Miniature Washtub Bass Made From Office Supplies!

Step 6 Playing the Mini-Washtub Bass

Playing this instrument is very simple. Just place the cup on a flat surface and pluck the rubber band. Twang! To change notes, just grab the rubber band with your other hand at different places above where you're plucking. (See the picture for "correct posture.") If you payed attention in science class, you should know that by shortening the length of the rubber band, it'll vibrate at higher frequencies, and make higher notes.

Remember: practice makes perfect so practice, practice, and practice some more! This is a great time killer and will probably annoy your co-workers (unless they've already made one themselves!) Or you could get together and form "Rubber Bands! " (Pun intended.) Have fun!