This is the online edition of 'Serious Ocarina Player', a book which covers playing the ocarina from the basics, to advanced topics, ideal if you want to progress your ocarina playing beyond the basics. You will find information covering many topics, including common playing techniques, things which affect the sound of an ocarina, and what the instrument is capable of, all in one place.
If you prefer, this book is also available as an Ebook, and paper editions, which you can find here.
The ocarina's fingering system
Tuning and ambient temperature
Playing characteristics and timbre
Multichamber ocarinas & tunings
Practising the ocarina effectively
Dealing with warm or cold environments
Identifying playable sheet music
Modifying music to fit the ocarina
Articulating notes on the ocarina
Ornamentation: rolls, cranns, and strike cranns
Articulation and ornamentation applied
The need for ocarinas in different keys
Approaching music as a beginner
Finding interest in technical exercises
How to approach sheet music as a beginner
Reading rhythms: forget counting
Is the ocarina a good instrument for young children?
Why do I get hand pain from playing the ocarina?
Why do I get a lot of moisture in my ocarina?
Why does my ocarina have airy high notes?
Why does my ocarina sound airy in recordings?
Why does my ocarina squeak on its high notes?
Why does my ocarina sound out of tune?