Busking 2009 - Robert Thivierge

Busking for Zombies

October 17, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

While walking down 17 Avenue SW, Zombies passed by this busker. A mild attack, left her slightly bloody. The fact there were at least two buskers on an October day, is a good sign busking has improved in Calgary, since regulations were eased just over a year ago.

Play the guitar, so they won’t eat you.

October 17, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

The man on the bench was busking along Stephen Avenue Walk, when the Zombies passed by.

Busking Trio on Stephen Avenue

July 7, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Some busker entertainment on Stephen Avenue in downtown Calgary on July 7, 2009.

Stabbing at a magician

July 4, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

It was setup as a magic act, where the girl from the audience would stab the magician. But, it turned to a comedy routine, with him calling her crazy for actually being about to stab him. No stabbing took place.

Taking a stab at magic and humour

July 4, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Watching the Violin on Stephen Avenue

June 30, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

She was playing the violin along Stephen Avenue on June 30, 2009.

Harp close up

June 30, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

This harpist was busking along Stephen Avenue on June 30, 2009.

Calgary Harp

June 30, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

The harpist was busking along Stephen Avenue on June 30, 2009.

Something pleasant to see

June 30, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Stephen Avenue Walk on June 30, 2009

Violin by the flowers

June 30, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

This girl was busking with her violin by Olympic Plaza in downtown Calgary on June 30, 2009.

Young guitarist busking on the Ave

June 29, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

This girl was busking along Stephen Avenue Walk on June 29, 2009.

Busker Magic payoff time

June 27, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Jimbo (right) doing a magic show with a young assistant from the audience. Right now, she's receiving a balloon animal as "payment" for helping with the magic act. This is at the Eau Claire Busker's Circle.

Feeling the sound of the violin

June 11, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Karen Sim is a Calgary violinist that often busks around the city. I previously took this photo of her in 2008, and I was very happy to hear her say she liked it.

Karen plays the violin

June 11, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Karen Sim is a Calgary violinist that often busks around the city. I previously took this photo of her in 2008, and I was very happy to hear her say she liked it.

Windswept beauty

June 11, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Karen Sim is a Calgary violinist that often busks around the city. I previously took this photo of her in 2008, and I was very happy to hear her say she liked it.

Picking up some music

June 10, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

One of two guitarists, who were busking along Stephen Avenue Mall, near the ATB. Thanks to both women for saying I could take some pictures.

Guitar duo busk on bench

June 10, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

Two guitarists were busking along Stephen Avenue Mall, near the ATB. Thanks to both women for saying I could take some pictures.

Happy to be playing

June 10, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

One of two guitarists, who were busking along Stephen Avenue Mall, near the ATB. Thanks to both women for saying I could take some pictures.

Rockabilly pass by

June 3, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

In a way I actually like to see some blur from a moving person, when the main subject is still clear, as it means my hands managed to stay steady.

Ronnie Hayward does Rockabilly

June 2, 2009August 6, 2024 by Robert Thivierge

This is rockabilly musician Ronnie Hayward (front) and his band (not sure of name) busking along Stephen Avenue Mall in downtown Calgary.