Woodstock Wind Chimes Signature Collection, Emperor Gong, Large 50'' Black Wind Gong EGCLB

Inspired by traditional Asian design, our Emperor Series offers wonderful sound and is intended to reflect balance, harmony, grace and beauty.. . Chinese instrument makers have made gongs for thousands of years and are deserving of their reputation of making the best in the world. Many processes go into creating the special sound of a Chinese Gong, including fine toning as a result of hand-hammering.. . In Buddhism, the gong is sounded at the start and end of each day. In Chinese temples, gongs are struck 108 times because it's believed that sentient beings have 108 types of worries. The teaching is this upon hearing the gong, worries will cease, wisdom will grow.. . Nothing has the ability to transport us to another time and place quite like the brilliant resonance of a gong. For over a thousand years, gongs of various types have played an important role in both the religious and secular music of many Asian cultures. Gongs were sounded to chase away evil spirits, warn of invading armies, heal the sick and invoke the spirits of the dead. To be touched by a gong was said to bring happiness and strength. Today, this revered instrument of warriors, emperors, princes and priests adds a special aura to any setting. Handcrafted using traditional methods, Woodstock Gongs bring the ancient wonders of the Far East home.

High Quality Beautiful Sound - Woodstock Chimes' professional musicians developed this stunning gong with a wonderful sound to bring the ancient wonders of the Far East home Wind Gong Style Wind Chimes for Outside - Great garden decor for outside, outdoor decorations for patio decor and front porch decor. Measures 50'' long from the top of the gathering ring / knot to the end of the wind catcher Made With Long-Lasting Materials - This handcrafted gong is bold in design and resists most weather conditions. Made of black finish ash wood, hand-hammered bronzed brass gong A Perfect Gift - Ready to give in a kraft gift box, this wind gong is a great gift for Birthday, Anniversary, Sympathy, Memorial Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Wedding, Housewarming, Retirement, Christmas or Outdoor Decor Why Woodstock Chimes? - GRAMMY(R) Award-winning musician Garry Kvistad founded Woodstock Chimes in 1979, providing high quality Woodstock Wind Chimes for outside, garden decor for outside, outdoor decor, patio decor and musical gifts