monica
16 November 2008
Timothy you are the best! Your strong faith is truly inspiring. I am an Italian member since 1987, your faith experience really encouraged me a lot!Thanks :-)
Timothy Harada ティムハラダ: Leave a note ゲストブック
Student at the Higashi Ishiyama junior high school
27 August 2008
Hello.
I am a student at the Niigata Prefecture Higashi Ishiyama junior high school.
I was going to write it because it heard that the Tim teacher was uniting the band, and the homepage was opened. Please become accustomed to the Higashi Ishiyama junior high school early, become all the pupils of our school happily, find a good place in the Higashi Ishiyama junior high school, and spend it happily.
Please hold out. It assists.
Barney Buttdrag the 3rd
26 August 2008
PARTY !!! until your pants fall off!
Timothy~
30 July 2008
Thank you so much for your song and concert at SUA!! I enjoyed tonight with your music! at my parents' house, Busan, Korea. It's my summer vacation! Especially, loved Hey Jude ! ^^ Hope that you'll have much greater concert from now on! See you ne!! Your comrade, Jackie (Unghee)
stevengianakos
18 July 2008
are you displaying our concert or submit that photo of us at soku.I see our photo when i download your music I would really like to hear our
robin boynton (cherokee Woman)
12 June 2008
your writings amaze me and have taught me so much that i was once blind to. soon your books will be mine. thank you tim for opening my eyes to all injustice. what a special person you are and one that makes the world a better place because you are in it.
Cherokee Woman
Teri Van Campen
3 May 2008
It's your mama sama. Trying to listen. trouble downloading LOVE YOU
Timothy Harada
18 February 2008
Hey Joe! I wish you left me an email address, so I could respond to you in person.
But it was nice to meet you and I hope all your studies go well.
joe
17 February 2008
お久しぶりです！！Hospitalでごいっしょしたjoeです。
ぐあいはいかがでしょうか？こちらはだいぶよくなりまし 。
びょういんではCDをいただき、ありがとうございました。 My Homeにかえってさっそくききましたが、とてもよいきょくで ね。
こんごもがんばってください！！
Timothy Harada
30 January 2008
Hello every!
I will be turning off my guest book for at least 2 weeks, while I'm in the hospital having surgery to remove the many polyps in my nasal cavity.
If you need to get any important message to me during that time email me at cellphone@timharada.com
Take care everyone, Timothy Harada
"Precept for Brass Band" by Daisaku Ikeda
7 January 2008
There are no boundaries in religious philosophy. Humankind shares equally the desire for peace and happiness, and religious philosophy is the only means by which this desire can be answered. Likewise, there are no boundaries in the field of music. Music is the flower of culture, a language common to the entire world. It is a thing of beauty sought by all people. Recalling the history of humanity, we discover that a race of people or nation attained happiness and peace only if there existed a sound philosophy of life. The practice of a great ideology, like the current of a great river, becomes the high ambition and rhythm of that nation. The same holds true of music. The beauty and energy of music has been the source of a nation’s growth. By the same token, what does the growth of the Soka Gakkai indicate? Needless to say, it reveals the unprecedented growth of the human race, and the construction of a nation having the highest culture and means for peace. Accordingly, I believe that the sound of the Brass Band, gushing from the depth of pure faith, can become the mighty thrust needed to achieve this historical undertaking. Presently, the music that is being presented to the people is void of direction and emotion. Music today is being presented merely for the sake of a few; it is for those who seek stimulation and pleasure of the moment. Modern music is slowly deteriorating. It has lost the spirit of humanism and no longer has the power to inspire vitality and hope for the future. Music often determines the direction in which the youth of a nation will travel. How unfortunate that the level of modern music has led youth on the path to delinquency. When music plays such a role, its functions must be called evil. Sound the clarion of a new world, and with the banner of the construction of the Third Civilization waving proudly, let us brace ourselves firmly with the Buddhist Democracy, and courageously crush this evil. Having great hopes for the future and with arms linked together, let us develop a mammoth musical movement. For the sake of the general public, let us sow the seeds for a great new culture. It is my request that all of you, without uttering a word, will be able to move your listeners to deep emotion. Through your performance, I hope that you will move people to jubilation, and inspire them to attain their human revolution. Together with the astounding growth of the Soka Gakkai, our Brass Band has also undergone rapid advancement. A strong foundation has been established here in Japan, as well as in all other parts of the world. However, our future is of the greatest significance. There is no doubt that in the very near future, one year’s growth of the lay organization will be equivalent to ten year’s growth of other organizations. The Brass Brand will advance in like manner. To the general public you are being called upon to reveal the true picture of Kosen-rufu. You must also give the general public the opportunity to recognize correctly and without prejudice, the true mission of the Soka Gakkai. Furthermore, as pioneers of a great new Civilization, you must contribute to the enhancement of world culture. You must complete the mission of the Brass Band within the organization, inspiring millions of boddhisattvas and giving our fellow members hope and inspiration to overcome their sufferings. In conclusion, I would like to say that your spirit should transcend vanity, as well as musical techniques and ability. The sound of the Brass Band should be the rhythm of faith. It must roar with the sound of passion, as if to crush the angry waves of the ocean. I urge that you advance with the confidence that your performances will penetrate the hearts of all people. With the rise of a great nation and a dynamic generation, people look forward to new talents and the highest standard of music. I sincerely hope that you will rise to these challenge and spread your music to all corners of the world.
