Funny, am just having a cup of tea before going into town to go busking for a while and came across this thread! I enjoy hearing and seeing buskers when I am out and about I think it adds to the ambience of the city, I dont see it as begging at all. We are not directly asking for money, just if you enjoy/appreciate what we do we are grateful for contributions and yes, quite often I am there out of financial difficulty, but isnt that why alot of people go to work?! Anyway, weathers not too bad in Newcastle and as well as hoping to make money it's good practise for playing out, trYing out new songs and having fun. Think will try out Durham for a bit of variety next week! Sarah
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