My Top Ten Ocarinas (Youtube Anniversary Special)

[@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

[@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.

[@iLoveZaZa91]

Savannah Seaver i agree

[@confusioneternelle]

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

[@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

[@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"

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@jbfidgit]

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

[@FunTypeofCrazy]

Can you talk about cleaning ocarinas?

[@casthedemon]

PHRASING GODDAMNIT!

[@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

[@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

[@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!

[@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

[@silaswolf17]

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. 😊

[@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!

[@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!

[@-ljk-]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@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;)

[@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

[@casey8898]

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

[@Hunlover123601]

omg the clear high tunes are gorgeous

[@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

[@minaction3]

Maybe do beginner tutorials for pendant ocarinas?

[@evans_design]

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

[@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

[@skewerthis1234]

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

[@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!

[@dawnofthegamer5883]

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

[@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. :-)

[@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.

[@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.

[@Naryoril]

I'm glad to see you back in action. Btw i'm one of those who got inspired and learned from your videos ;) About what i'd like to see in OcTalk: You once made a video about tremolo (by just breathing) and started introducing the concept, but didn't really get to how to actually do it. Back then you said you'd make a second video about it to continue, but never got to it. Or i just couldn't find the video. Or i could just be completely misremembering. Anyway, a video on tremolo would be neat.

[@botmabas5639]

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

[@chimpanzee243]

Happy anniversary David!

[@DavidErickRamos]

Thanks! :D

[@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.

[@EvDatMan]

Happy youtube anniversary David!!!!

[@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!

[@PiscesSenpai]

Dear David, Please do a video all about vibrato!

[@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.

[@optimus8799]

loved the rendition of beer barrel on the contrabass C

[@lazarussevy2777]

I LOVE how Charlie Hind's ocarinas sound and look. I wish I could get a hold of one. I hear he stopped making sweet potato ocarinas like that quite some time ago. ;(

[@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

[@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)

[@thecosplaycrafter8017]

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

[@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

[@S_Luna_N.R]

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

[@gentianetrognon]

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

[@ericveltre4512]

love the princess mononoke theme

[@TheStuntmanx96]

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

[@KestrelM117]

The last ocarina is amazing !

[@koenarnell7571]

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

[@Zoritos64]

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

[@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 :)

[@hilssonangeles5160]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@tbone18202]

i would like to learn how to play lugia song in pokemon 2000

[@thomas_t_n]

ocarina-tabs.com/2012/11/19/lugias-song-video-game-pokemon/ here's a link!

[@TuanHoang-sh7ys]

Bass G

[@TuanHoang-sh7ys]

Here,s a link

[@chriscollins3054]

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

[@SuicidialDolphin]

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

[@sifuculreif6448]

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

[@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 :)

[@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

[@lilHamster9t7]

aw turtleburg sounds like a sad person

[@ZeldaACFan17]

The sound of the ocarina or the name?

[@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!)

[@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

[@SlayerSla]

the last one sounds amazing

[@Bellum1234]

Go David! More great adventures to come!

[@masterpage69420]

Kapora Gaebora Theme FTW!

[@alexanderjefferson1904]

Happy New year's my brother #respect

[@communismwithgiggles2515]

Congrats on 10 years

[@netbirth]

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

[@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 * . *

[@KelmoMusic]

I dont know if it should necessarily be an oc talk, but maybe a video on imperial city ocarinas? I've been looking into them, and they seem really good for the price, but I'd like to see some other opinions on them and there aren't many other videos around

[@pandaant]

Try Solas Ane. It’s a nice song, and it’s got a lot of piccolo and flute stuff ocarinas can do.

[@taylamorris]

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

[@buzzinbethan]

Would love an updated version of this.

[@thisiszeldarowley745]

Hi David, I was watching your videos yesterday and it really made me want to but an ocarina. I did today and I'm so excited. Thank you very much for inspiring me. wish me luck and when I get good I will tag you in a video on twitter to let you know how I am doing. thank you. and good luck

[@Lightsaga]

I just recently got a 12 hole plastic ocarina, and i'm loving it. The only thing, is that even with the accute bend, I still get trouble getting high notes. Upon my research in finding way to improve higher notes, I came upon some discussions of 10 hole ocarina vs 12 hole ocarinas. And how 10 hole ocarinas generally sound better than 12 hole ocarinas. So... yeah, I really wish you could talk about that subject. 10 hole ocarina vs 12 hole. would be really appreciated.

[@sonicfan2651]

As you've most likely already heard David has an OcTalk video which is meant to teach the "acute bend" which is what you're talking about. Also, if you enjoy playing the Ocarina, purchase a ceremic Ocarina, it's far easier to play than most plastic Ocarinas since the don't tend to be well tuned, and it'll sound much better

[@Lightsaga]

sonicfan2651 Oh I know about the technique. My main point is that from research, I found the subject "10 hole vs 12 hole" appear a lot on the internet when talking about quality of sound. And that seems like something worth talking about. I definately enjoy playing the Ocarina, I'm hoping that by next year I can get a Clay one for better quality. Although not sure if to stay with the Tenor range or to go Soprano. I'm kind of limited in budget so I can't really go both ways.

[@bnolsen]

Lightsaga what type of plastic is it? (make and model)

[@Lightsaga]

Brian Olsen It is from STL Ocarina, here's a link to the product: www.stlocarina.com/ztenorpl.html Not 100% sure about kind of plastic, i'm pretty much new to this.

[@sonicfan2651]

That was my first Ocarina, it's a great little instrument to learn on, but mine was sharp, and the higher notes were airy no matter what you did, so if you're having some trouble with that, don't worry a good chunk of it is the instrument. I got my first ceramic ocarina recently, and I was blown away at how much easier it was to play and at how much better it sounds

[@Bara_tiddie_lover]

I love Nancy Rubles music. So pretty.

[@tud-music]

You got me into ocarina as well

[@gelflingmusic9428]

Charlie hind has 3 amazing double harmony ocarinas. Also you didn't mention the pholiphonic ocarinas..

[@imaclooser]

"she feels really good in the hand" Lmao

[@sebastianzaczek]

😏

[@TuanHoang-sh7ys]

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

[@tarnisment7400]

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

[@silversax7860]

Tardis!!! Yass. I'm loving this channel XD

[@deleted3199]

Wow! I like your ocarina music.

[@bnolsen]

The MO-G hardwood is nice but the plastic version plays just as good, much cheaper and much lighter. I think the most wearable of the ocarinas. I use ubizmo's overblow method, top note all open, 2nd left middle finger hole only, then normal below that. I really really wish the muse had one subhole !!!!

[@phoenixofhyrule7342]

@7:53 Damn that song on that Ocarina is absolutely magnificent Is there a full cover for it? And what is it's name?

[@izzyh.3581]

I'm pretty sure it's a song from Princess Mononoke.

[@linkedwolf160]

@@izzyh.3581 pretty late xd, it's Monoke Hime

[@coolboy5428]

No that one is Darude - Sandstorm

[@phoenixofhyrule7342]

@@coolboy5428 ok thanks for the nice lift to that song but that's totally not what i wanted🙂

[@hjf2145]

Can't wait to begin playing! Not sure when I will get it hopefully soon

[@curiosity-corpsofficialinc9273]

the last two sound REALLY nice

[@Xacris]

Holy crap, I love the wooden double harmony ocarina! It seems they aren't available to buy right now, though...