Hi guys, I'm Robert, the creator of Pure Ocarinas. The ocarina became my passion in 2011. Inspired by the unique sound of the instrument, I began researching how to play them well, and how to make ocarinas that sound reliably over their entire range.
Pure Ocarinas make no compromises. They are concert quality musical instruments designed to make complex music easier to play. These ocarinas are comfortable to hold, with great ergonomics, accurate tuning and a minimal breath curve.
Below you can also find an assortment of music to play on the ocarina, and guidance on how to get started or improve your playing.
Reviews:
Concert Quality!
I am very impressed with the sound and quality of my new DAG! It has exceeded my expectations and I can't get enough of practicing with it just to hear the music it makes. My first thought was "this is concert quality!"...The precision that went into making this is astounding. Robert is truly a master of his craft.
My Favorite Alto C
I feel bad for never having reviewed it up till now, because it is hands-down my favorite ocarina that I own. The ergonomics are wonderful, the tone is clear throughout the entire range, and the breath curve is very gentle.
Excellent ocarina! Love it.
I'm very glad I got one of these, while I'm still a fairly inexperienced ocarinist (I've been playing for 3 and a half months at the time of writing this, though I try to get an hour of practice, two if possible in per day) I noticed the ergonomic benefits of this almost immediately.
Best ocarina I own
This is the only double ocarina I’ve bought that I enjoy. I’m a recorder player and play a lot of those in my collection, and got into the ocarina because I thought it would be similar. I’ve become a fan of mostly single chamber transverse and getting them in different keys.
Comfortable and Beautiful
The craftsmanship is impeccable and the blue glaze is immaculate. It is so comfortable to hold and beautiful to play that practising is no chore.
Absolutely beautiful
This ocarina is incredible! The workmanship is top notch and the thing just looks stunning. The ergonomics are great. It also plays like a dream and sounds absolutely incredible. The breath curve feels so natural and its perfectly tuned. Every time I play it my soul gets filled with joy.
Music:
Once you have an ocarina, you may be interested in some music to learn:
Learning and ocarina education
About the ocarina
The ocarina is a 19th century Italian instrument capable of much more than you may expect.
Start playing the ocarina
Get your ocarina playing started on the right foot. Learn the fundamentals that will hold you from beginner to expert.
Reading sheet music
Learn to sight read sheet music on the ocarina with a novel approach. Internalise the common rhythm and fingering patterns of music, then connect them with the visual patterns of notation.
Playing the ocarina by ear
Develop your ear, learn to understand what you're hearing, and perform it on the ocarina.
Teaching workshops
Book Robert to teach a workshop in person, covering topics ranging from the basics, ornamentation, or the performance of Irish music.
Get the book
Serious Ocarina Player will help you to progress your ocarina playing beyond the basics. It details things which affect the sound of an ocarina, what the instrument is capable of, and what to expect from the instrument, all in one place. Learn more--->