My Top Ten Ocarinas (Youtube Anniversary Special)

[@gingin4471]

I didn't know ocarina can come in so many shapes. I thought ocarina comes only in one shape; the hairdryer shape 😂

[@ZeldaACFan17]

XD

[@ZeldaACFan17]

Many people think the classic ocarina shape looks like a hairdryer and I don't know or understand why lol

[@zarifbo3244]

My girlfriend called it the Hot Glue Gun Flute

[@nughtermartin8283]

it's based on a goose's head, in italian ocarina means "little goose"

[@savannahseaver7492]

they should let us play ocarinas in a school band

[@benbowland]

I played one in mine. I normally did marimba and glockenspiel but for a certain song that needed more high notes I got to use my ocarina

[@Linkzegamers]

you are able to but they wont give it to you, you would have to bring it.

[@BigBoi-ku7jj]

It really depends on the band director. My band director is really chill and will let you play any instrument you want, as his job is to get newer generations into music not to shun people for wanting to play a certain instrument.

[@G1lf226]

Savannah Seaver i agree

[@confusioneternelle]

@@benbowland Wait, you really call it “glockenspiel“ in English?! Awesome xD

[@FamilyJules7X]

The 10 hole muse sounds awesome but damn, I'd feel weird just constantly having that face there.

[@guitarguy57able]

Oh my god didn't think I'd see Jules on here haha !

[@shellymai5896]

It sounds 👍👍👍👍 but the face is creepy

[@chloeheavyside1663]

Yeah, I feel like it would be really in the night to come across that

[@gojyo77]

You are the person who unknowingly taught me how to play the ocarina, thank you. :)

[@DavidErickRamos]

Awesome, thanks for letting me know!

[@TuanHoang-sh7ys]

Under the table and chairs in the middle of nowhere and the other day and 🌃 and it will get a hold you in my room for me too 👶 👧 I love the new house in order and get some 😴 tonight

[@TuanHoang-sh7ys]

Bass G 11:20

[@TravelersGarden_dgdr]

This is very interesting. Had no idea that this kind of instrument exists. Sounds ancient & beautiful.

[@Ash-ft5su]

That solo at 19:48 was amazing!

[@GhostBoiiMusic]

Dude... I'm literally almost to tears cause ur so awesome at this and I luv your videos! Keep it up man! God called you to do this!

[@scitails]

Made a sound comparison since I'm deciding which range I want to get first. Time stamps for each type's sounds: (Type listing: 1:38) (Single-chamber) Soprano C: 3:22 Soprano G: 5:26 Alto C: 7:42 Alto F: 9:11 Bass C: 10:50 Bass G: 12:41 Contra Bass G: 14:40 (Multi-chamber) Double AC: 16:10 Triple AC: 17:29 Harmony Double: 19:32 B-flat pendant: 20:28 Great video. Found it very helpful!

[@HouseofMusicSG]

David! your videos are so much fun! Keep on playing!

[@daniellehoelzer4158]

No one in my family know how to play the ocarina, but when I found you on youtube, I can play anything.

[@mephostopheles3752]

That last one sounds really, really cool.

[@mephostopheles3752]

Sorry, number 10, not the bonus one. Although that one is cool as well.

[@victoresnox7832]

I think my favorite sounding one is the bass c by noble

[@jintus33]

Can you make best 10 cheap ocarinas please?

[@DavidErickRamos]

I really like that idea, I'll see if I can make that video soon!

[@jintus33]

[@JamiesonM]

RockyCat I like your thinking! For those just starting out, would be a greatly informative thing.

[@jintus33]

:)

[@HeroOfWar1214]

David Erick Ramos Is a plastic 7-hole Zelda replica Ocarina from Songbird a good choice for a cheap starting ocarina? It seems to be the best for the price.

[@CthulhuRogers]

Happy anniversary, David! I've been watching this channel since about '08. Big thanks for introducing me to the Ocarina. Definitely looking forward to the return of OcTalk. I wouldn't be playing today if it weren't for those videos.

[@ch0colatemilk]

Thanks for everything David. Been subscribed for you for years and you never fail to disappoint.

[@realmetatron]

I think you maybe meant to say it the other way around :D

[@wywyacosta8712]

ch0colatemilk you let him down

[@sameash3153]

lmao

[@jbfidgit]

I would be delighted to find out how to read and write my own ocarina tabs.

