A global discussion forum for Ocarina (the "Original" Wind Instrument) Enthusiasts, Players, Makers, and Anyone interested in this Ancient Musical Instrument aka Sweet Potato, Vessel Flute, Globular Flute and etc...
Our new photo is of ocarinas made by our members for the 2009 Ocarina Exchange. The materials used for construction are varied - from the more commonly used ceramic to bamboo and wood.
So right, Bob, and she'd find the notes will end up all sounding better if tuned in the way you said just now. I've taken your advice on the last two I made
That helps a ton, Thomas! At least I hope so...my ramp doesn't look too shallow, but I know in the past that re-cutting the ramp did make a difference, so I
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Hi Deb Both Bob Wicks and Mike Jones have made good points and I respect their experienced opinions. I also know it is very difficult to diagnose an instrument
Deb, would you mind making up a quick fingering chart and show what is happening. I am not confident that I really understood you from the msg below. We may