Busking and Street Performing

I've tried to do some research on busking and street performing, but interestingly enough, not many people seem to write about it. Busking FAQ are not easy to find. Busking laws are even more difficult. I've gone all over the red tape in Austin trying to find out the laws, and they are poorly laid out at best. Then again, maybe that's for the best.

Any case, I compiled a few good articles and resources that are definitely worth reading if you are considering busking or street performing.

Street Performance for Pleasure and Profit
Looking to make a little money while traveling, or just play before a ready audience? Street performing could be your ticket. This article was from Strings Magazine and features some good tips for getting started at busking.

Busker/Street Performer Resources
Features a nice list of links to some busking festivals and websites by some buskers.

Performers.net Forum
There's a Busking Stuff section that seems to cover a lot of the basics and some good discussion on busking. If you have questions, this looks like your best bet.

For the busking and street performers out there, I learned some great tips for musicians wanting to boost their tips. My article, 14 Ways Musicians Can Increase their Tips, includes some useful advice for buskers and musicians in general.