Percussionists for Hire in Portsmouth

Discover 191 professional percussionists available for hire in Portsmouth, 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 275 reviews from real clients.

Of the 191 suppliers listed here, 4 are based within 30 miles of Portsmouth. The other 187 are willing to travel there.

Also covers Chichester, and suppliers based in Fareham, Southampton and Winchester.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 275 reviews of Percussionists
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Professional Drummer available for gig/dep/tour work

Portsmouth

England

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3 piece performing all genres of music

Fareham

England · 5 miles away

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Book from £275 (GBP)

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Sitarist and Indian classical vocalist + a bespoke pop song fusion arrangement

Southampton

England · 15 miles away

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Book from £200 (GBP)

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Passion, skill, and a singers best friend. Rock solid time.

Winchester

England · 21 miles away

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Book from £130 (GBP)

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Willing to travel to Portsmouth

Based more than 30 miles from Portsmouth, nearest first

Morbid funeral themes composed on piano, percussion, guttural and lyrical voices

Bournemouth

England · 35 miles away

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Electrifying and soulful Tabla performances that bring a powerful fusion

Frimley

England · 39 miles away

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RASPO Steel Band offers tailor made Caribbean style entertainment for your event

Reading

England · 46 miles away

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Freelance drummer available for session and live work

Reading

England · 46 miles away

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Premium wedding DJs, saxophonists and live event entertainment

Sutton

England · 54 miles away

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I am solo act - The singing drummer performing songs from past to present

Faringdon

England · 63 miles away

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Zaz

Soulful, dynamic vocals & strictly tasteful covers

City of Westminster

England · 64 miles away

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Book from £555 (GBP)

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Saxophone player and percussionist with DJs and live band. Afro,Hiphop RnB,jazz

London

England · 64 miles away

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Saxophonist, DJ, Percussionist & Pianist (Music For All Your Events)

London

England · 64 miles away

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Elevating Events with Exquisite Steel Pan Performances

London

England · 64 miles away

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Multi percussionist, playing : Bongos, Congas, Djembe, Timbales etc..all styles

London

England · 64 miles away

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Freelance Drummer

London

England · 64 miles away

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High energy visually stunning percussion performance! Drums, Bongos, Roaming

London

England · 64 miles away

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Four-piece Latin Band

London

England · 64 miles away

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Rates for percussionists in Portsmouth 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 228 enquiries for Percussionists at events in the United Kingdom, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 10 November 2026.

Most requested for
Weddings
39% of enquiries, with birthday parties next at 18%
Typical first reply
Within six hours
70% 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
54% 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 Portsmouth

5/5 from 275 reviews
Photo of Morbus Fatalis Morbus Fatalis "They´re amazing! Their live performance is both shocking and cativating! I was really impressed!" Based in Bournemouth, England (35 miles from Portsmouth) Affonso Assad 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 (46 miles from Portsmouth) Brian - Summer Festival Dinner 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 (64 miles from Portsmouth) 12th February 2026 Francesco Spezia Photo of Zaz Zaz "Zaz is just incredible!!! Our guests were blown away by her talent. Her voice is just so good. And whilst we had lots of things to worry about on our Wedding day, Zaz was not one of them. She is such a nice person, super flexible and easy to work with to get the set we wanted just right. And on the big day she looked fantastic, and SHE worked the crowd, the lights, and music with ease, getting everyone up dancing and making sure the night reached a memorable crescendo - Would hire her again, a 100 times over!" Based in City of Westminster, England (64 miles from Portsmouth) Marc & Chris - Wedding 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 (64 miles from Portsmouth) 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 (64 miles from Portsmouth) 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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