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The minstrels were entertainers, who would travel from town to town, often in groups. Most minstrels were singers or musicians, but some had other skills as well. They juggled, did acrobatics, or danced. They also sang stories, like Robin Hood and great battles.

Other names for Minstrels include Jongleurs, Minnesingers, and Troubadours.

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As stated above a Gleeman or a Jester, Fool or Buffoon are names given to the music playing, juggling, joke telling, riddle laying entertainers of the middle ages.

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Yes, there were minstrels in medieval times.

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