Manhu
Country: China
![Manhu, a band based in China who brings to life the traditions of the Yi people, pose with various musical instruments amongst a rock formation outside.](https://artsmidwest.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Manhu-Featured-Photo.jpg)
Bio
Hailing from the Stone Forest of Yunnan Province in southwestern China, Manhu brings to life the traditions of the Yi people, an ethnic minority group with a rich musical history. Playing the hulusheng, a mouth organ made from dried gourds, and even an ordinary leaf used as a reed, Manhu shares instruments and songs that are well-known in their homeland but rarely seen on an international stage. The ensemble has performed throughout China, but this is their first international tour.