How much money do you make busking?- BEST PLACES to busk in Los Angeles/Street Performing/California

[@violinmagic5102]

Wow, I love how your family is so dedicated to music!! Please keep busking because the whole world needs to see how talented all of you are!! :)

[@TheHappyCaravan]

You are so sweet!! :)

[@stevesurfaro]

When I first saw you folks in Downtown San Diego, it made my trip there...you combine the best of both worlds: great classical covers and live music! I know it's time for you folks to record your music - I know I would definitely ask Alexa to play you :)

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Thank you that is so encouraging :)

[@goldenpie6]

I'm a musician near LA and have been thinking about busking recently, so this videos been super cool to watch !!

[@tamariafetzer2209]

Music is a performing art, so busking is one of the best ways to become a great musician! The environment is no pressure (i.e. no judges, no grades) so musicians are free to enjoy their music and focus on encouraging people who pass by to enjoy it too. The ability to focus and perform despite street noise is perhaps the best training a musician can get. The serendipity of busking is refreshing too. It's wonderful to hear live music in unexpected venues. Busking is a generous sharing of music and gives those who can the opportunity to appreciate and share as well. I think you are finding creative ways to help your children become amazing musicians and experienced performers!

[@davisreed9002]

Such a great experience

Hey, I love what you are doing. Please keep going. 👏👏

[@hudgee]

Thanks for the video! Super helpful. What a cool family! Thanks again!

[@IlliaLevchenko]

Such a great review! I'm not surprised when people let you play even without permits, because first of all it's about art. May i ask your advice? I'm planning on taking a speaker and come with the drum set to play. Can you suggest me the best areas in LA for that, I literally have no idea of that city yet. Thanks!!!

[@TheHappyCaravan]

The promenade is great but it has lots of rules. Hollywood blvd is a free for all for the most part. I’m sure there are some great spots in Santa Monica too.

[@datdeerdude5139]

Thanks so much! I’ve been busking in Little Tokyo with success! it’s my favorite environment! I’ve made anywhere from $3-$140 there in a day. the time it was $3 was a crazy day, I was still new and a houseless person was dancing in front of me and then had a panic attack on a bad trip. Usually I make about $70 on average for about 4-5 hours of playing Japanese disco and anime OPs I’ll definitely check out Hollywood though! Seems like that’s the best for making money!… I wonder if my amplifier will be loud enough

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Yes! You never know till you try! So glad you are having success!

[@TheSpokenWord38]

thanks for the share, ive busked mostly part time in Wear's beach n,h, and Boston, a little in Florida, i work as a carpenter as well, but it,s slow here now, thinking about a travel...also, advice for vocalist... looking for duo...a background mp3 player isn't bad until your perfected...no wrong way...endurance i guess....enjoy....

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Yes keep going! We learn something new every time :)

[@DrFunkBass]

I busk and I'm thinking about moving to USA, do you know the costs of a permit?

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Most places in California don’t require a permit. But other states might. In Santa Monica, California they offer a year permit for around $39.00 I think so the cost is not high.

[@JoelSasFlutes]

I just went to get a pertmit today it cost $37 in Santa Monica.. I will be performing hopefully next week.. Bless you all!

[@joaohenrique9949]

Love it

[@leannasmith192]

Did you keep track of how much time you were in each location? I think that makes a difference. For instance, 1 location you may make $50 for 2 hours and another location you may make $100 for an hour.

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Yes we try to keep track, but Hollywood boulevard is a zoo so we couldn't really, we mostly focused on not getting lost or dropping our instruments ;)

[@RedHanded1969]

Need to project your voice louder, especially over the music.. On some parts your voice just trail off.. Having a few of your kids on the video would be fun too..

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Yes! Thank you for the suggestions! I want a microphone🥰

[@piggybank9725]

Who do you have to ask for permission to?

[@TheHappyCaravan]

In LA you need a permit in Santa Monica, on Hollywood Blvd you just have to stay off of private property, sidewalks are ok :) 👍

[@piggybank9725]

The Happy Caravan Thank you for letting me know.

[@yising4u2qt]

How long did you play to make that money?

[@TheHappyCaravan]

An hour actually so it was amazing, but now with Covid it is probably not as good😭

[@VanHoan]

Hi, where i Can register to busk on Boulevard Street? :)

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Hi! Hollywood blvd is free for all... no permit needed, but for Santa Monica promenade you have to go to the business office in Santa Monica.👍🏼

[@VanHoan]

@@TheHappyCaravan So I can just show up, and play anywhere I want, or there's a rule to follow? Can you send me the website for the rules. Thank you so much for the reply!!!

[@TheHappyCaravan]

@@VanHoan hi! I just googled “busking on Hollywood blvd” and i found some tips. As long as you are not on private property you should be fine👍🏼