Ocarinas / Music

How to Play

Playing the ocarina is easy... Wear the cord around your neck to keep the ocarina handy and safe; breathe steadily into the mouthpiece to make your first sounds; and then cover the holes as directed to play the first tunes in the book.

Because the notes appear in both music and finger chart form, even the least musical mum or dad can have a go themselves, and can help their child to play accurately. Ocarinas are for everyone!

To find your best sound, tilt the string end of the ocarina down towards the ground and breathe steadily into the mouthpiece.

Keep your fingers relaxed as you experiment, opening and covering the holes as you go. Most children begin with the plastic Oc® and Play your Ocarina Book 1:

Eleven notes on the top four holes are great reward for early effort. You'll soon play 22 tunes, with the help of the book, even if you have never played a musical instrument before.

Emma was given the chance to have flute lessons at secondary school and loves the instrument. I blame it all on having an ocarina early on! She still plays her ocarina, especially to try out unfamiliar music.
Parent, Northamptonshire