[@casthedemon]

PHRASING GODDAMNIT!

[@KestrelM117]

The last ocarina is amazing !

[@spacecats7832]

I've been looking for something to do with my spare time and I think I found it! An instrument that reminds me of my childhood;)

[@aliciahackett4945]

I love this video. This was so helpful to me in navigating the world of ocarinas. I just got my first 7 hole ocarina and am teaching myself how to play. Thank you so much for being such an inspiration to so many, myself included. 💖

[@beatsbybaya3995]

I love your work man! Your my inspiration for playing ocarina! I've recently bought my own zelda replica and learned a lot from your vids! Keep up the good work!

[@mai4187]

I'm a little late to the party but I just wanted to share with you the my overwhelming gratitude. I was never interested in musical instruments until I started watching your videos and now I've become addicted to learning how to play ocarinas so thanks for everything!

[@SlayerSla]

the last one sounds amazing

[@ericveltre4512]

love the princess mononoke theme

[@bluepaw2202]

I got my Ocarina as soon as I got into zelda ocarina of time before I watch these videos. I didn't know how to play well before watching all these videos, thank you for showing me the light and for showing me the joy of songs.

[@ZeldaACFan17]

My gateway into ocarinas was Zelda too xD

[@jinseishiki]

About to pick the ocarina back up again (i used to play a few years back, and unfortunately due to moving I've lost my two ocarinas). Really excited you're bringing OcTalk back! I'm likely going to order a 12 Hole Tenor since it seems like the best option to start off with, although I'm having a little trouble finding an affordable one that isn't plastic. Thanks for all the help DocJazz

[@netbirth]

I really want the mountain ocarinas but of course they're gone lol

[@yolo-art1543]

I ordered a ocarina and I wasn't very interested but I seen your channel and I didn't know there were so many different types of ocarinas now I am practicing each day all thanks to you and you have helped me a lot thank you!

[@Z3RoAnT1]

I currently use a 12 hole ocarina, and I think I'm ready to go to a double ocarina, but I'm not sure how they (for a lack of better words) work. Is it okay if you create a video on double ocarinas? And possibly triple if there's time.

[@Amaiguri]

On the double chamber that I have, there are two separate mouth pieces. You play it like a standard 12-hole and when you get to the top of the scale, you slide over to the other mouth piece and then play with only one of the hands as you hit the final, upper notes. If you get one, it's pretty easy to see how you play it, if you know how to play a transverse. Good luck!

[@CoolTheNephilim]

hey i'm on the same road! hope you do well!

[@bibliophilicsesquipedalian9913]

I am also in the exact same situation, but I already purchased my double ocarina. O.o Little out of my depth here. :D lol.

[@eligregory5493]

Matthew Webber I would love to see a vid on doubles too!!! i got one for xmas and im kinda lost XD

[@casey8898]

I have a dragon scaled sepreno G ocarina and its my precious

[@lilHamster9t7]

aw turtleburg sounds like a sad person

[@ZeldaACFan17]

The sound of the ocarina or the name?

[@oreliagames108]

I had seen your videos earlier this year (2017) and found I wanted an ocarina. I asked my Grammie to get me one and later, had forgotten I even asked. I asked about march/April. Now, itch Christmas Day and I am already using mine. My Grammie did remember and got me the EXACT one I sent her. Thank you for inspiring me to get one! Now I have a secondary instrument and I love playing it! Oh, btw, you earned a new subscriber. 😊

[@curiosity-corpsofficialinc9273]

the last two sound REALLY nice

[@MrPreyas]

I just purchased myself a seedpod ocarina soprano c and I can't wait to play with it! I too got interested in ocarina playing through your channel. The first ever video I watched was your Crossing Field cover. From there I WAS HOOKED! Thank you for sharing!

[@Bara_tiddie_lover]

I love Nancy Rubles music. So pretty.

[@Hunlover123601]

omg the clear high tunes are gorgeous

[@vincentgagnon7779]

Best and easiest ocarina to play/learn for a beginner

[@PiscesSenpai]

Dear David, Please do a video all about vibrato!

[@ViolinNoobie]

I'm considering getting the Focalink Forte Alto C Double ocarina or the Double Alto C Zelda replica in clay from Stl. Do you know which one of them needs more breath? I prefer one with less breath requirements. Thank you :)

[@asianboy508]

Can you make more videos including pendant ocarinas? I feel like they don't get as much love as other types such as sweet potato.

