Percussionists for Hire in United Kingdom

Discover 197 professional percussionists available for hire in United Kingdom. From wedding drummers to party percussion groups, find skilled local talent with prices from £23 and an average rating of 5 out of 5 from 258 reviews from real clients.

Local percussionists offer the advantage of reduced travel costs and familiarity with nearby venues. Browse detailed profiles featuring audio samples, client testimonials, and availability calendars to find the perfect percussion player for your event. Average price £511.

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Performing arts institute specializing in Asian Classical Music

Norway

Oslo, Oslo County

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Band performing real early music (no dress up), Irish and Scottish folk music

France

Guéret, Creuse

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5 Man Band

Germany

Potsdam, Brandenburg

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Ke-Fir is a duo founded in Berlin in 2020 by Antonio Moreno and Sammy El Takriti

Germany

Friedrichshain, Land Berlin

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BLOCO AFRO Percussion ensemble with capoeira

France

Bordeaux, Gironde

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I am a musician with over 20 years of experience, specializing i

Switzerland

Zurich, Bezirk Zürich

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Solo/Duo/Trio/Full Band (up to 7 piece)

Germany

Senftenberg, Brandenburg

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Small marching band playing a repertoire of world music!

France

Revel, Upper Garonne

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Trio hip-hop/funk/techno/tekno/drum n bass/jungle

Italy

Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan

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Drummer and percussionist - for bands, big bands and more

Italy

Rovereto, Trento

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Musician, Producer, Live Performer.

France

Cannes, Alpes-Maritimes

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Professional drummer - sight reading, multiple styles, click & backing tracks

Italy

Mantova, Province of Mantua

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Drummer available to join band

Italy

Venice, Veneto

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Professional session drummer with extensive experience in various genres.

Austria

Vienna, Wien Stadt

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Atmospheric handpan music for events, weddings & private parties

Austria

Vienna, Wien Stadt

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    Hire Percussionists in United Kingdom

    Professional percussionists in your area provide essential rhythmic elements for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. Local musicians offer advantages including venue familiarity, reduced travel costs, and easier coordination for rehearsals and sound checks.

    Local Percussion Services

    Regional percussionists understand the unique requirements of local venues and can adapt their setups accordingly. Many offer services ranging from subtle background percussion during dinner to high-energy performances that get guests dancing. Live percussionists near you often maintain relationships with other local musicians, making it easier to arrange ensemble performances when needed.

    Local Percussion Pricing

    Percussionists in United Kingdom currently range from £23 to £3054 depending on experience level and performance requirements. The average local rate of £511 reflects the standard pricing for professional percussion services in your area. Local hiring typically reduces additional costs like accommodation and extensive travel fees, making professional percussion more accessible for smaller events.

    How much does it cost to hire Percussionists available in United Kingdom?

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    Frequently asked questions


    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.

    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.

    Pricing for percussionists ranges from £23 to £3054, with an average of £511. 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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