English File 4th Edition Elementary Video Listening 6C A London Busker

Summary

Charlotte Campbell, a 25-year-old busker, enchants London's South Bank with her guitar and soulful voice. Starting her day near the London Eye, she performs from 11 am to 1 pm, often extending to evenings in summer. Despite the challenges of London's bustling streets and the need for a permit and audition, Charlotte thrives in the supportive busking community. From her Brixton flat, she crafts original songs, embracing the joys of meeting new people and sharing music, while braving the cold and occasional loneliness of the streets.

Takeaways

• 🎤 Charlotte Campbell is a 25-year-old busker who performs in London.
• 🚂 She typically starts her busking day at 11 a.m. near the London Eye and may continue until 6 or 7 p.m.
• 🎵 Buskers in London can be found in various locations including streets, shopping centers, and parks.
• 🚇 Music is also performed on the London Underground by buskers.
• 🎶 Charlotte enjoys performing music from various genres, including current hits and classics like the Beatles.
• 📜 To busk in London, one must obtain a permit and pass an audition.
• 🤝 There is a supportive community among buskers who share designated areas for performances.
• 🏡 Charlotte resides in Brixton, South London, where she writes and practices her own songs.
• 🔄 Life as a busker has its ups and downs, with the joy of meeting new people and the challenges of cold and fatigue.
• 🎶 Despite the hardships, Charlotte remains passionate about her craft and the streets of London.

Q & A

Who is Charlotte Campbell?

Charlotte Campbell is a 25-year-old busker who plays the guitar and sings.

Where does Charlotte Campbell usually perform her busking?

Charlotte performs her busking on the south bank in London, near the London Eye.

What is a typical day for Charlotte like when she goes busking?

On a typical day, Charlotte takes the train to Waterloo, walks to the London Eye, starts busking around 11 o'clock, takes a lunch break, and sometimes plays until 6 or 7 p.m., although she goes home earlier in the winter when it gets dark.

Where can buskers be found in British cities?

Buskers can be found in the streets, shopping centers, outside bars and restaurants, and in parks of most British cities.

What types of music do buskers in London play or sing?

Buskers in London play or sing various types of music including opera, jazz, pop, and folk.

What kind of music does Charlotte like?

Charlotte likes music that is on the radio, such as Ed Sheeran, and older music from the 60s like the Beatles.

What challenges does Charlotte face as a busker in London?

As a busker in London, Charlotte faces challenges like needing a permit and passing an audition to busk, and the competition from many other buskers.

How does Charlotte become part of the busking community in London?

Charlotte becomes part of the busking community by choosing an area in London to perform, sharing the area with other buskers, and sometimes waiting for her turn to perform.

Where does Charlotte live and what does she do in her free time?

Charlotte lives in Brixton in South London, and in her flat, she writes her own songs and practices.

What are the positive and negative aspects of being a busker according to Charlotte?

Positive aspects for Charlotte include meeting new people and sharing her music with a new audience. Negative aspects include the cold weather on the streets of London, loneliness, and fatigue.

What is the song that Charlotte sings about her love for London?

The song Charlotte sings about her love for London includes lyrics about never selling her soul, giving her heart to London, and being found there.