Jesse Levy
7 January 2008
I am looking for a copy of "Precepts for Brass Band" and when I Googled it, your site came up. Does anyone have a copy? I am a long time member in LA and a long way from my days as a YMD. Thanks.
reo
23 November 2007
konomaehadainoharasyouganikitekuretedoumoarigatougozaimasitaeigonozyugyuhatanosh iidesune
Angela Stevens
18 November 2007
I am looking for Adonis VanCampen who I went to high school with.....he'll remember me..I was with Marcus and we (me, Marcus, Adonis and Stacy) went out and kicked some serious butt on Main St. downtown HB one night many years ago! We both had Paulson together for English.....anyways, if this is the same Adonis (I can't imagine there are too many like him out there! and I loved his once magnificent mohawk he had once upon a time)....then please let him know to contact me.....if it's not, please disregard the message and sorry to have bothered you......thanks :0)
Bob and Gina Berman
27 September 2007
Great version of the song. Thanks.
mari
20 July 2007
ティム、今までありがとう。
María Fernanda
20 June 2007
Hi Tim :)
I´m a MySpace friend ... I was reading the previews of your books ... I really love them ;)
Have a great day my friend
Namaste
Doreen Mercado
25 May 2007
I have been getting e-mails from you. Now that I have seen your photo, I know who you are. I didn't know your Japanese name, Harada. You have been to my house for Toso and discussion meetings. I live close to the Crummett's. I am happy to see you are on the road and doing things you enjoy. I remember seeing you at Borders in Brea.
We had the great benefit of being able to buy a second home in Keaau, Hawaii. You and your guys are welcome to visit anytime. Keep in touch.
Good luck for your continued success and great experience in life.
Tom Key
25 May 2007
From Orange County too. Old and badly-mauled former barbarian intellectual. Do not hesitate to consult my library font of misguided wisdom wishing you further wells in farther time.
http://www.librarything.com/profile/keylawk
Patricia Morgan
9 May 2007
Hi Tim,
Wow, I remember you as an infant. I am one of your mother's old friends from the Laguna Beach District days. You have grown up to be such a wonderful musician. I feel very honored to hear and see you do your music now. Thank you so much for being in this world to become the man that you are today. I hope to see you in concert in the USA and meet your beautiful wife. Please let me know when you are here.
Pat (Lacy-Rankin) Morgan
Matheaus Kauti
8 May 2007
Hi Tim,
Well well...Dragon Girl is a master piece. The Lyrics skillfully and poetically scripted. Cant wait to see your concert this summer
Daiki Miura
1 March 2007
It is Daiki for some reason. Thank you for signing it today.
When is Tim's Birthday?
30 January 2007
Happy New Year!
I am curious about your book.
Let me know if I can be of any help with translations. My target language is not Japanese but I can try!
Smile,
Crystal l
Matt Foster
14 January 2007
Hello Timothy,
I was doing some googling about booking gigs in Sendai and stumbled upon your page. I'm from Knoxville, TN and I'm planning on visiting my girlfriend, who lives in Sendai, in May. I'd like to try to book a couple of gigs while I'm there, but I haven't had much luck through the internet. I play in a band here in the states, Medford's Black Record Collection. We do kind of an Americana/Bluegrass/Folk rock sort of thing. You can check us out at www.myspace.com/medfordsblackrecordcollection Of course it would have to be just a solo gig to book over there. If you could give me some suggestions and/or contact info for live music venues, I would be very grateful. Any advice would be great. Hope to hear from you soon!
