A blog showcasing famous street musicians from around the world. Not only will you get to hear some amazing music, you will also be able to appreciate their talent and skill. Most of these musicians are self-made, and have risen to fame by working hard, gig after gig. They are living proof that hard work and perseverance is the best way to reach your goals.
We have all heard street musicians play their music and we have all seen them perform. But how often do we stop to think that they are just like any one of us? They are people too with their own set of talents, hopes, dreams and ambitions. We may not see these things when it comes to street musicians because we don’t know them personally or know anything about them.
A blog showcasing famous street musicians aims to change this perspective by showing the positive side of street musicians. This blog will feature the lives of street musicians from various parts of the world and their struggles to become famous.
This is the first post on a blog that will be showcasing famous street musicians from around the world. If you know of any musicians, in your area or while traveling, who you think deserve some recognition please send them our way. We will be featuring new musicians regularly and are excited to share their music with everyone!
Famous street musicians are found the world over. From the iconic Big Man on the Streets of New York City to the internationally famous “two guys with a suitcase” from Japan, there are dozens of street musicians you’ve likely heard of. This blog will showcase some of these famous street musicians and will also take a look at some of the less well known players that are popular in their own countries.
This blog showcases the best street musicians from around the world. You can expect to see a lot of talented individuals who are not afraid to perform in front of large crowds and get their music heard.
We will be posting videos of these talented individuals performing their best pieces for all to enjoy. Our target audience is people who appreciate music, but also people who are interested in leaving their mark on this world by doing something creative and meaningful.
For those of you who are reading this, please leave your comments below, and if you have any suggestions for good street musicians that you know, please let us know!
The world is a tough place for street musicians. They must persevere against noise pollution and the boredom of passing crowds to create beautiful music on the street. I have always admired their tenacity and talent. Here are some of my favorite examples.
The Artists
1. Tuba Skinny plays “Ory’s Creole Trombone” in New Orleans, Louisiana USA
2. The Gentleman Juggler performs on Rue St Catherine, Bordeaux, France
3. Eddy le Quartier plays “Tiptoe Through The Tulips” on accordion at the Stade de France, Paris, France
4. Red Panda performs jaw-dropping acrobatics on a unicycle in San Diego, California USA
5. George Leontire performs “Liebesleid” (Love’s Sorrow) on violin in an empty subway tunnel in Boston, Massachusetts USA
