![]() ![]() Ocarinas come in a variety of different pitches, from tenor to alto to soprano. These ocarinas are trickier to play and require a lot more practice and hand coordination. A common problem with ocarinas is that they generally have a limited range of notes, which also limits the music that can be played however, to solve this problem there are triple and quadruple chamber ocarinas that allow for a wider note range. ![]() Ocarinas can be virtually easy to learn to play, but the musician needs to have an ear for different note pitches, as mistakes are easily heard on these particular flutes. Ocarinas can be made from wood, ceramic, plastic, glass, etc. The most commonly known shape of ocarinas is the “sweet potato”, but these flutes can come in virtually any shape that allows for a chamber, a mouthpiece, and holes for different music notes. The homeland of the ocarina is debatable, as some claim that the first ocarina came from India, whereas others will argue that it originated in China or Italy. Ocarinas come with a variable number of holes, usually between 5-12 for standard ocarinas, but can surpass twelve holes when using a triple or quadruple chamber flutes. The ocarina is sometimes referred to as a flute (yes, the same “flute” used in The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past). Others, however, will not have a clue as to what an ocarina is, so let’s break down the basics.Īn ocarina is a musical instrument that comes in different shapes, sizes, levels, and keys (tones and pitches). ![]() The term “ocarina” (ah-ka-ree-nah) may be familiar to some people, especially people who are fans of the Legend of Zelda games (namely Ocarina of Time ). ![]()
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