Hi bluestreak7cva, The ocarina was the first musical instrument I actually got anywhere with, so you could take that yo mean that they are pretty easy to play....
The Art Of Ocarina Making is now available in print format: http://www.lulu.com/shop/robert-hickman/the-art-of-ocarina-making/paperback/product-20121385.html ...
I suppose a lot of people didn't know about ocarinas until the video game had one. It's kind of a funny way to come to an instrument. Thank you for your...
I just bought one a few hours ago. I looking forward to receiving it. I did buy the ebook a couple of weeks ago or so -I've been so busy, I haven't had time...
Hi Oneeyestalk Thank you, you wouldn't believe the number of beginners I see experiencing problems which are caused by not understanding the basic properties...
I play several woodwind instruments including the clarinet. I learned to play it on my own using the book to get the fingering and then playing music that I...
I'm so sorry I've had to go into a missing-in-action mode. I had some computer problems and then my work went into over load. I had written an answer to your...
If you play woodwinds, then I'm thinking you are practically a genius at the ocarina. You could probably answer my question, and I need an honest answer. If...
Yes, go for it. Just keep in mind that many of the techniques for playiong the ocarina are common with other woodwinds. With that in mind, don't hesitate to ...
Thank you, Mike. I think my next step will be to call the company Mountain Ocarina and talk to someone physically. I've played stringed instruments, but...
Hi Merrie I wouldn't worry about the specific techniques like tonguing etc.. They'll actually come after you've been playing awhile. The most important thing...
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Verne H. Bohlender
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May 24, 2012 3:14 pm
If you know the tune you can play on the Ocarina!!!!!!! You can them the same way from clay or wood. My last two were very expensive though as they must have...
Thank you so much, George. My son is probably going to be the first one to do this as I'm pretty busy at the moment. I can help him a lot, but, like I've...
... So can you play Schubert's Ave Maria???? I know the tune..... I'm probably going to have to physically call the Mountain Ocarina folks so I can talk live...
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Verne H. Bohlender
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May 25, 2012 4:30 pm
If you have the ear for it you can play anything if it;s in the range other ocarina you are holding. e.g. A 4 - 6 hole Ocarina only has so much range where a...
All ocarinas only have a range of about an octave, regardless of how many holes are in them. Each part of a double or triple ocarina also only have a range of...
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Teri Sugg
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May 25, 2012 5:34 pm
Verne, Glad to hear you chime in on this one. Sorry about the stroke... I was wondering why we hadn't heard from you lately. I'm glad you are hanging in...
Ocarinas are limited by there operational physics to an octave and 5 notes (12 holes) at best, though even that is pushing it. This limits the music which can...
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Verne H. Bohlender
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May 25, 2012 8:10 pm
Thanks for that as I sure need it. You're on the nose with me too in not being able to play right for it sure crippled my right hand but as you can see I've...
Hi Verne, I`m glad that you`re still hanging in there! I am also still busy with the ocarinas. Recently I made a crossing between a trumpet and an ocarina....
I'm sorry to hear you've had a stroke, Verne. I hope it was caught early enough that there is little upset from it. I appreciate your imput on the ocarina....
Ah, so my question is maybe answered. If you were to advance and want more of a range, you might consider a double or triple ocarina. When you get into a...
I was thinking it'd be best not to think about making one for now. I think that would come later. I barely understand the instrument now. First I need to...
THE SO,CALLED DUAL SOUNDS GOOD UNTIL THE PLAYER TRIES TO PLAY 2 OCARINAS AT THE SAME TIME. I SUGGEST YOU CONSIDER USING THE KEY PITCH OCARINA. FOR EXAMPLE....
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Verne H. Bohlender
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May 26, 2012 4:48 pm
Wonderful to hear from you Arenda and so glad you are still in the making and the playing. I can still play the harmonica but still need my littlest to work...
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Verne H. Bohlender
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May 26, 2012 4:49 pm
My answer is for a simple test to vary your sound. Find a plastic small necked bottle and take off the lid. Now make a whistle with your mouth while blowing...
Now I know I should have taken that woodwind class. I was scared of the class. It's so silly that when you're in school you have to pay attention to grades...
I've played several instruments, but I've never made one unless you consider experimenting with glasses filled with various amounts of water an instrument...
