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Incorporating busking on walk across America

Replies: 6 - Last Post: Dec 10, 2012 1:21 AM Last Post By: albieeats

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MichaelWalksUSA

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Dec 1, 2012 11:04 PM
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Incorporating busking on walk across America

I am a violinist planning a walk across America. Can anyone suggest locations where street performing is accepted? or even better -- encouraged?

Thanks,
Michael

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johnsang

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Dec 2, 2012 2:17 AM
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Hey Michael. Great site. I'll PM you. Have a great trip.

carracar

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Dec 2, 2012 5:21 AM
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If your a passable player & display a card...Say, "Busking coast to coast" I expect tolerance in most places...Some localities however, require obtaining a "permit"... Ask a cop before opening the case and rattling the can... Happy trails,carracar

denver_mugwamp

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Dec 2, 2012 6:50 AM
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The 16th Street Mall in Denver requires a license. We used to have a Buskerfest but it was cancelled due to lack of financial support. Permits are not required for the Boulder Mall but there's lots of competition. There are organizations for street performers like Buskerworld.com that probably can provide a lot more information than us.

mickyfinn

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Dec 2, 2012 9:00 AM
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I experienced some very good busking in Chicago. Great city too.

itzawonnder

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Dec 2, 2012 3:02 PM
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It is also not allowed with a visitors' visa, but what the hell.

albieeats

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Dec 10, 2012 1:21 AM
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new orleans! frenchmen street, or in the french quarter. i think technically it's illegal, but the worst that will happen is the cops will tell you to clear off. the music on the street there is generally better than the music in the bars/clubs in my opinion!
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