Joybell -- Yesterday you said:

"Solo busking pays better, not only for the obvious reason of splitting the profits. People admire your courage if you go it alone. They told me that all the time. "

Hmmm... Not only did I find that soloing [in one particular city, anyway] did NOT pay well as group work, I can also offer the observation that no one *ever* congratulated me for "going it alone." Being male -- and loud -- probably had something to do with that. Presenting yourself as a frail little Eliza-type probably contributed not only to your image, but also to your bottom line!

I, too, get pretty nostalgic for my long-ago busking days. I probably won't ever do it gain, but then again, maybe...