![]() This construction usually either expands the range of the instrument or allows multiple notes to be played at once. Multi-chambered ocarinas (better known as "double" and "triple" ocarinas) – These ocarinas are essentially two ocarinas molded into one body, with two separate mouthpieces and two separate sets of finger holes.Most inline ocarinas have a similar or identical fingering system to transverse ocarinas. Inline – These ocarinas are usually rectangular or oval-shaped and are constructed so that the instrument points away from the musician when played.They are often seen with designs of animals. Peruvian Pendant – Dating from the time of the Incas, used as instruments for festivals, rituals, and ceremonies.This fingering system allows them to achieve a range of between an octave and an octave plus a major second. English Pendant – These are usually very small and portable, and use the English fingering system devised by John Taylor (4–6 holes).They have a range of between an octave plus a fourth and an octave plus a minor sixth. The two most common transverse ocarinas are 10-hole (invented by Giuseppe Donati in Italy) and 12-hole. ![]() Depending on the number of holes, the player opens one more hole than the previous note to ascend in pitch. It has a rounded shape and is held with two hands horizontally.
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