Will people respect me if I play guitar

I have always been a bit shy at school, and so people just judge me and think I’m weird. I honestly find this really annoying cause I wish people would just see me differently, I am actually very outgoing when people get to know me. I was wondering if maybe putting a video of me playing guitar on Instagram or something would make people respect me more. I have been playing for 8+ years and am a grade 6 classical. What do you think?

If you like playing, go for it maybe you’ll find someone with a similar interest, too

It can't hurt so might as well. Pretty sad that you feel you need to do this to gain respect

I have always been a bit shy at school, and so people just judge me and think I’m weird. I honestly find this really annoying cause I wish people would just see me differently, I am actually very outgoing when people get to know me. I was wondering if maybe putting a video of me playing guitar on Instagram or something would make people respect me more. I have been playing for 8+ years and am a grade 6 classical. What do you think?

I have always been a bit shy at school, and so people just judge me and think I’m weird. I honestly find this really annoying cause I wish people would just see me differently, I am actually very outgoing when people get to know me. I was wondering if maybe putting a video of me playing guitar on Instagram or something would make people respect me more. I have been playing for 8+ years and am a grade 6 classical. What do you think?

6th form will give you another chance as friendship groups tend to have a bit of a shuffle and different people will be in your classes.Try and get involved in some school societies as well .I would also be inclined to add some pop songs to your repertoire.

I myself am a grade 5 classical guitarist (hoping to do theory eventually) and have found that people in my experience find it a bit gimmicky if you post on Instagram about your skills. I never tried, but I know someone who does and can play chords and no one really mentions to them about it.

However if you get the opportunity to play guitar (let’s say you off-handedly mention that fact) you could then whip out a guitar and play some banging tunes. I’ve done this and see no real effect in the way people treat me, but who knows, it might have an effect. On instagram you can take hundreds of takes and people may become sceptical by your true skill, however doing it live can support your playing skills and others are less inclined to be skeptical.

I personally think it seems show-offish and is unneeded. People should judge others by being social and getting to know each other. Playing instruments is definitely a show of skill, no doubt, but is a shallow way to judge someone. For now, make small talk, get to know someone and maybe invite them for a day out. Something like playing guitar can work, but is unconventional and for me, not the first thing I want to know about someone.

It mostly gets the interest of middle aged gear nerds or scale aficionados, in my experience

I dont see why you need to do this anyway, you shouldnt have to do something just to feel comfortable, but if you think it will help do it. Otherwise, maybe just speak more or get involved.?

You don’t need to do this. Keep on playing, though, if it makes you happy. It’s not important what others think. Maybe if you go to uni you can join a band there.

On the other hand, playing guitar whilst at school never did Paul McCartney ant harm, did it?

Someone actually asked me to go for an audition to be lead singer in their band. I was so shy and nervous I never showed up. I regret this. If you get the chance to form a group at uni please do not pass this up as I did.

It doesn’t matter what happens with the school friends. Once you leave you may never see them again

Thank you for the advice, I have also missed out on opportunities that I still regret and so I always try to take up every opportunity that comes my way. If I can can give you some advice, never dwell on lost opportunities but because this means that you always miss new opportunities around you Thank you

Sounds like you need to work on your social skills in real life, and posting a video isn't going to help that. Are the people you want to 'get respect' from even going to see it? If someone sees it and talks to you about it, could you discuss it or would you be too shy? What happens if the conversation then turns to another subject?

If you post a video, do it for the right reasons; to get respect isn't one. People can admire your skills, yes, but it won't help your lack of self-confidence.

Go for it! do it for you, not for others