
    @PaulKirtley Před rokem +6

    Tomo Sensei, thank you for this lesson. Beyond E-shape and A-shape barre chords, I didn't previously "get the point" of the CAGED system. Nobody seemed to play the other chord shapes yet every CZcams teacher seems to go on and on about CAGED. The problem I had with seeing the point of CAGED is that triads, intervals and scales seem more fundamental to me. The CAGED system always seemed like a clunky, round-about way to learn triads. This lesson filled in some gaps in my understanding of where CAGED (or D-CAGE :-) ) fits and what it is useful for. Thanks.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem +2

      You're very welcome! Thanks for sharing!
      Please watch these lessons (Super Simple)
      czcams.com/video/85RmFmRgTiw/video.html
      czcams.com/video/weI70XnBogY/video.html
      czcams.com/video/uATDB1csCf0/video.html

    • @PaulKirtley
      @PaulKirtley Před rokem +1

      @@TomoFujitaMusic Thank you. I have watched most of your triad lessons before but I will watch the other two. Thanks for the recommendation!

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem

      @@PaulKirtley Thank you so much!

  • @RC32Smiths01
    @RC32Smiths01 Před rokem +8

    A great insight from a professional as yourself. Always thought fondly of CAGED because I was introduced to it early in my guitar journey

  • @Vern859
    @Vern859 Před rokem +2

    Great information..
    Thank you! 👍

  • @progjsa
    @progjsa Před rokem +5

    Tomo - pure gold! Been using CAGED for several years and I definitely tend to think C as well. I’m starting to see the chords and scales together due to practicing triads.....thanks to you! You can’t play it if you can’t see it! Cheers!

  • @lastofthe4horsemen279
    @lastofthe4horsemen279 Před rokem +1

    Took me so long to apply the message to my life but once I did every aspect changed.Glad to see it laid out so simply (also the lesson)

  • @jamesweber5616
    @jamesweber5616 Před rokem +3

    Professor, with much love and respect, I am compelled to add some commentary to your introduction implying criticism of CAGED, namely that is all about shapes and sequencing those shapes. What you wonderfully go on to expound makes my point. We are saying the same thing.
    CAGED is often taught half ass by some teachers as just the visual shapes and their connection. Sometimes the student creates this scenario because they don't want to dive deeper and the poor teacher, well he goes along hoping the student wants to go deeper eventually.
    I took 3 lessons from Rich Grado, a Berklee Grad who teaches what he calls his CAGED O/S system. He taught exactly what you go on to promote--the full application. With each shape, he showed the octave shape, the scale, the chord tones, scale degrees & intervals, and the arpeggio. He had much, much more about application but I need to really learn what I had already been given.
    I find your approach masterful and assuring--calm, zen like; learn that which is immediately in front of you.
    Thank you so much for your videos.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem +1

      Thanks for sharing. So happy to hear that. I always wanted to talk about this. Finally I made it!

  • @mauricesydnor9231
    @mauricesydnor9231 Před rokem +2

    Love the lessons

  • @toddplager8676
    @toddplager8676 Před rokem +6

    I am learning on my own, been at it for 1.5 years. I am so glad have I found you through Win is Music Both of you help me see major flaws in my progression and I had to backslide a lot. Loving your teachings and the journey thanks a ton!!

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem +2

      Good job! I taught Tyler Larson all important foundation. Triads and more! Thank you so much!

  • @cswalder7675
    @cswalder7675 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Very insightful and gracious of you to share. I think i just went from intermediate to a good beginner player.

  • @iaingraham4911
    @iaingraham4911 Před rokem +2

    Brilliant lesson 👍🇬🇧👍 thanks

  • @kieranroberts9119
    @kieranroberts9119 Před rokem +1

    Greetings from Cornwall UK and thank u this gave me a little light bulb moment of understanding 💡👌👍❤️

  • @joshuavalentin569
    @joshuavalentin569 Před rokem +2

    God bless Tomo just legendary content

  • @terrellgruber
    @terrellgruber Před rokem +2

    Thank You excellent teacher!

  • @ErikBuurstra
    @ErikBuurstra Před rokem +2

    Thanks a lot!!

