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David Ramos
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Ocarinas. Awesome flutes that are older than your NES.
About Me:
 
I was introduced to this amazing instrument the same way many people in my generation were...through the 1998 classic, "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time". Since getting my first Ocarina back in 1999, I've continued to improve my skills and I'm happy to share my playing with you today! Thanks for stopping by and I hope you enjoy the music! - David
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EMAIL: Docjazz4@hotmail.com
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~Frequently Asked Questions~

Q: It the ocarina hard to play?
A: It's actually one of the easiest instruments to play.

Q: How many Ocarinas do you have?
A: Around 80 or so.

Q: How do you learn your music?
A: I started out playing by ear, but I've been using sheet music more often. No, I don't use (or make) tabs.

Q: Where did you get your Zelda Ocarina?
A: It's made by a man named Spencer Register, and he sells them one at a time on EBAY. To find out when the next will be available, visit http://spencersocarinas.com

Q: What kind of Ocarina is your Zelda Replica?
A: It's a 12-hole "Alto C" Transverse. You can find a very similar ocarina at http://songbirdocarina.com. Check out the Sweet Potato section.

Q: What software/hardware do you use for videos?
A: I've used the following gear since 2010...

~ Hardware ~
Macbook
Flip UltraHD Camera
Behringer Xenyx 1622 Mixer
Samson C01 Studio Condenser Mic
Shure SM57 Mic
Behringer UCA200 USB Interface

~ Software ~
Final Cut Express (Multiple video layers)
iMovie 6 (Simple Edits)
Garageband

Q: Why won't you answer my message/email?
A: Unfortunately, I get several dozen's of messages and emails each week, and I don't have time to answer them all. I'll do my best to get back to you when I can, but I can't say if/when that will happen. I will say that the persistent people usually get answers :)
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~ Youtube Milestones ~

12/31/06 - Posted first Ocarina videos
11/2007 - Reached 1000 Subscribers
12/31/07 - 1st YT Anniversary
4/3/08 - Reached 3000 Subscribers
4/26/08 - Reached 4000 Subscribers
6/25/08 - "Song of Time" passed 1 Million views
8/1/08 - Reached 8000 Subscribers
9/12/08 - Reached 10,000 Subscribers
12/5/08 - Reached 15,000 Subscribers
12/31/08 - 2nd YT Anniversary
3/3/09 - Reached 20,000 Subscribers
3/7/09 - "Song of Time" passed 2 Million Views
3/14/09 - Posted 100th Video (Scars of Time)
5/2/09 - "Super Mario Theme" passed 1 Million Views
5/11/09 - Reached 25,000 Subscribers
7/27/09 - Reached 30,000 Subscribers
11/14/09 - Reached 35,000 Subscribers
8/30/10 - Reached 50,000 Subscribers
Influences:
Video Games...obviously. But also good old fashioned hymns. Some of the most beautiful music ever written. Expect some soon...
Sounds Like:
A guy playing ocarina, lol.
Hometown:
San Antonio, Tx
Country:
United States
Docjazz4 Links  
======= Add Me! =======
Twitter - http://twitter.com/docjazz4
Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/Docjazz4
Myspace - http://myspace.com/docjazz4music

======= Other Channels =======
Behind the Scenes - http://youtube.com/Docjazz5
Singing Videos! - http://youtube.com/DavidRamosMusic
Ocarina Gatherings - http://youtube.com/ocarinafestival

======= Other Links =======
Main Site: http://OcTalk.net
Where to buy ocarinas: http://octalk.net/?page_id=65
The Ocarina Guide: http://ocarinaguide.com
Dj4 Fan Map - http://tinyurl.com/Dj4map
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Channel Comments (2385)
JocasteNonaka (1 hour ago)
Very awesome. ^^
stardustdragon164 (9 hours ago)
cool videos i subbed^^
memyselfandthem1 (1 day ago)
So David when are we going to get your version of want you gone? Maybe that and still alive in the same video? Maybe you could learn some other Jonathan Coulton songs too. That dude is epic and amazing and almost as good at guitar as you are at ocarina :)
RJPprods (2 days ago)
oh, and David, do you think you perform the song soul bossa nova (austin powers theme song) on ocarina? if you could, i'd love to hear it!
RJPprods (2 days ago)
@MrHayabusa43 if you go on google or ask.com you could find out.
MrHayabusa43 (2 days ago)
idk know how to message but i want to know how much does a dragons tooth ocarina cost
CLSharpman5000 (4 days ago)
Man, you are so cool. I hope I can play like you someday!! :D
Gonna be ordering my first ocarina soon! Wish me luck!!! :)
jabmoreno (5 days ago)
hey man! i found you on the ocarina app by smule :D
rexlink1 (5 days ago)
hey docjazz do you have any good suggestions of songs for me to play i cant find any fun songs for my 6 hole sopranino or my 12 hole alto please help
AllyRenaeBieber (5 days ago)
hi
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