OcaReyna

Hi, I'm Reyna. This blog is a way for me to keep track of my ocarina progress. I've been playing since December 26th, 2023. Feel free to suggest songs for me to try playing :)

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Leaves from the Vine / Little Soldier Boy (Avatar the Last Airbender) - Alto C Ocarina Cover

Ocarina tabs, notes only: G- G F D-| G- G- F E- | E- E- E- D C- | E- E- D C- || G- G F D-| G- G- F- E- | E- E- E- D C- | E- E- D C— ||Ocari

Ocarina tabs, notes only:  G- G F D-| G- G- F E- | E- E- E- D C- | E- E- D C- || G- G F D-| G- G- F- E- | E- E- E- D C- | E- E- D C— ||

Ocarina tabs, with my ornaments: G/a G- F D~E- | G- a/G- F E- | D~E- E- F/E- D C- | E- F/E- D C- || G/a G- F D~E- | G- a/G- F- E- | D~E- E- F/E- D C- | E- F/E D- | C/D C— ||

My first encounter with A:TLA was after piano lessons one day, as I passed by the TV my teacher's kids were watching.

Years later, during my time studying abroad, I came across the show again and decided to watch it. A:TLA soon became my comfort show, welcoming me home after long, tiring days. My time abroad was difficult for many reasons, but thanks to this wonderful show, I was able to find comfort, peace, and joy in the midst of the struggle.

The new live action will definitely tell A:TLA's story in a different way, but I pray that it will keep the same spirit that has changed so many lives, including mine.

Alto C 12-hole ocarina from Night by Noble.

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Leaves from the Vine / Little Soldier Boy (Avatar the Last Airbender) - Bass C Ocarina Cover

Ocarina tabs, notes only: G- G F D-| G- G- F E- | E- E- E- D C- | E- E- D C- || G- G F D-| G- G- F- E- | E- E- E- D C- | E- E- D C— ||Ocari

Ocarina tabs, notes only:  G- G F D-| G- G- F E- | E- E- E- D C- | E- E- D C- || G- G F D-| G- G- F- E- | E- E- E- D C- | E- E- D C— ||

Ocarina tabs, with my ornaments: G/a G- F D~E- | G- a/G- F E- | D~E- E- F/E- D C- | E- F/E- D C- || G/a G- F D~E- | G- a/G- F- E- | D~E- E- F/E- D C- | E- F/E D- | C/D C— ||

My first encounter with A:TLA was after piano lessons one day, as I passed by the TV my teacher's kids were watching.

Years later, during my time studying abroad, I came across the show again and decided to watch it. A:TLA soon became my comfort show, welcoming me home after long, tiring days. My time abroad was difficult for many reasons, but thanks to this wonderful show, I was able to find comfort, peace, and joy in the midst of the struggle.

The new live action will definitely tell A:TLA's story in a different way, but I pray that it will keep the same spirit that has changed so many lives, including mine.

Bass C 12-hole ocarina from Imperial City Ocarina.

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Ballad of the Goddess (The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword) - Alto C Ocarina Cover

Ocarina tabs: D-- | E F G - | c- d | G- E | D-- | G- E | D- C D | G- E || a- | a G F | F E- D G- | E C- | D D E | B A- || a- | a G F | F E-

When I was practicing the second half of this song (which I only found out about yesterday thanks to Nintendo's 2024 LoZ concert), I felt such a rush of joy that I haven't felt before while playing the ocarina. Something about this song is so beautiful and uplifting that I could keep playing it forever.

I know Skyward Sword isn't many people's favorite Zelda game, but its bright colors, compelling characters, and even the motion controls have a special place in my heart. Does anyone else feel the same way?

Alto C 12-hole ocarina from Night by Noble.

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Ballad of the Goddess (The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword) - Bass C Ocarina Cover

Ocarina tabs: D-- | E F G - | c- d | G- E | D-- | G- E | D- C D | G- E || a- | a G F | F E- D G- | E C- | D D E | B A- || a- | a G F | F E-

When I was practicing the second half of this song (which I only found out about yesterday thanks to Nintendo's 2024 LoZ concert), I felt such a rush of joy that I haven't felt before while playing the ocarina. Something about this song is so beautiful and uplifting that I could keep playing it forever. 

