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

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