👉 Ribands are a type of band that is typically used in the context of music, particularly in jazz and blues. Riband players use their fingers to play notes on a guitar or other instrument by using their thumbs and index fingers to create a tight, precise rhythm pattern. The word "riband" comes from the Latin word "ribe", which means "to bend or bend up". In popular music, ribands are often used in jazz and blues bands.