I know Skyward Sword isn't many people's favorite Zelda game, but its bright colors, compelling characters, and even the motion controls have a special place in my heart. Does anyone else feel the same way?

Bass C 12-hole ocarina from Imperial City Ocarina.

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Starting a YouTube channel and playing the ocarina in budget cosplay wasn't on my 2024 Bingo card yet here we are 😂

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Music Sheet 16 (Sky: Children of the Light) - Alto C Ocarina Cover

This is one of the first songs I unlocked in Sky, and one of my favorites. Playing this melody is so soothing, in game and in person. I wish

This is one of the first songs I unlocked in Sky, and one of my favorites. Playing this melody is so soothing, in game and in person. I wish my phone's microphone could do it justice.

If you haven't heard of Sky: CotL, please check it out. It's a relaxing, wholesome game that focuses on exploring beautiful lands, socializing with other players, and customizing your avatar--and it's free to play on multiple platforms! Definitely the perfect game to unwind with after a long day. (@thatgamecompany please sponsor me lol)

Ocarina tabs: E G E- C D A- | B C E C, A C B- | E G E- C D b- | G- E C C, A C D- || c b c b a- | G F E C D- | c b c G a- | G F E C A- D- ||

Alto C 12-hole ocarina from Night by Noble.

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Music Sheet 16 (Sky: Children of the Light) - Bass C Ocarina Cover

This is one of the first songs I unlocked in Sky, and one of my favorites. Playing this melody is so soothing, in game and in person. I wish

This is one of the first songs I unlocked in Sky, and one of my favorites. Playing this melody is so soothing, in game and in person. I wish my phone's microphone could do it justice.

If you haven't heard of Sky: CotL, please check it out. It's a relaxing, wholesome game that focuses on exploring beautiful lands, socializing with other players, and customizing your avatar--and it's free to play on multiple platforms! Definitely the perfect game to unwind with after a long day. (@thatgamecompany please sponsor me lol)

Ocarina tabs: E G E- C D A- | B C E C, A C B- | E G E- C D b- | G- E C C, A C D- || c b c b a- | G F E C D- | c b c G a- | G F E C A- D- ||

Bass C 12-hole ocarina from Imperial City Ocarina.

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Fairy Fountain (Legend of Zelda) - Alto C Ocarina Cover

Deviating from my usual setting and hat style but I wanted to share this video I took at the Renaissance Festival. The week before going, I

Deviating from my usual setting and hat style but I wanted to share this video I took at the Renaissance Festival. The week before going, I had practically no time to practice all the new songs I had learned since I was busy crafting my own Master Sword (and sheath), sewing my Link hat, and painting my Hylian ears. Still, despite all the mistakes I made while playing for my fellow LoZ fans, I had such a great time.

Soon after this video was taken, I visited the mermaid aquarium and serenaded the mermaids there with this same song. It was such a magical moment!

Tutorial from @OcarinaWalk. Alto C 12-hole ocarina from Night by Noble.

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Can't Catch Me Now (Olivia Rodrigo) - Alto C Ocarina Cover

I've never read/watched The Hunger Games but this song has taken hold of me and I just needed to try learning it. The idea that goodness can

I've never read/watched The Hunger Games but this song has taken hold of me and I just needed to try learning it. The idea that goodness can never be defeated by evil is so important to think about in these discouraging times. Even when surrounded by complete darkness, one single light will still prevail.

Ocarina tabs: D D♭ B D♭ D / E G♭ b b- / d♭ b d♭ b a G♭- / b b d♭ b / a G♭ E D / E G♭ G♭ E D B A- / D D♭ B D♭ D / E G♭ b b- / d♭ b d♭ b a G♭- / b b d♭ b / a G♭ E D / E G♭ G♭ E D B A- / E G♭ G♭- E- / b b- a- //

Alto C 12-hole ocarina from Night by Noble.

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Can't Catch Me Now (Olivia Rodrigo) - Bass C Ocarina Cover

I've never read/watched The Hunger Games but this song has taken hold of me and I just needed to try learning it. The idea that goodness can

I've never read/watched The Hunger Games but this song has taken hold of me and I just needed to try learning it. The idea that goodness can never be defeated by evil is so important to think about in these discouraging times. Even when surrounded by complete darkness, one single light will still prevail.

