Drummers for Hire in Brisbane

Discover 198 skilled drummers available for hire in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, featuring 128 reviews from real clients with an average rating of 5 out of 5. Rates start from around $140, with typical bookings averaging $440.

Of the 198 suppliers listed here, 5 are based within 30 miles of Brisbane. The other 193 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Caloundra, and suppliers based in Logan City.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 128 reviews of Drummers
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Brisbane based jazz and swing band playing a mix of standards and original music

Brisbane

Queensland

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3 piece band performing pop, Latin, 70s to current day songs

Brisbane

Queensland

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Book from $1500 (AUD)

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Session Musician, performing music of you choice live or in the recording studio

Brisbane

Queensland

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Any type of music

Brisbane

Queensland

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One man band and DJ from 50s to 00s

Logan City

Queensland · 13 miles away

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Book from $100 (AUD)

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Willing to travel to Brisbane

Based more than 30 miles from Brisbane, nearest first

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Coolum Beach

Queensland · 65 miles away

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Book from $125 (AUD)

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Bollywood Drumming

Sydney

New South Wales · 455 miles away

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Book from $400 (AUD)

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Dj - drummer - sound system - lighting

Sydney

New South Wales · 455 miles away

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Kit drums, kit percussion, composition, sound

Canberra

Australian Capital Territory · 587 miles away

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Book from $50 (AUD)

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Brazilian percussionist available for all kinds of events

Melbourne

Victoria · 854 miles away

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Drummer. Rock, heavy metal, blues, disco.

Auckland

New Zealand · 1,422 miles away

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Book from $200 (NZD)

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Like a cross between JackJohnson and Jimi Hendrix. Solo, duo, trio.

Perth

Western Australia · 2,241 miles away

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Tabla and Dhol percussionist

Perth

Western Australia · 2,241 miles away

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Stage Settings Master, Percussions Master, Entertainment Specialist

Nagoya

Aichi, Japan · 4,455 miles away

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Latin Percussionist and DJ

Bangkok

Thailand · 4,526 miles away

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Joyous Celebration 21

Durban

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa · 6,927 miles away

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Book from R5000 (ZAR)

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I’m a Professional Drummer/ Music Teacher

Oakland

California, United States · 7,088 miles away

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Book from $150 (USD)

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Drummer

White River

Mpumalanga, South Africa · 7,128 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Drummers in Brisbane?

$Low price
from$140AUD
$$Average price
from$440AUD
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from$1,500AUD

Drummer hire rates in Brisbane currently range from $140 to $1,500+ depending on experience, equipment needs and performance requirements. Most bookings average around $440, with session work and extended engagements typically commanding higher fees. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 42 enquiries for Drummers at events in Australia, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 13 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within six hours
71% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About six weeks
40% enquire less than a month before the event

Reviews of Drummers available in Brisbane

5/5 from 128 reviews
Photo of Shake the drummer & DJ Shake the drummer & DJ "Shake was amazing at our wedding. His choice of music brought every single guest to the dance floor - young and old, even the non dancers. His live performance of TOOL was truly incredible. He made our special moments memorable for life." Based in Logan City, Queensland (13 miles from Brisbane) 20th September 2026 Ray T - Wedding Photo of Julius Lutero Julius Lutero "Julius was great. Played a good mix of music and blended in perfectly. We got some great feedback from guests and We will definitely have Julius back again." Based in Perth, Western Australia (2,241 miles from Brisbane) 22nd March 2026 Phil Stevenson - 40th birthday Photo of Soek-a-beatz Soek-a-beatz "Thanks for the Epic performance Darshal. You really lit up our geet with your amazing tabla skills. Would definitely recommend you to all!" Based in Perth, Western Australia (2,241 miles from Brisbane) Rohit and Bavisha - Geet night Photo of Camil Díaz Camil Díaz "Camilo was a pleasure to work with. Their enthusiasm and positive attitude made the event enjoyable. They were always willing to lend a helping hand an contributed significantly to success of the event" Based in Bangkok, Thailand (4,526 miles from Brisbane) Konrapee - Countdown Event Photo of Anastasia Eva Anastasia Eva "Anastasia opened the dance floor and created such a vibe. She got the party started with the the whole party dancing and joining in on the percussion." Based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa (7,230 miles from Brisbane) Jason - Birthday Photo of Hip Hop/Rock/RnB Hip Hop/Rock/RnB "Jay KNOWS his Art Such a gifted and dedicated Musician and Music Creator" Based in Krugersdorp, Gauteng, South Africa (7,248 miles from Brisbane) Cwesi Oteng x Hermon Music, - Live Recording Concert/Tours/Studio Production/Songwriting/Live Arrangements/Musical Direction.

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring drummers is $440, with prices from $140 to $1,500+. Pricing depends on the style of drumming, performance length, equipment requirements and whether the drummer is performing solo or as part of an ensemble. Options range from percussive DJ sets and body percussion to traditional acoustic drum performances.

The drummers on Gig Heaven include drum kit players, tabla players, djembe players, cajon players and electronic drum performers. Many drummers are versatile session musicians who can perform as soloists, join an existing band or provide percussion alongside a DJ.

Events that commonly feature drummers include corporate events, parties, product launches, DJ sets that need live percussion, recording sessions and team-building workshops. Live drumming adds energy and visual spectacle to any event.

Many drummers specialise in performing live percussion alongside a DJ set, adding a dynamic, visual element to dance music. This combination is popular at weddings, corporate parties and club events. It is worth discussing this format with the performer when making an enquiry.

Most drummers bring their own drum kit or percussion instruments. For larger venues, microphones and additional amplification may be needed to balance the drums with other performers or a PA system. It is advisable to confirm equipment and space requirements before the event.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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