Thanks,
Matt Foster
Steven Gianakos
5 January 2007
I can see you have a good portion of my blood
stevengianakos
5 January 2007
I am looking at your website for the first time
Adonis
4 January 2007
Happy New Years!
Party until your pants fall off!
Timothy Harada
28 November 2006
Oh course I would never block you AkritiKutty! All my friends from SUA are my friends for life!
I hope to play at SUA sometime soon, but we'll see if I can get the tour off the ground in Japan, before I do the world tour and come back to the US!
Akriti
21 November 2006
TIMOOOTHYYYY
Genkii??
the last time i visited your website, I couldnt write anything, cz apparently i was blacklisted, whatever that means :p (...what does that mean?)
so, how's harada-san doing? we miss you a lot at SUA. It hasnt been too long since you graduated, but time is passing by sooo fast. I'm already a junior, about to study abroad...it's crazy!
anyway, are you planning to come to SUA anytime soon...AND PERFORM? i would love to hear that.
lemme know
Good luck with everything in life
Best
Akriti
Timothy Harada
16 November 2006
Thank you Gary. Well my older brother, Adonis VanCampen is an Accountant in LA too, but he calls himself "The Accountant from Hell!" so it more likely we know each other from SGI, since I've been a member all of my life in Southern California and I graduated from Soka University.
But funny thing, I was checking out your website www.garymark.net, to see if I could job my memory after seeing a picture (you don't have one on your website though!) and instead I put www.garymark.com and too bad your not the later Gary Mark from Canada that makes huge kites, those are some bomb kites. Man if I flew one of those in Japan, I would get all the attention in the world. I can put a big advertising on it for my concert, much better than those annoying trucks with the load speakers around here. I don't know what they hell they are saying, but they are sure to wake me up every weekend when I want to sleep in.
Gina and Bob Berman
16 November 2006
My brother knows some people in the radio industry in Japan. Maybe you can connect with them. We'll try to get info and let you know.
Remember us...friends of Fathan, our son Russell used to idolize you and your playing. He now plays the clarinet but wants to learn all winds and guitar.
Gina
Gary Mark
15 November 2006
I got your email but I don't remember you. I'm an SGI-USA member in L.A. -- Gary
Timothy Harada
21 October 2006
Hey friends where have you been?
OK the hits on the website have been doubleing or tripleing each month for the last few months, but lately none of you have signed in the guest book? What's the deal. I miss you all!!!
It's great to have your comments, even constructive critisizm helps.
ストロベリーガール
3 October 2006
あなたのご意見、ご感想を日本語で書いて下さい。私が通 し、ティモシーに伝えます！
Matheaus Kauti
7 September 2006
This is wonderful stuff. Am looking forward to the forthcoming Jyozenzi Jass Festival. Best wishes Tim!
Webmaster
25 August 2006
Actually the real tour begin's in July of 2007.
Here is the announcement for the news section:
The 2007 Timothy Harada Japan Living Room Tour -
20 June 2006
Announcing Timothy Harada's 2007 Japan Living Room Tour!
Tired of having to go to a smoky and noisy bar to see Timothy Harada perform.
Well, Starting July of 2007, Timothy Harada and fellow musicians will be kicking off his Japan Living Room Tour, playing small semi-unplugged concerts in the comfort and intimate setting of people's houses or in local community centers.
SIGN UP NOW TO HAVE TIMOTHY HARADA DO A CONCERT
IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD OR IN YOUR OWN HOME!