Ocarina tabs: D D♭ B D♭ D / E G♭ b b- / d♭ b d♭ b a G♭- / b b d♭ b / a G♭ E D / E G♭ G♭ E D B A- / D D♭ B D♭ D / E G♭ b b- / d♭ b d♭ b a G♭- / b b d♭ b / a G♭ E D / E G♭ G♭ E D B A- / E G♭ G♭- E- / b b- a- //

Bass C 12-hole ocarina from Imperial City Ocarina.

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Narnia Lullaby (The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe) - Alto C Ocarina Cover

I remember every time I watched Narnia growing up, I would always await this scene with trepidation and anticipation. The eerie but beautifu

I remember every time I watched Narnia growing up, I would always await this scene with trepidation and anticipation. The eerie but beautiful lullaby was as mesmerizing as the flames that danced along in the fireplace. It's surreal to be able to play that very song now.

Here's how you can play it too: // B- E G♭ E G♭ G- / a G G♭ E G♭- E♭- / B- E G♭ E G♭ G- / a G G♭ E b- G♭- / B- E G♭ E G♭ G- / a G G♭ E c- G♭- / G a- b G♭- G G♭ E- //

Alto C 12 hole ocarina from Night by Noble.

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Narnia Lullaby (The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe) - Bass C Ocarina Cover

I remember every time I watched Narnia growing up, I would always await this scene with trepidation and anticipation. The eerie but beautifu

I remember every time I watched Narnia growing up, I would always await this scene with trepidation and anticipation. The eerie but beautiful lullaby was as mesmerizing as the flames that danced along in the fireplace. It's surreal to be able to play that very song now.

Here's how you can play it too: // B- E G♭ E G♭ G- / a G G♭ E G♭- E♭- / B- E G♭ E G♭ G- / a G G♭ E b- G♭- / B- E G♭ E G♭ G- / a G G♭ E c- G♭- / G a- b G♭- G G♭ E- //

Bass C 12-hole ocarina from Imperial City Ocarina.

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A Million Dreams (The Greatest Showman) - Alto C Ocarina Cover

I became enamored with this song the moment I first heard it. The wonder and zest for life expressed through the lyrics and melody is someth

I became enamored with this song the moment I first heard it. The wonder and zest for life expressed through the lyrics and melody is something that I think all of us have deep inside of us, though sometimes hidden. Even though I'm still learning, I hope my music can inspire it to come alive once again.

Tutorial by @EasyOcarinaLesson. Alto C 12 hole ocarina from Night by Noble.

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A Million Dreams (The Greatest Showman) - Bass C Ocarina Cover

I became enamored with this song the moment I first heard it. The wonder and zest for life expressed through the lyrics and melody is someth

I became enamored with this song the moment I first heard it. The wonder and zest for life expressed through the lyrics and melody is something that I think all of us have deep inside of us, though sometimes hidden. Even though I'm still learning, I hope my music can inspire it to come alive once again.

Tutorial by @EasyOcarinaLesson. Bass C 12 hole ocarina from Imperial City Ocarina.

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Sounds like you've got plenty of songs lined up! If you do want a LoZ song after those, it belatedly occurred to me that there are actually songs played in-game on an ocarina. Might I humbly suggest Ballad of the Wind Fish from Link's Awakening?

Ack I just saw this ask! I haven't logged onto this blog in a while.

Thanks for the suggestion, Blue! The Ballad of the Wind Fish is definitely one I've been wanting to learn. I'll have to do some research how to though, since the covers I've seen of it were with double-chamber ocarinas to reach higher notes and I only have single-chamber ones. Maybe I can try folding the notes...

Anyways, I'll for sure get to that song one day! For now, I do have many other songs I haven't uploaded yet but plan to as soon as I can. I actually just uploaded my first LoZ cover on YT, but I'll post the links on this blog right now.

Thanks for the ask!

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Concerning Hobbits (Lord of the Rings) - Alto C Ocarina

This is the first song I learned on the ocarina! I grew up with LotR and the Shire theme fills me with so much joy and nostalgia. Anyone els

This is the first song I learned on the ocarina! I grew up with LotR and the Shire theme fills me with so much joy and nostalgia. Anyone else love watching the BTS? The costume/prop/set design videos are my favorites, but the hilarious interviews are great too.

Tutorial from @DavidErickRamos. Alto C 12-hole ocarina from Night by Noble.