  • @claudiajay8291
    @claudiajay8291 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thanks Tomo! ❤

  • @donindri
    @donindri Před rokem +5

    When I first saw the caged system, it was very confusing because of the overlapping forms. C and D, G and A for example. I eventually thought of my index finger as a capo, and it made more sense. Using your triad/inversion method vertical and horizontal on top of those cage shapes makes the most sense to me. If I fill in.the blanks on either side of the 1, 3, or 5, it’s easy to see the other scale or mode notes. I think you are an excellent guitarist and an incredible teacher! Thanks for sharing your wisdom with us.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem +1

      Thanks for sharing. You are a smart person. Thank you so much!

  • @user-xx3rv7bv5f
    @user-xx3rv7bv5f Před měsícem +1

    Thank you!!!

  • @JohnLloydDavis
    @JohnLloydDavis Před rokem +1

    I have a habit of liking your videos before I watch them and I have not been wrong yet :)

  • @tylerthompson1842
    @tylerthompson1842 Před rokem +6

    Tomo would you consider doing a video on your guitar collection? You seem to have a real players variety and I think many would enjoy hearing you talk about how you acquired them and what you like using them for in terms of styles and what not.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem +5

      No I don't think so. I am not proud of myself having a lot of gears. I feel ashamed a little about this. I can talk about this in my talk video? Then I can show you a few guitars, amps, effects etc. Thank you so much! Great suggestion! I will think about it.

  • @dadecountyboos
    @dadecountyboos Před rokem +1

    I waited a while to share my thoughts but I couldn’t agree more with what you shared. And some of the comments. The CAGE system is great for an anchor as a tool to learn and know keys. It’s almost like seeing the frets as twelve capos.
    Much music exists including B#, Cb, E#, Fb. Double flat (Bb) & so on … seeing the neck as a picture of everyone’s music, kinetically putting the fingers down to everyone’s music, auditory hearing of everyone’s music as many keys as systems to view, feel, or hear, are our shortcuts, as an asset or defect. I think in my humble opinion working out the next hardest piece of music makes us intrinsically more prepared for whatever is easier. Theory is hard. Shapes help assign theory. One is incomplete without the other, as we likely see as we hear and feel. Most of use do not experience a lack of any of those character traits, and we use the stronger to strengthen the other. That I guess is where I see the cages system .. a visual and auditory tool for finding theory. As our ears and hands grow, we can abandon shapes and play spontaneous composition from really knowing the song. Substitution , Reharmonization, or traditional accompaniment of any piece.

  • @jayconnors998
    @jayconnors998 Před 4 měsíci

    Tomo!...You crack me up...but I learn. Thanks!

  • @rambman
    @rambman Před 2 měsíci +1

    Awesome!

  • @zuldeth
    @zuldeth Před rokem +1

    Excelente,muchas gracias.

  • @ravengalaxy1
    @ravengalaxy1 Před rokem +2

    Thank you Mr. Fujita.
    Your comment about not having an opinion just observe and learn is quite wise.
    Also I have been using one page with bullet points for decades. It is a great tool for public speaking.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem +2

      When I teach, I use my neutral opinion to my students too. Respect & admire always! You're clever! One page does amazing job. 2-3 pages will do poor job!

  • @craigbachman5765
    @craigbachman5765 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Thanks Tomo.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 3 měsíci

      You're very welcome! Thank you! Please check these videos.
      I Wish All My Students Knew THESE Before They Came To Berklee
      czcams.com/video/xlRy7WwZg7c/video.html
      Unstuck Your Visual Shape Guitar Playing from CZcams! (Basic Theory On One String Approach)
      czcams.com/video/228S4owEAj4/video.html

  • @fattyz1
    @fattyz1 Před rokem +1

    I’m from Boston so I can say this is a wicked cool lesson.

  • @pennywise4843
    @pennywise4843 Před 11 měsíci +4

    This is a simply incredible lesson. It has much further reach and importance than the individual concepts being explored. I’ve been playing for 15 years and you are transforming my playing one video at a time. What else can I say aside from thank you, thank you, thank you.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 11 měsíci +1

      Glad it was helpful! So happy to hear that! Thank you so much!

  • @David-ry9ly
    @David-ry9ly Před rokem +3

    Tony, thanks for sharing your knowledge. It's greatly appreciated.

  • @raulacevedo-esteves9493
    @raulacevedo-esteves9493 Před rokem +1

    Thank you!

  • @gabrielfernandez9792
    @gabrielfernandez9792 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Tomo, I love your T shirt!