Tour Dates Tour Places
July 15th -31th Sendai and surrounding areas
August 1st-7th Yamagata Prefecture
August 8th -14th Fukushima Prefecture
August 15th - 21st Niigata City and surrounding areas
August 22nd - 28th Nagaoka and surrounding areas
August 29th – Sept 5th Tochigi and Saitama areas
Sept. 6th - 12th Chiba and surrounding areas
Sept. 13th – 19th Tokyo and surrounding areas
Sept. 20th - 26th Kanagawa and surrounding areas
Sept. 22nd – Oct. 2nd Izu, Fuji and Shizuoka areas
Oct. 3rd - 9th Nagoya, Gifu and surrounding areas
Oct. 10th - 16th Nara, Kyoto, Osaka and surrounding areas
Oct. 17th - 23rd Hyogo and Kobe Areas
Oct. 24th - 30th Okayama and surrounding areas
Oct. 31st – Nov. 6th Hiroshima and surrounding areas
Nov. 7th - 13th Yamaguchi and surrounding areas
Nov. 14th – Nov. 20th Fukuoka and Saga ans surrounding areas.
Nov. 21st – Nov 27th Nagasaki and surrounding areas
November 28th – Dec. 15th Okinawa
To sign up to have Timothy Harada play in your home or in your neighborhood, just fill out your name, address and phone number on the email sign up list at www.timharada.com and write “Living Room Tour” in the notes section, or email fanclub@timharada.com
One of the Japanese or English speaking representatives at the
Timothy Harada fan club will contact you soon.
Timothy Harada
22 August 2006
Who knows how long it will be until I really get the tour off the ground in Sendai. Touring in Japan is the most expensive tour in the world. Damn, why didn't I go somewhere were it was cheaper to travel. It's cheaper to fly back to the US, than it is to fly across Japan. Go Figure???!!!??
Bob Downe
22 August 2006
Yo TH,
In my limited experience I found plenty of (cheap) Japanese cameras that are bilingual.
Question, if you are "currently on tour in Japan" then why do you need medical insurance, rent, school party funds, school lunches, airconditioner, rice cooker, heater, and DVD players?
Dude No.2
12 August 2006
Great pics dude! Cool site too (-_-) See you at LLL
Timothy Harada
21 July 2006
Hey Elvin. Cool I checked out your website. Yes, Daisakus Ikeda's "Precepts for Brass Band" influenced my life profoundly at about age 10 when I joined the SGI brass band in Los Angeles.
I'm still trying in every way to make this writing my motto in life and music.
I should post the writing on my website in it's entirety like you do, perhaps I will in the future. But for now everyone can go to your website to read it.
I'll keep up the good fight to "though [my] performance move people to jubilation and inspire them to attain their human revolution."
Elvin Siew
20 July 2006
Someone wrote a comment on my website saying you have love and passion for music and have Precept of Brassband on your site too! Cheerios! SGI MEMBER!
Check out my site www.elvinsiew.com
Music the Flower of Culture mate.
Timothy Harada
8 July 2006
I thought so too, until I saw all the deductions for medical insurance, rent, school party funds, school lunches, etc, etc.... However, now that the two weddings are over and paid for, I think you're right, I should buy a digital camera. But I want to buy one in the US when I go back, because everything is cheaper there and I want one that isn't in Kanji, so I can figure out how to use it. I still don't even know how my Japanese, airconditioner, rice cooker, heater, and DVD players work. But first my wife's got to find a job, since she quit her job to move from Niigata to Sendai and I would rather use my money to pay to record my newest 15 songs, I have yet to record and to buy all the musical equipment I had to sell to move to Japan, like mixer board, PA, monitors, and speaker. Now, I would prefer to put new songs on the website over new pictures. Everyone can see what I look like at my weekly concerts.
Bob Downe
7 July 2006
I thought ALT's made 300,000yen a month. Surely that's enough to pay for food and a cheap digital camera?
Timothy Harada
4 July 2006
Wait is this the real Bob Downe.com or is it Mark Trevorrow aka Bob Downe?
When are you going to put me on your show?
The ucla.edu email you left came back!?
Peace, Timothy
Timothy Harada
4 July 2006
Thank you Bob. Yes all of us starving musicians need a day job. I'm so starving I can't even afford a digital camera, so even though I've been doing a lot of gigs in Japan, the only digital photos I have are the one other people take and send me.
Bob Downe
1 July 2006
I thought you went to Japan to teach English!? Isn't that photo from your 'gig' your wedding?
Timothy Harada
30 June 2006
Thank you for your support Faith.
And thank you for recording my CD Anthony.
Peace, Timothy Harada
faith white-poe
29 June 2006
hi from SGI USA chicago.
Anthony Cinquini
7 June 2006
Tim - keep the groove going..your friend, Tony Cinquini