Article: People on the street are more likely to stop if you're playing an instrument well and can make it sound good. If you already know how to play a specific instrument, then focus your time and energy practicing your technique so you can get a better sound and play more fluidly. Try different playing techniques so you can continue to learn and master your instrument. You can play music on the street with any instrument you want as long as you're able to play it well. Smaller instruments, like the ukulele and violin, may not cut through the sound of a large crowd or a busy street so it may be difficult to hear. If you don't already play an instrument, find something that makes a loud noise, such as a trumpet, saxophone, drum, or electric guitar. Learn the instrument as well as you can so you can perform well when you find a place to set up. If you're unfamiliar with the instrument, consider taking lessons so you can learn proper techniques. If you can't play an instrument and aren't able to find one, you can always sing instead. Look for a microphone and a small amp you can use while you're performing so your voice stands out from the rest of the crowd. Practice singing your favorite songs as well as scales so you can improve your vocal control and technique.  You don't need a microphone to sing on the street if you already have a loud and strong voice. See if other performers want to get together so you can form a street band. Popular music is easily recognizable and makes it easier for a crowd to jam along with you. See what songs are currently popular on the radio so you can find the chords and lyrics for them. Look for classic songs that many people would know as well, such as hits from the 80s and 90s, so people can sing along and grow more interested in your performance. If you're playing a percussion instrument like drums, then you may not be able to play popular music as well as someone who can play guitar or sing. Instead, you may practice difficult rhythms from songs you already know or play your drums along to music in the background. When people hear you play the same song over and over again, they're less likely to watch or tip. Make sure you prepare a variety of songs to play so you're able to keep playing without repeating any. Write down all of the songs you know and organize them however you want so they flow well into one another. It's okay to start repeating songs if the crowd you originally played them for has already left.

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Choose an instrument that you already play for your performance. Play a loud instrument so people can hear you over other noises. Sing if you don't know how to play an instrument. Learn popular music that a lot of people will recognize. Plan at least an hour of songs to play so your material stays fresh.