[@cressidamichaloski5250]

And they also are more affordable, at least from what I've seen.

[@rustyfilms8689]

My Names Tommy yes that would be great

[@moonjewelxx]

I just recently got a ocarina and came across your video's..I watch them everyday and I've learned so much. Im a huge zelda fan and was stoked to see you had lots of videos about how to play zelda songs! I hope to one day get as good as you are..Keep posting!

[@-ljk-]

david i LOVED!!! the second to last harmony ocarina! and the song you played was very cheerful and nice

[@Dj76d33p]

realized that... my ocarina influencer is this wonderful one

[@FunTypeofCrazy]

Can you talk about cleaning ocarinas?

[@masterpage69420]

Kapora Gaebora Theme FTW!

[@playrax]

The harmony sounds like a phones numbers it's the best!

[@evans_design]

that's sooo cool! i also love that u have a totoro shirt as well as a doctor who poster

[@dawnofthegamer5883]

Thanks for all the years of putting joy into your work!

[@thecosplaycrafter8017]

That second one from the end is brilliant. I want one now.

[@poop_fossil]

For OcTalk, I would like to see a video all about ocarina guilds. How to join one, who to contact, any prerequisites, etc. Also, a video on plastic ocarinas would be awesome as well. Such as where to find them, which ones are quality, and other general tips on them.

[@SilveredSilhouettes]

I've watched your videos for a long time and I just recently got an ocarina of my own. You definitely influenced my decision to get one and start playing. So, I'm very excited to see what this year has in store for your channel!

[@deleted3199]

Wow! I like your ocarina music.

[@RedLuminous]

I was trying to figure out if my ocarina was anything of quality, and I was surprised to hear you mention it at the end. Songbird's Triforce ocarina was given to me as a gift and it's my first one, I'm happy that it holds up as a good instrument.

[@optimus8799]

loved the rendition of beer barrel on the contrabass C

[@sifuculreif6448]

YES!! MORE OCTALK!!!!!!!

[@heinoo9983]

I've got a 12-hole Alto C Ocarina in Zelda Edition. It's out of ceramic. I'm very contended with it and I can play some pieces on it. The thing is: I got it because of you. Thank you, David. Your "Choosing your first Ocarina" video convinced me to get an ocarina, and now I'm learning to play it. Also this video is great! If it's about design, (from all of the ocarinas you introduced) I would choose the Dragon Tooth Ocarina. Looks brilliant.

[@TheStuntmanx96]

Never knew there was so many ocarinas ...loved the little one at the end

[@RoxyRocksTV]

This is video is awesome!!!! I want more ocarinas XD I can't wait for #octalk !!!!

[@DavidErickRamos]

Thanks, Roxy! You have to be careful or you will want ALL the ocarinas xD

[@RoxyRocksTV]

I already want them all lol I'm obsessed! They are so pretty * . *

[@deezynar]

I have only one request. When you make a performance video, please write the make and model of the ocarina you play in the "About" box.

[@ZeldaACFan17]

basically you want to know what ocarina is being played on a specifics level

[@sketchmarks5270]

They should create finger pads for anyone with small fingers, that way the entire hole could be sealed!

[@monkyaf]

+Mrs. Doodle Journey Kind of like a saxophone?

[@sketchmarks5270]

+Toxic Gaming no, more like rubber gloves for your fingertips lol

[@markgaddie6290]

It would be like a modern ocarina. It would be like the other woodwinds.😁😁😁

[@frogsareop5623]

It wouldn't be too hard to take a pair of gloves you like and add some rubber or foam shapes to the tips.

[@LeeAllanSanders]

Your videos got me started a couple months ago and I've been watching the previous OcTalks, so thank you for bringing them back. :-)

[@chimpanzee243]

Happy anniversary David!

[@DavidErickRamos]

Thanks! :D

[@botmabas5639]

Haha I loved the music you played with your Soprano wooden double, ocarinas are really awesome :D

[@gentianetrognon]

Wowwww!!!! Wonderful collection! I love the multichambers! And all th big ones are very impressive!

