So it turns our the ocarina I was given is not a very good one. It is too airy on the high notes. So that means I get to shop for a new one! That is exciting because I can get exactly what I want. I think I will go for a 12 hole traverse (sweet potato).

I am learning a lot about the instrument on this forum I found. You should check it out if you are serious about learning this instrument:
http://theocarinanetwork.com