Drummers for Hire in Newport

Discover 219 skilled drummers available for hire in Newport, Rhode Island, United States, featuring 135 reviews from real clients with an average rating of 5 out of 5. Rates start from around $100, with typical bookings averaging $300.

Of the 219 suppliers listed here, 2 are based within 30 miles of Newport. The other 217 are willing to travel there.

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Japanese taiko drumming for corporate events, weddings, parties and schools

Los Angeles

California · 2,582 miles away

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Professional drummer providing drumming services for wedding and corporate bands

North Hollywood

California · 2,585 miles away

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Drummer available for recording, live performance, MD'ing, and band bookings

Northridge

California · 2,592 miles away

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Professional Drummer

Woodland Hills

California · 2,597 miles away

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Experienced Drummer, Singer

Lodi

California · 2,625 miles away

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I’m a Professional Drummer/ Music Teacher

Oakland

California · 2,684 miles away

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Professional Drummer / Percussionist

Sligo

Connaught, Ireland · 2,935 miles away

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Percussionista latin house e di musica classica

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland · 3,036 miles away

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Book from €1000 (EUR)

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Bongos addition to DJ , stand up percussion kit addition to DJ

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland · 3,036 miles away

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Freelance drummer for weddings/band/tours. Owner of Drumology Ireland.

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland · 3,036 miles away

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27 years dedicated to drums and music

Dublin

Leinster, Ireland · 3,036 miles away

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Three or four piece fun clowny pipers and street entertainers, music old and new

Paisley

Scotland, United Kingdom · 3,074 miles away

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Ex Session Drummer and Instructor

Glasgow

Scotland, United Kingdom · 3,080 miles away

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Well rounded drummer with more than 20 years on live experience.

Viana do Castelo

Portugal · 3,154 miles away

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Drummer and percussionist player multi instrument available for gigs

Tenerife

Canary Islands, Spain

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How much does it cost to hire Drummers in Newport?

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Drummer hire rates in Newport currently range from $100 to $1,100+ depending on experience, equipment needs and performance requirements. Most bookings average around $300, 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 216 enquiries for Drummers at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 4 November 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
17% of enquiries, with bar and venue events next at 16%
Typical first reply
Within a day
56% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About four weeks
53% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
All year round
No month has more than 12% of events
How far suppliers travel
About 135 miles
For the 80% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Drummers available in Newport

5/5 from 135 reviews
Photo of Have Gig Will Travel Have Gig Will Travel "get the call .. get the charts show up . play. repeat ." Based in Providence, Rhode Island (24 miles from Newport) band of the week Photo of Fabiandrums Fabiandrums "Hiring the singer and percussionist for our wedding's hora loca was hands down the best decision. Right from the start, the energy of the party skyrocketed. The singer is incredibly charismatic and perfectly masterclass at hyping up the crowd, and pairing that with the live beats of the percussion was on another level—it brought so much power to every song! They managed to get absolutely everyone on the dance floor, even those who usually stay seated at least grand ma and grandpa they were clapping. We highly recommend them if you want a truly unforgettable wedding." Based in Manhattan, New York (146 miles from Newport) 1st July 2026 Carlos Sanchez - SANCHEZ WEDDING 🎉 Photo of Chris DeRosa Session Drumer Chris DeRosa Session Drumer ""Hey Chris. Digging your sounds... Nice!!!!" - J. "Barry DIA" Long (Mgr HR/Bad Brains) "Kill Ass Drumming!" - Roland Ruby (Damn You Roland Ruby!) "Thanks Chris, you are magic!" - Jason Dennie "Awesomeness!" - James G Barry" Based in Brooklyn, New York (149 miles from Newport) 20th March 2026 J. "Barry DIA" Long (Mgr HR/Bad Brains) Photo of Alex Alexander Alex Alexander "Alex is always in time, inventive and giving a great feel to whatever he plays on! I highly recommend him as a drummer and percussionist." Based in New York (150 miles from Newport) Joy Askew - Songwriter Photo of Ba Chinois Ba Chinois "“Kept the vibe perfect all night. Great communication and musical awareness.” — Event Client" Based in Montréal, Quebec, Canada (300 miles from Newport) 11th November 2025 Mr Lee - Festival Photo of Limin Vybz Music Limin Vybz Music "This was our first time hiring Allan for an event and he exceeded our expectations. Great set-up and professional to deal with throughout the process. Thanks for elevating our event this year, we will reach out again in the future. Great job!" Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada (439 miles from Newport) 11th September 2026 Bill Keegan - Mondelez International

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Frequently asked questions

The average cost of hiring drummers is $300, with prices from $100 to $1,100+. 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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