The conductor then sings the command for the final rendition of Xian He ("Perfect Harmony") to be performed. A drum and bell are sounded together. Thereafter, the Jin drum is sounded on every first beat and the Yong bell on every third beat.
After the music commences, the Principal Presentation Officer is led by deacons to the incineration site to observe the complete burning of the prayer inscription and the silk spirit-money. The Collateral Presentation Officers and the Assistant Sacrifice Officers position themselves on the southern end of the Da Cheng Hall in front of the Yi Gates, facing the incineration site. The purpose behind "Observing the Incineration" is to express the utmost sincerity during this final stage of the ceremony.