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According to the Ken Burns documentary Jazz, they would sing, play music and dance, swaying back and forth to the songs of their home countries.
BBC: The birthplace of jazz
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Many bands and performers who were to become musical legends passed through the show including U2, REM, The Smiths, Depeche Mode and Joy Division - but of late On the Wire has taken a more relaxed view of the music scene and is as likely to play pre-war hillbilly music as much as experimental dance or dub.
BBC: Presenter profile: Steve Barker
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They play tricks and dance to the accompaniment of the Baroque-era music of the Jesuit missions, then around midnight fireworks pop from the top of their wide-brimmed hats, symbolizing the gift of light and vision to live respectfully.
UNESCO: Intangible Cultural Heritage