Glasgow's first indoor busking spot launched by 11-year-old singer at Buchanan Galleries

An 11-year-old singer has launched Glasgow’s first ‘Busk Stop’ inside a shopping centre in an effort to provide performers with dedicated indoor spaces.

Rachel Ronnie was the first singer to perform at the spot in Buchanan Galleries, following requests from local buskers.

The Busk Stop will offer performers a designated spot which is safe and serves as a focal point due to the high footfall in the shopping centre.

Performances will take place on a rotating schedule, with a wide range of artists set to entertain shoppers.

Kathy Murdoch, centre director at Buchanan Galleries, said: “It’s exciting to introduce a dedicated, free-to-use busking spot specially designed for young performers in Glasgow.

“This new space, in front of our iconic flower wall, provides a fantastic platform for emerging local singers to share their talent with the public, offering them the chance to perform in a safe and supportive environment where they can gain valuable experience and confidence.

“As well as help nurture the next generation of musical talent in our community, it also enhances the atmosphere for everyone who visits Buchanan Galleries, adding a lively and authentic musical experience for our guests.

“We were honoured to officially launch our ‘Busk Stop’ with an incredible performance by Rachel Ronnie, who set the tone perfectly for what we hope will be many inspiring moments to come.”

Rachel’s mother Karen Blackwood said: “Rachel’s singing career started as a toddler. She could sing before she could talk and being brought up in a musical household she’s thrived through the years.

“Busking since the age of five, she’s found her calling in life.

“Singing is all she ever dreams about and one day she hopes she can entertain folk for a career.

“Rachel was thrilled to be asked to open the ‘Busk Stop’ at Buchanan Galleries since Glasgow is her busking home. The people of Glasgow really do make Glasgow the place to busk.”