May 03 2009
Music to commuters’ ears
For anyone who commutes into Philly, uses Market East or Suburban Stations and enjoys the street musicians there, you will now see signs that look like this:
That’s right, starting in August, they are requiring musicians to apply for a permit to play in the concourses. The permit allows you to perform for three hours each day for a month in one of seven designated spots. And effective immediately, no amplification ever! While it’s cool that SEPTA is recognizing that these musicians help to enhance the city experience, this whole permit thing kinda takes some of the fun out of it. I am thinking of applying for a permit myself. I can sing a little, I used to play the trumpet in middle school and I can play a mean recorder too. Wish me luck!
