Upsound Instruments – Make & Play Workshop Area

Turn waste into wonder! Bang, blow, saw, hammer, pluck, and pull your way to building a unique, playable instrument. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll craft a one-of-a-kind musical instrument from upcycled materials and take home a playable masterpiece.

Led by Dutch-Australian sound artist and violinist Jacob Plooij, this lively session invites all ages to explore rhythm, resonance and creativity.

From plastic bottles and straws to broken instruments, everyday objects become the building blocks for new sonic creations. Whether you build a guitar, drum, kazoo, or dream up something entirely new, every participant walks away with their own self-made instrument.

PRESENTED BY: Jacob Plooij

ARTISTS AND CREATORS:

Jacob Plooij – violinist and sound artist
Paul Cleaver – workshop assistant

Jacob Plooij is a classically trained violinist who performs with musicians and ensembles across globe. A sound artist with a flair for blending traditional techniques with innovative ideas, Jacob is passionate about turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. His vision for Upsound Instruments is rooted in collaboration and sustainability, inspiring participants to create playable musical instruments from materials that others may discard.

MAIN VENUE: Subiaco Arts Centre

ROOM: Multipurpose Room

AGES: All ages

TICKETS: Free

DURATION: Open all day

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