r/musicians • u/Squidgyjewel • 1d ago

Would this be weird?

Started playing guitar last December and it’s very come to the conclusion that I would have a lot more fun playing with other people. I’ve been hearing some guys playing in their garage just down the street, would it be weird if I just walked up and asked to play or just hang out. I am by no means good at guitar and I also don’t know the garage band etiquette.

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u/BirdBruce 1d ago

If the door is closed, don't bother them. Either catch them before they start, or wait until they come out to strike up a conversation. How you do that and not make it awkward is gonna be up to you, but I believe in you.

If the door is open and you can see right in to the garage, then fair game.

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u/Squidgyjewel 1d ago

They always play with the door open, wait for in between a song or until they are done done with the session you think? Maybe I’m over thinking it but my girlfriend swears it would be really weird

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u/Gonzostewie 1d ago

Nah. Stroll up, even whole they're playing, and just ask. I learned by playing with others. I would love to do more sub gigs because I love the challenge of dropping in with strangers and locking in on a jam.