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 3 měsíci

      Thank you so much!
      Don’t worry
      Don’t compare
      Don’t expect too fast
      Be kind to yourself
      www.osiamo.com/Pickboy-Wisdom-Picks-by-Tomo-Fujita

  • @WarpedSpace
    @WarpedSpace Před rokem +1

    This is great !

  • @PeterKertesz2013
    @PeterKertesz2013 Před rokem +1

    Tomo, "thank you very much for" 😃 sharing your guitar wisdom here on CZcams. This one was fun to watch because of "Nicolas CAGE" 🤣 but also the whole video is interesting and helps to understand this dry music theory. That Ibanez is looking killer beautiful too!🎶

  • @guitardave3028
    @guitardave3028 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I just subscribed....somehow you've connected a few dots for me...i need to watch this over and over...thanks bro

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 3 měsíci

      Thank you so much! More importantly learn triad inversions!
      I Wish All My Students Knew THESE Before They Came To Berklee
      czcams.com/video/xlRy7WwZg7c/video.html
      Unstuck Your Visual Shape Guitar Playing from CZcams! (Basic Theory On One String Approach)
      czcams.com/video/228S4owEAj4/video.html

  • @h0tsex0r
    @h0tsex0r Před rokem +1

    Domo Tomo, rock on brother!!🤟🤟

  • @bestguitarchannel
    @bestguitarchannel Před rokem +1

    Caged is a small part of a very big picture. Recognizing shapes definitely helps you navigate the neck and can almost be thought of as ok we go to Yellowstone, Golden Gate Bridge, Grand Canyon, Devils Tower, etc. They are landmarks to break up your journey and give you a fond memory you will always remember on your journey and will want to revisit while navigating through those areas. Plus this is a much easier way to communicate with the student about moving chords around then say Pat Martinos Creative Diminished 7 concept charts or Chord Chemistry. lol I love your channel and hope we can cross paths one day. I was Shawn Lane's tech and student his last 8 years, AIMM Alumni where I learned directly from Jimmy Herring, Sid Wolf, Steve Freeman of course, Bill Hart, etc, and founding partner of The American Guitar Institute in Memphis. Im in Central Ohio nowadays and Im trying to build my youtube channel up to be able to monetize so that any aspiring guitarist no matter their financial situation can get quality instruction and your channel for sure provides that.

  • @trawl7880
    @trawl7880 Před rokem +2

    spot on Tomo. I have been learning my instrument for 30years as well. By the time i understood what 'CAGED' was referring to years ago, didn't really mean anything. Since I learned root/scale/triad/arpeggio first. old school. The shapes are everywhere anyway. and yes, I always thought the 'D' on the end was a trick question because it is C maj triad/arpeggio. Carry on Sir, Thanks for the affirmation of solid foundation. I'm a live musician too by the way. enjoyed the Nashville sessions recently

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem +1

      Thank you! Musically understanding "CAGED" is totally different know this by visually. Basically having "foundation" is so important. Triads/Scales/Arpeggios
      You're very welcome! Hope this video will help more people. Awesome! Music city!

  • @misstangshan95
    @misstangshan95 Před rokem +4

    I've been trying to learn which major chord shapes appear in each pentatonic position from the e string root note and the a string root note. (the minor and major pentatonic) It's helping me to match chord tones to the pentatonic so I'm not just noodling obvious pentatonic scales.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem +4

      Thanks for sharing! Please learn triads & inversions!

    • @jasonkesser
      @jasonkesser Před 11 měsíci

      That’s what I’ve been trying to map out too. Take each pentatonic position, and know how to play the triads of each chord in the chord scale in every position. I can’t say I understand it better from this. Been trying to map it out myself it’s tough, but no one online seems to have done it that I can find.

  • @wolframhohmann1300
    @wolframhohmann1300 Před 10 měsíci +1

    The blues example at around 24:00 is KILLER❤. Stuff to work over at the weekend. (And off course, I will think of the 5 Mantras: Dont worry....)
    Thanks so much, sensei.

  • @HarrySinanian
    @HarrySinanian Před rokem +2

    The CAGED system is actual, as are the twelve semi-tones, or pieces of a chess board. Could I manage 6 strings and learn music at the same times, 20 years said no, I should have chosen a simpler path, each step of the CAGED system lead me to another wall I could not, wished not and cared not to climb. Yes, I learned the hard way, the poor way and all said and done, I enjoyed it as well. It is with thanks to Tomo, I have rationalised the CAGED system and there's more than twice the joy to find.