[@tauviasiemens3800]

I currently have 3 ocarinas: a 12hole inspired by the elves from Lord of the Rings, a Legend of Zelda themed double, and a plastic triple. I will never do plastic again! As soon as I get the slightest bit of moisture built up inside, I lose a good majority of my notes. My favourite is actually my double. I have heard you can play chords by playing both halves of the double at the same time. I don't know if that's true or not. If it is I haven't figured out how to do it yet. I think my next ocarina might be a wood one. They seem to produce lovely sounds and I think they're more durable than ceramic ones. I'm glad to see that OcTalk is coming back. I particularly enjoyed your "how to play" videos where you took a song (often times Zelda songs) and showed exactly how to play it. Can't wait to see more videos!

[@communismwithgiggles2515]

Congrats on 10 years

[@S_Luna_N.R]

I received a focalink ocarina for christmas today! It sounds beautiful thank you so much for your video on them!

[@chriscollins3054]

This is great my new ocarina is coming in on tuesday and im just starting

[@RikardKarlssonYoutube]

It's been years, I remember when I just a kid and saw your "Song Of Time" video. At first I thought it was just a fake scam video as I didn't knew that Ocarinas really existed! But your video showed me that I was wrong and it changed my life. So today I own over 25 Ocarinas ^^ I will make a Ocarina collection video soon too! :D Thank you David for everything and that you're still here and making videos for us! ^^ I wish you the best! Oh btw, When is your birthday? :)

[@DavidErickRamos]

Dude, that's awesome! Shoot me you're collection video when it's posted, I'd love to check it out. And my b-day is January 14th xD

[@RikardKarlssonYoutube]

I will, Thank you so very much!! ^^ Can't wait to see how many different Ocarinas you have x)

[@FierceDeity64]

David Erick Ramos Oh, so soon!!!

[@benjordan3565]

David Erick Ramos Thats my birthday too!

[@Zoritos64]

I used to watch your videos all of the time, you're awesome and I hope you're doing good

[@xcvsdxvsx]

Princess Mononoki! Nice.

[@SuicidialDolphin]

OMFG I LOVE THAT LAST ONE!!!!! I NEED IT NOW!!!!!

[@imaclooser]

"she feels really good in the hand" Lmao

[@sebastianzaczek]

😏

[@03dallasjs00]

17:40 i saw you slip that frozen song in you cheeky bugger

[@DavidErickRamos]

+Dallas Strickland No one escapes Frozen. No one!

[@karinkashiki2344]

where did you get the small songbird ocarina with the triforce on it?

[@dragongod666sevagoth3]

Dallas Strickland I can tell you're from England!!!

[@kirstyhill1493]

Austin Miller not necessarily lol

[@minaction3]

Maybe do beginner tutorials for pendant ocarinas?

[@taylamorris]

Thanks for this video, helped a lot. I'm ordering the Sopranino Sweet Potato in black speckled corian,

[@skewerthis1234]

So good to see you posting videos a little more often again. Your the first youtuber I watched.

[@einarmikal]

Yeah! OcTalk is back :D Time to start practising again after giving up when the series ended :) Can't wait for the next episode!! It was your first OcTalk episode who made me buy 3 ocarinas the whole way from America to Norway :D

[@xmickx]

by far the best is the first one

[@lucka_animationsvlog9201]

I love your vids you inspired me to play Ocarina

[@koenarnell7571]

Octalk suggestion: What are the the pros and cons of each sub hole style, and in your opinion, which one is better?

[@515leopard]

At first I thought the sculpted Alto f/g was the caterpillar from Alice in Wonderland, but it is beautiful.

[@jonn3318]

I love your videos man! Keep doing good work,like always! And you should do tutorials for Sadness and sorrow,and Can you feel the love tonight! I would really love that.. But still, Happy anniversary! (Sorry bc of my bad english,its not my primary language.. But hopely you understand even half of my text)

[@EvDatMan]

Happy youtube anniversary David!!!!

[@danielleroy5539]

I am in love with Mr. Turtleburg

[@TheBleson]

I have recently bought an ocarina and I practice and play it from time to time. Things I would like to know that would help me to learn are mostly: I would like to know the (best) methods you use to learn a new song from a sheet. Do I try to play it slowly in parts first or where should I start? What are the best places to get sheets from? Can I use clarinet sheets for example or what I should be looking for?

