Even though my album title is partly inspired by buskers, I have never busked before until I got a call to do so for the Mayor of London SkyRide campaign.
The whole idea was to play for 30mins with a 30 minute break at intervals of six slots. I said yes and then thought to myself "you must be crazy"
I was pleasantly surprised though as most of the Cyclers either waved as they pedalled past my spot or shouted a greeting or two.
Music is a major part of most peoples' everyday life so to be asked to play my songs was great, I imagined my voice and music serving as a soundtrack to their cycling.
My spot was extra special too. During my 30 minute break I sat at the bench in the park overlooking the lake and watched the ducks enjoying themselves.
When my slot was over at 4 o'clock that evening, I most definitely felt like a legitimate London Busker... If only for a day.
More stories on my Singing For Change tour to come..
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