  • @nickbellinger1047
    @nickbellinger1047 Před rokem +1

    thanks Tomo, that was a good talk. i see these things, (triads, caged, intervals, scales, modes....etc.) as tools, nothing more. my arrangements come from small parts of each depending on the song, comfort, speed and/or impact. i am self taught and have been using what i call abbreviated chords a bit..... now i discover triads are close...i also find the D position in C A G E D useful sometimes, if i play myself into a corner...lol

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing. Just tools so if you don't use it... just nothing! That's why less is better! Just CAGE! Nicholas Cage!

  • @williamgriffin8695
    @williamgriffin8695 Před rokem +8

    You have an aura that transcends guitar. I believe you could teach anything: it's how you subtly deliver more than the content of a lesson but instill hope, optimism, humility and a human vulnerability. When you took a break to sip your coffee, quite special 🤣😊

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem +4

      Thanks so much! I love my afternoon coffee! When I make these CZcams videos. I write my ideas on one piece of paper & I just press "ON" .. once it's on... I have only ONE chance so I try not hurry! Thanks for mentioning that part. I already totally forgot about that!

  • @delorissamuelson6988
    @delorissamuelson6988 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Hello,
    Thank You for the video. Too much too soon for me, but I think I understand the gist. Build on the basics...learn don't memorize, take my time and stick with it . 😊

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 6 měsíci

      You're very welcome! Foundation is so good!
      C E G on 123 set stings. X X X 5 5 3 = X X X R M3 5 ... learn them slowly without memorizing! That's root position. Then E G C on 123 set strings X X X 9 8 8 = X X X M3 5 R .. That's 1st inversion!
      G C E on 123 set strings X X X 12 13 12 That's 2nd inversion. That's all you need to know first! Take your time!

    • @delorissamuelson6988
      @delorissamuelson6988 Před 6 měsíci +1

      @@TomoFujitaMusic Thank You so much!!!

  • @BrianRising-hp8vp
    @BrianRising-hp8vp Před 4 měsíci +1

    Thanx I’m 61yrs old been learning acoustic about a year when I heard about (CAGED) it sounded good but looked at it like a whole other way to learn but it’s really not now I know

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 4 měsíci

      You're very welcome! Very young! Don't pay attention too much about it. Please learn triads! Better and effective!

  • @lawrencedeans1433
    @lawrencedeans1433 Před rokem +4

    Nice approach I think if you see your root 3rd and 5th and maybe 7th you can add the 4th and 6th to complete the scale over each triad position

  • @chrislehman1343
    @chrislehman1343 Před rokem +1

    Yet another great Video. LESS IS MORE ! I use the caged system in more of a rhythm role. I use it in song writting. I am learning all the associated scales. I agree 100% about the CAGE vrs The CAGED. IT is hard to go between the shapes playing lead at first. Too much thinking for me LOL. Like anything else you have to Pratice. That is the trick to the instrument. Pratice pratice pratice. Thank You TOMO!!!

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem

      Thank you! I like simplicity & no memorization things. So more imagination!

  • @picapoyito
    @picapoyito Před rokem +1

    Tomo sensei, you got the point! Exactly! by the way I met your former student Mr. Yoshiaki Imahori. He used my guitar on stage last week. He is fantastic as well.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem

      Thanks so much! I taught Yoshiaki via my audio cassette tape lessons for a few years. He fixed all techniques! He can helps others now! I am so happy to hear that.

  • @adamaba1135
    @adamaba1135 Před rokem +1

    the best Teacher of the world!!!!

  • @stephkirwin1898
    @stephkirwin1898 Před rokem +1

    im an old folkie and never ventured much into the dark side of lead guitar but over the years and home recording I needed to learn to play lead. I found the caged system made me find the guitar notes I needed to use for whatever song I was trying to play lead on. I teach guitar to a few and always show the system to them so they can learn the guitar and how to be flexible players. and yes triads are sweet.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem

      Don't worry! You can learn this. You can change it. You need foundation so you can enjoy your guitar playing. Thank you!
      Please watch these lessons (Super Simple)
      czcams.com/video/85RmFmRgTiw/video.html
      czcams.com/video/weI70XnBogY/video.html
      czcams.com/video/uATDB1csCf0/video.html

  • @Kipperbob
    @Kipperbob Před rokem +6

    CAGED can be used as the strings to find the root, so that long as we understand that the B string is really the C string tuned down a half step, the chord shapes are rooted on the C string A string G string E strings and D string, the map lays out triads and gives you something to anchor your scales to.

