Percussionists for Hire in Oxford

Discover 193 professional percussionists available for hire in Oxford, England, United Kingdom. From wedding drummers to party percussion groups, find skilled performers with prices from around £90, an average fee of £300 and a rating of 5 out of 5 from 280 reviews from real clients.

Of the 193 suppliers listed here, 3 are based within 30 miles of Oxford. The other 190 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 280 reviews of Percussionists
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Three or four piece fun clowny pipers and street entertainers, music old and new

Paisley

Scotland · 310 miles away

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Book from £600 (GBP)

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Professional Drummer / Percussionist

Sligo

Connaught, Ireland · 346 miles away

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

Guéret

Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France · 411 miles away

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Book from €800 (EUR)

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Highly experienced drummer all over the world

Heidelberg

Baden-Württemberg, Germany · 465 miles away

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Garry King 'Drummer and Music Producer'

Brive-la-Gaillarde

Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France · 474 miles away

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BLOCO AFRO Percussion ensemble with capoeira

Bordeaux

Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France · 479 miles away

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Santur, darbouka. Ambiance and world music. Cuban and middle eastern classics

Hamburg

Germany · 488 miles away

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Todd James is a drummer for hire

Basel

Canton of Basel-City, Switzerland · 489 miles away

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Jay 'Bear' delivers tiptop drumming services with professionalism & enthusiasm

Stuttgart

Baden-Württemberg, Germany · 504 miles away

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

Zürich

Canton of Zurich, Switzerland · 533 miles away

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DJ & Percussionist for Private Events & Weddings

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France · 546 miles away

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A group of two or three musicians, performing island music on steel drums

Toulouse

Occitanie, France · 577 miles away

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Small marching band playing a repertoire of world music!

Revel

Occitanie, France · 593 miles away

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

Friedrichshain

Berlin, Germany · 625 miles away

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

Milan

Lombardy, Italy · 644 miles away

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Rates for percussionists in Oxford currently range from about £90 to £1,200+ depending on experience level and performance requirements. The average rate of £300 reflects standard pricing for professional percussion. A percussionist based closer to your venue avoids accommodation and long travel charges, which matters most for smaller events. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 230 enquiries for Percussionists at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 27 October 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
38% of enquiries, with birthday parties next at 19%
Typical first reply
Within six hours
71% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About seven weeks
36% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to September
53% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 30 miles
For the 80% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Percussionists available in Oxford

5/5 from 280 reviews
Photo of RASPO Steel Band RASPO Steel Band "I do want to thank you and all your friends in RASPO most warmly for your lovely entertainment at our Summer Festival dinner, which was greatly enjoyed by all present." Based in Reading, England (24 miles from Oxford) Brian - Summer Festival Dinner Photo of Ciaran O’Donovan Music Ciaran O’Donovan Music "Ciaran is a top entertainer- I booked him as a solo vocalist and he really is one of the best singers that I have worked with to date. Everything from all Jazz crooners to Ed Sheeran style upbeat songs, Ciaran has a voice that can do it all. I would absolutely work with Ciaran again and fully intend to." Based in St Albans, England (39 miles from Oxford) Sarah Stratford - Private Event Booker Photo of King Konga - Percussionist & DJ King Konga - Percussionist & DJ "What a fantastic duo! They were excellent from the start, helping us create the vibe we wanted for our wedding. My husband and were blown away by how they interacted with the crowd, knowing exactly when to play what songs for that moment’s vibe. The dancefloor was never empty. Music has always been important to us, and I can honestly say Si and Andy made our wedding day. I have already had friends from our wedding who work within the hospitality industry ask for their details as they are a well-rounded band and make any song memorable. We highly recommend and will be booking again for future events." Based in Bedford, England (43 miles from Oxford) Karri - Wedding (DJ, sax and percussion duo) Photo of Eternal Triangle Eternal Triangle "I met Trevor Watts and his Eternal Triangle band for the first time in 2022 at Cafè Oto in London. It was a fantastic concert, I really enjoyed everything from the band. The percussionist Jamie Harris provided a strong and vigorous accompaniment with his bongos and cymbals, keyboardist Veryan Weston added his immaginific sounds to the ensemble and Trevor Watts stood out for his inventiveness, freshness of phrasing and audience involvement. It was a joy to meet the band members after the show and remain in contact with them over time. We were able to put together a first Italian tour in February 2025 and we're looking forward for new shared adventures. The great musicality of this projects makes it enjoyable from any kind of audience, from people not familiar with creative music to fine jazz connaisseurs. Trevor Watts is undoubtedly one of the main protagonist of European jazz and the work he has done with this band is simply amazing and worth to be discovered. Very recommended (especially when they are on tour!)" Based in London, England (51 miles from Oxford) 12th February 2026 Francesco Spezia Photo of Emmanuel Ayodeji Emmanuel Ayodeji "We had the pleasure of having Emmanuel perform at our recent event, and it was nothing short of fantastic! His talent and energy brought an incredible atmosphere, making the event truly memorable. The music was beautifully played, adding a touch of elegance and excitement to the celebration. My dad absolutely loved it, and all our guests enjoyed the performance. Highly recommend Emmanuel for any event—professional, engaging, and a true musical talent. Thank you for making the night special!" Based in London, England (51 miles from Oxford) Chris - Dad 65th Birthday Party Photo of Sergio Drums Sergio Drums "Sergio was a big part of the Gravey live setup for a few years. Always super solid, easy to work with, and brought a proper spark to every show. Whether it was a packed venue or a mid-week dive bar, he gave it everything. Total pro without ever taking himself too seriously." Based in London, England (51 miles from Oxford) Nick – Guitarist, Gravey

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for percussionists ranges from £90 to £1,200+, with an average of £300. 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 tailored percussive performances.

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.

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.

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.

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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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