The Fundamentals of Excellent Performance
Covered topics include:
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The history and capabilities of the transverse ocarina
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Identifying ocarinas designed as serious instruments
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Single chamber versus multichamber ocarinas
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Understanding ocarinas in different keys and octaves
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The fingering systems of single chamber and multichamber ocarinas
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Holding ocarinas, and avoiding hand pain
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Playing the high notes of single chambered ocarinas
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Blowing an ocarina to create a clean, controlled tone
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Playing in tune, and the impact of ambient temperature
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How to approach practice in an effective way
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Identifying playable music, and adapting music to the ocarina
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Performing and using Classical and Celtic articulation/ornamentation
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Recording an ocarina in a studio setting
Finally, this book contains answers to many frequently asked questions, such as:
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Is the ocarina easy to play?
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Is the ocarina a good instrument for young children?
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Why does my ocarina have airy high notes?
If you have questions about playing the transverse ocarina, look no further than 'Serious Ocarina Player'.