  • @shadyislandchronicles4237

    Tomo thank you and could you please do a video on rockabilly lead guitar style for medium/advanced players?

  • @voronOsphere
    @voronOsphere Před 7 dny +1

    I play diatonic keys, scales, positions/modes, and diatonic chords. Plus I borrow/import a few scales and chords to superimpose or substitute.
    I am terrible with CAGED. so far, only making use of the upper three strings of the D shape as a movable shape.
    I just finally learned that the whole CAGED system only covers ONE chord per system!
    I always assumed that it was a shortcut (minus a diminished shape) for those "play by ear chord memorizer types" who know 24 to 35 chords, but can't or refuse to remember that a C Major Scale and an A Minor Scale are the same scale and are actually worth learning and mapping out on guitar, to go with their CAGED systems.
    So recently I just learned that each key would actually require at least three CAGED systems to cover the three diatonic major triads (would the A and E shapes cover the minor triads? I'm sorry. I don't even know).
    Now, I really do need to learn CAGE/CAGED, because it would help me with my limited chord vocabulary, but why is there always this question?
    "CAGED or 3 Notes Per String?"
    Why wouldn't they both be learned in tandem? They're not even close to being the same thing or swappable.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 6 dny +1

      Thank you for sharing. Those are just basic information that it's important to understand with music. Only fretboard theory with shape type informations will not make better player! Just quick satisfaction! That's why many are using " The CAGED SYSTEM " = "The Quick Visual Satisfaction Aid" I teach every details at my Guitar Wisdom. 3 per notes on each string = also easy way to teach, easy way to learn... but better learn Scale on one string and learn 3 things together. C D E F G A B C = R M2 M3 4 5 M6 M7 = Do Re Mi Fa So La Ti Do (Sing with Ear Training) then you really understand music & guitar playing! Thank you so much!
      Don’t worry
      Don’t compare
      Don’t expect too fast
      Be kind to yourself
      www.osiamo.com/Pickboy-Wisdom-Picks-by-Tomo-Fujita

  • @sidoughty428
    @sidoughty428 Před rokem +1

    Yes the best players learn the instrument! I don't want to drag a ball and chain along the fretboard! Thank you Tomo really appreciate and enjoy your lessons. A little wisdom seeps into me each time.
    ......how does Wes Montgomery do so much with his thumb?

  • @wollycrank1212
    @wollycrank1212 Před rokem +1

    The man😎

  • @aswindahal1001
    @aswindahal1001 Před rokem +5

    Tomo is great

  • @notfeelintoogoodmyself2697
    @notfeelintoogoodmyself2697 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Mr. Fujita, hello with regards to your accomplishment as great teacher. Go all the way! My poor brain needs CD-AG-EF... dcAGEF.... "d-cajef"... 3 extended forms...or I cringe.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před 3 měsíci

      Thank you so much!
      I Wish All My Students Knew THESE Before They Came To Berklee
      czcams.com/video/xlRy7WwZg7c/video.html

  • @DJCJ999
    @DJCJ999 Před rokem +1

    ... I just like before watching because you know it's going to be good content..

    • @DJCJ999
      @DJCJ999 Před rokem +1

      So now that i've watched the lesson I will try to apply chord scale over chord progression... up until now I have used the CAGED shapes to transpose further up the neck from the open position chord shapes and it opened up the fretboard for me... but that's where I have stalled out.. I can "see" the chord shapes but I can't "see" and feel the scales underneath them... yet... I will practice more.

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem

      Thank you!

  • @yvesschulte3098
    @yvesschulte3098 Před rokem +1

    Oh, cool ! Got volume 3 as a used copy per chance in 1980 at a very crappy music store. Got volumes 1 and 2
    much later.
    All you need really.
    Peace and Love

  • @34rn357
    @34rn357 Před rokem +1

    A little above the middle is a very good place. A place to climb up to. It’s one step at a time …

    • @TomoFujitaMusic
      @TomoFujitaMusic  Před rokem

      Yes! Good place! Thank you! I will go little by little forward!