From Wikipedia
A vest frottoir or vest rubboard is a percussion instrument used in zydeco music similar to a washboard. It is usually made from pressed, corrugated stainless steel and is worn over the shoulders.
It is played as a rhythm instrument by being stroked downward with either bottle openers or spoons. Many of these instruments are homemade, but Don Landry of Louisiana is one professional maker, making them for Clifton Chenier's band and Elvis Fontenot and the Sugar Bees, amongst others.
Frequently asked questions
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Sources & credits
- Wikidata Q3089272 – CC0
- Wikipedia: Vest frottoir – CC BY-SA 4.0
- Image by Sturgeon genral – CC BY-SA 4.0