Percussionists

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Duo of piano, vocal, percussion that plays all eras of jazz, Latin, and popular

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Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States

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Ideal for weddings, receptions and other events!

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Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States

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I play solo steel drum with background music in a wide variety of styles

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Austin, Travis County, Texas, United States

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Enjoy calypso, soca, reggae and island sounds of Steel Power

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Austin, Travis County, Texas, United States

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Experienced Versatile Drummer

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Noblesville, Hamilton County, Indiana, United States

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🔥 Dynamic, versatile drummer & entertainer available for all events!

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Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee, United States

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Houston based drummer open for live gigs

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Houston, Harris County, Texas, United States

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Jazz-Latin-Blues; Guitar-led Trio; Quartet + vocals/percussion; Quintet + piano

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Cincinnati, Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

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Percussionist

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Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States

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Peruvian drummer based in the North Shore. Looking for cover bands.

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Covington, Saint Tammany Parish, Louisiana, United States

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DJ and live musician for your wedding, party or event

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Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, United States

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Afro-Latin fusion, into vibrant cultural rhythms

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Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, United States

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Solo Steel Drummer for all you Entertainment Needs!

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Tucson, Pima County, Arizona, United States

28 reviews

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Experienced drummer all Genres.

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Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States

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Solo Djembe.Traditional W.African Riddims . Weddings, Celebrations,Healing Arts.

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Las Vegas, Clark County, Nevada, United States

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    About these Percussionists

    A Percussionist will be a fantastic addition to all sorts of musical situations. Browse through this section of Gig Heaven to find excellent drummers for hire.

    There are many instances when you might be looking for percussion player. If you're arranging a private event with a DJ for entertainment, then you might want to consider hiring a percussion player to work alongside them, in order to introduce an element of live performance to the show! Of course, it is important to make sure both parties are aware beforehand. If you're a singer songwriter, then a percussion player will often be an excellent addition to your band, whether you are looking to make a record, or perform on a tour or one off show. In recent years, we've also seen the online session drummer become something of a phenomenon, with many percussion players offering to record their parts from a home studio set up.

    Use gigheaven.com to find the best musicians for hire near you, today!

    The Percussionists featured on this page are part of the huge selection of suppliers available right now on Gig Heaven - the place to find everything you need for a wedding, party or event, anywhere in the world. Use this section to browse through the 314 Percussionists currently available, or use the menus at the top of this page to find the category you are looking for, then narrow down the listings by price and location. You can visit each supplier's listing to view their promotional material; this could be anything from featured images and biographical material/service descriptions, to high-quality video or audio recordings. You can also view previous clients' reviews and testimonials, in order to ensure the quality of your supplier's services. No matter how unique your event is, use the Gig Heaven directory to find the very best photographers, services, caterers or entertainment near to you, anywhere in the world.

    How much does it cost to hire Percussionists?

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    The average price for Percussionists is $613 (USD). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

    Frequently asked questions


    Events that commonly feature percussionists include corporate events, parties, DJ sets needing live percussion, recording sessions, drum circles, team-building workshops and cultural events. Live percussion adds energy, rhythm and a visual element to any performance.

    The percussionists on Gig Heaven include drum kit players, congas and bongos players, djembe specialists, steel pan players, tabla musicians, cajon players, vibraphone players and multi-percussionists. Many are versatile session musicians who can adapt to a wide range of musical styles.

    Many percussionists offer interactive drumming workshops where guests participate together, playing rhythms as a group. This is a popular choice for corporate team-building events, school programmes and festival activities. It is a good idea to discuss workshop formats with the percussionist.

    Most percussionists bring their own percussion instruments and any stands or accessories needed. For workshops, the percussionist often provides instruments for all participants. It is worth confirming what equipment is included, especially for group workshops.

    Pricing for percussionists ranges from $31 to $4020, with an average of $613. Rates depend on the type of percussion, performance duration and the performer's experience. Options range from African djembe and Latin percussion to tabla, cajon and bespoke percussive performances.

    Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

    Booking percussionists as early as possible increases the chance of securing their 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 performances 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% deposit to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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