An egg-shaped clay or carved wooden vessel with finger holes and a mouthpiece, producing a soft, mournful voice of modest range. Ocarinas are favored by shepherds and common folk for their ease of play and durability; a player with modest skill can coax sweet, wistful melodies. The hollow, woody tone carries well in quiet spaces, well-suited to lonely nights tending flocks or herds.
Ocarina Flute
Egg-shaped clay-wood vessel with holes; soft mournful voice; shepherd's instrument.