To the Moon or Busk!?

"Will Busk for Food!"

So really, are we sending our kids out "busking"? Yes!-  It's fun for them, and gives them a whole new perspective on performing.  So, what is busking? Busking dates back to the traveling minstrels of yesteryear who literally played an instrument or some type of performance for food or compensation.  

Today, you might see them on the streets in big cities doing some amazing performing for pocket change.  Before you feel too sorry for them, keep in mind that some can make $230.00/hour (on a good hour).  Not too bad for the average street dweller. Click on this,  if you would like to read more on busking. 

If you like to see our hometown kids busking, they'll be at Bob's Hardware in Rockford on Saturday, December 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Students will also be at Stuart's Square (downtown near the King's Table) on the same day from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

 I found this entertaining video of an "electric violin" busker--probably earning his way through Europe.  

There's something about this guy that reminds me of my electric-guitar playing brother.  I think it's neat how he can record his own music and make a complete concert with all the little effects.   Somehow, I don't think this is exactly what Marti has in mind for the upcoming busk, but it may inspire some of those less alternative thinking violin players?