(INDIA) An article from the Media India Group has some insight that reveals a history of busking.
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This year buskers are expected to turn the celebratory tune up a notch in Kolkata.
"India also has a rich tradition of street performers. Many renowned artists were known to be inspired by the creation of humble street musicians.
A man with a pointed mustache and colourful elaborate turban playing Ravanhatta (ancient instrument) on the streets of Jaisalmer is a common sight.
Similarly, mystic minstrels of Bengal or locally known as Bauls stroking their Dotara (musical instrument) in the shadowed streets of Shantiniketan (small town in West Bengal) are part and parcel of the cultural scene."
Indians have been busking before it became cool!
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