Quiet clapper music of Longyan is a unique art form that originated in 1901 in the late Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). It became widely popular in urban and rural areas of Longyan city, Fujian, and thus constituted a regional culture with folk characteristics.

The music can be played by a band ranging from five to six people to dozens or even hundreds of people. Various kinds of musical instruments are played during a performance, which is based on silk-stringed musical instruments and many native homemade instruments. There are 45 recognized songs in total.

Quiet clapper music of Longyan is widely played in all sorts of events, including marriages, birthdays, festivals, events and business openings.