As he was born in a family of musicians, Wu Tong learned how to play various kinds of Chinese traditional instruments, such as suona horn and sheng (a reed pipe wind instrument), since he was 5 years old. In 2008, he re-composed for the movie of "Ashes of Time Redux" directed by Kar-wai Wong. He also won the Best Classical Crossover Album at the 52nd Grammy Awards. He is one of the most versatile musicians in China.