[@theocaratic]

the first place to start with sheet music would be to find the range that you can play on your ocarina. once you have that, you can play most any sheet music that is intended for single note instruments, and even the melody line from some piano sheets. as for the learning of a new song, there are multiple ways of doing this, but if you're slow on reading sheet music i would advise writing the letter beneath the notes so you aren't scrambling to find the note on the ocarina. listening to the song several times also helps a lot with getting it down.

[@TheBleson]

Thank you, this helps a lot. How do I recognize what music sheet is intended for single note instrument and what is not?

[@theocaratic]

TheBleson sheet music for single part instruments will probably come in two types. one is just for that instrument, in which case there will be only one staff and one note at a time. the other is when the instrument is paired up with several others, in a 'full score' type arrangement, in which case you just need to identify the instrument that carries the melody line. also, in the case of music written with melody and harmony (as is the case in many hymnals) or piano music, a good rule of thumb is to look at the highest note on the music for the melody line.

[@TheBleson]

Thanks, this will help me a lot in future! Good thing we have this kind of persons in our community.

[@hilssonangeles5160]

David Your the best! Never Quit! Though I only have 1 twelve-hole Ocarina, i'll keep watching all your videos!

[@AZero887]

I have the tenor Zelda replica that was shown at the beginning it's my first one (and only so far) and its thanks to you that I wanted it I just love your videos they're really good I jut wish I could play more often but my dad gets annoyed by it eventually so...anyways keep up the good work and I hope I can get more ocarinas cause they're awesome! Also I was self taught playing mine so those OcTalk episodes will be very useful to see if I'm doing it right

[@caydeofspaydes]

16:20 - 16:36 Bolero of Fire. Am I right?

[@ryker_the_reaper7995]

yes you would be correct.

[@user-fg2me]

Yea didnt actully notice

[@creepymiku3598]

Shady Back Alley Octoling Yaasss OoT!

[@denzelmusic4297]

People: Do you play the ocarina or the piano? Anyone who can play the tenth ocarina: Yes.

[@Bellum1234]

Go David! More great adventures to come!

[@logicroar]

Mr turleburg: the worlds cutest beast

[@dragnet991]

I definitely have to say chamber switching is my problem area. Between smoothly transitioning, and trying to make the high notes I just chamber switched for sound pure, I have tons of trouble. I have a Double Ocarina of Time from Songbird and it is very beautiful. But because of chamber switching I feel my high notes sound pitchy and very unstable. A video on this would help myself and a lot of others out! Thanks for all the wonderful videos David. One of my favorite things to do is sit down with my Ocarina while watching your videos. (With some cookies and soda of course!)

[@thirdtalent]

I am still calling you Doc Oc - cuz it rox. and it fits - the other Doc Oc is fiction. Good times. Questions: What is the most aesthetic ocarina in your opinion? What is the largest ocarina that is still playable? How low is the lowest note capable on an ocarina? Who is your favorite ocarina musician? Lastly - I may be completely off my rocket but I think the pan flute is a pale comparison to the rich sound of a good ocarina - the ocarina has better note transition and can be used to add so much character to the song - that said would you ever consider remastering some Gheorghe Zamfir for us? namely the piece Einsamer Hirte?

[@tarnisment7400]

thank you for helping me i found the one i want because of you i can now know what tone i want.

[@buzzinbethan]

Would love an updated version of this.

[@garykuovideos]

David, this is a FANTASTIC video! Thank you so much for sharing! I just included ocarina in a new project and hope to work with you someday! Be well and continued success!

[@DavidErickRamos]

+Gary Kuo Thanks Gary, likewise! Just let me know if you ever need an ocarinist! :D

[@garykuovideos]

I will, indeed! You can count on it!

[@BluesRoadHK]

OMG! I'm soooo love the Langley Bass G ocarina!! I guess it's discontinued for a long time. David, please record a song by this ocarina! It's really rare and beautiful~ (Hard to find a 6 hole Bass G pendant on the market~)

[@MrGGMan19]

You are awesome, camee here from searching how to play song of time on guitar, glad i ran into you

[@TuanHoang-sh7ys]

Up to today then you can see the new house is so good to know

[@rachelgreen3023]

Wow alto c sweet potato and turtleburg are my favourite I love how the turtleburg has a soft passionate feel to it but a bit big for my taste I think I'll get the sweet potato for my first ocarina it has both the high and low notes I like but isn't crazy high. thanks for the video it's what got me interested in the ocarina :)