Once there was a civil war in which the two opposing armies of men were locked in battle. It was a full moon night, and both sides were at rest. On one side, Colonel Chang sat on the Great Wall and played the bamboo flute. When the soldiers on both sides heard the music they became homesick, and put down their weapons and walked home. The next morning the war was over, without further bloodshed.
Some people say that the tone of the flute brings romance to the ears of all who hear.
The Phoenix, a symbol for romance and happiness, is attracted by the sound of the flute music. Like the image of Spaniards who play guitar under the window, the Chinese play the flute to create a romantic, wooing mood.