Many say the sheng is the predecessor of some reed-instruments in Europe, such as the pipe organ, harmonica and the accordion. Its tonality is known to be quite appealing and used to resemble the sound of wing flapping of a mythical bird in China, the phoenix, symbolizing luck. #MusicTalks | Learn Chinese

The ancient sheng musical instrument originated in China and was introduced to Japan over a millennium ago. While the Japanese sho has retained much of its traditional form, its Chinese counterpart evolved significantly over time, now featuring a three-octave range. Recently, Chinese musician Wu Tong and Japanese musician Mayumi Miyata shared a stage in Beijing, celebrating the shared heritage and artistic developments of these historic instruments. #TheVibe #OsakaExpo2025 #Japan #Horizon https:

1.5K views · 44 reactions | Silkroad artist Wu Tong (@wutong350) has done so much to bring the sheng (Chinese mouth organ) to modern audiences around the world. But now he's reconnecting with its past, exploring a harmonious sound said to bring man closer to nature. (In English, sheng means “birth” or "to give life.") Watch as Wu Tong shares traditional Chinese, Western-influenced rock 'n’ roll, and ancient Chinese styles on the sheng. | Silkroad | Facebook

Created more than 3,000 years ago, the traditional Chinese sheng, a reed pipe wind instrument that’s no walk in the park to play, is believed to have inspired the invention of the accordion and the harmonica. “Without Chinese culture and Chinese creativity, there would be no harmonica, there would be no saxophone,” said harmonica genius Sugar Blue. #TheVibe | China Plus Culture

Have you seen Michael Lee playing the sheng on Orchard Road? The busker tells us more about the ancient Chinese instrument and how he learnt it on his own. | CNA