Percussionists for Hire in San Francisco

Discover 164 professional percussionists available for hire in San Francisco, California, United States. From wedding drummers to party percussion groups, find skilled performers with prices from around $110, an average fee of $400 and a rating of 5 out of 5 from 210 reviews from real clients.

Of the 164 suppliers listed here, one is based within 30 miles of San Francisco. The other 163 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 210 reviews of Percussionists
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Percussion
Percussionist, Performer, Teacher available for On line lessons and recording
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San Francisco

California

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Angelo Velasquez (Drums)

Angelo Velasquez (Drums)
Drummer available for recording, live performance, MD'ing, and band bookings
Percussionist

Northridge

California · 327 miles away

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Lior Dar - Professional Drummer

Lior Dar - Professional Drummer
Professional Drummer
Percussionist

Woodland Hills

California · 328 miles away

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dave norwoods

dave norwoods
singer-songwriter, solo act, with a accompanist violin, keyboard
Percussionist

North Hollywood

California · 336 miles away

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Matthew Crawford

Matthew Crawford
Drummer/Audio Engineer
Percussionist

Burbank

California · 338 miles away

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Freddy Charles

Freddy Charles
World-renowned drummer and accomplished musician operating as a one-man act
Percussionist

Beverly Hills

California · 340 miles away

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Victor Orlando & Fun-Ja-La

Victor Orlando & Fun-Ja-La
Ol Skool Funk & Latin Dance Band. M.C. Host, Actor, Director, Producer.
Percussionist

Hollywood

California · 342 miles away

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The Percussionist

The Percussionist
Professional percussionist playing international rhythms.Latin to middle eastern
Percussionist

Los Angeles

California · 347 miles away

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BA Productions Network

BA Productions Network
Performer/Producer. Perfect for singing for YOUR event or helping YOU compose!
Percussionist

Los Angeles

California · 347 miles away

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Drumspeak - Japanese Taiko Drumming Ensemble

Drumspeak - Japanese Taiko Drumming Ensemble
Japanese taiko drumming for corporate events, weddings, parties and schools
Percussionist

Los Angeles

California · 347 miles away

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Caribbean Dynamics

Caribbean Dynamics
Caribbean and Latin entertainment
Percussionist

Downey

California · 357 miles away

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Friend Productions

Friend Productions
Professional drummer and percussionist, all styles. Good reader, great attitude
Percussionist

Carlsbad

California · 428 miles away

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Savor: A Tribute to Santana

Savor: A Tribute to Santana
Savor was formed to honor the more than 50-year career of legend Carlos Santana
Percussionist

San Diego

California · 458 miles away

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Madam Go-Long

Madam Go-Long
Madam Go-Long is a Female Drummer,Singer, Songwriter,,Musician, and entertainer.
Percussionist

Portland

Oregon · 536 miles away

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Bradley Stell

Bradley Stell
Freelance drummer can bring players
Percussionist

Gig Harbor

Washington · 660 miles away

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DJ Ashe

DJ Ashe
Blending you the hottest records for your event.
Percussionist

Bremerton

Washington · 677 miles away

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Book from $125 (USD)

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Chris Arpad Solo Steel Drum Entertainment

Chris Arpad Solo Steel Drum Entertainment
Solo Steel Drummer for all you Entertainment Needs!
Percussionist

Tucson

Arizona · 754 miles away

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THE LATIN LOVERS

THE LATIN LOVERS
7-piece Latin band, Cumbia, rumba, flamenco, original and cover songs
Percussionist

Nelson

British Columbia, Canada · 849 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Percussionists in San Francisco?

$Low price
from$110USD
$$Average price
from$400USD
$$$High price
from$1,700USD

Rates for percussionists in San Francisco currently range from about $110 to $1,700+ depending on experience level and performance requirements. The average rate of $400 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 234 enquiries for Percussionists at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 10 November 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
28% of enquiries, with weddings next at 22%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
62% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About five weeks
47% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
May to September
51% of events take place in these months
How far suppliers travel
About 80 miles
For the 93% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Percussionists available in San Francisco

5/5 from 210 reviews
Photo of Freddy Charles Freddy Charles "10/10, would like to hire again!!! Thanks Freddy." Based in Beverly Hills, California (340 miles from San Francisco) Richard Moore Photo of The Percussionist The Percussionist "A Professional Percussionist Playing all kind of Rhythms From middle eastern to Latin..." Based in Los Angeles, California (347 miles from San Francisco) Sasoon - Wedding Photo of DJ Ashe DJ Ashe "I would like to send out a huge Thank You to this guy right here. He was absolutely awesome. As a DJ you are going to do great things. Your focus was on point, you remedied problems and took ques as if you had ESP. Anyone who plans on having an event here in Yokosuka and need a good DJ, please look this guy up!" Based in Bremerton, Washington (677 miles from San Francisco) CRYSTAL ADAMS - BIRTHDAY Photo of Chris Arpad Solo Steel Drum Entertainment Chris Arpad Solo Steel Drum Entertainment "Terrific and magical Having Chris come to my cousin's birthday was one of the best decisions I have made. My family thought he was absolutely perfect and loved his music. My cousin was happily surprised and was thankful for his attentiveness. He arrived promptly, set up, and played for the agreed amount of time. What I found so endearing is that he spoke to my cousin to get an idea of what songs she would like to hear. My cousin has a difficult time speaking due to her brain cancer, but Chris was very kind and took the time to understand her. I would definitely keep him in mind for future events." Based in Tucson, Arizona (754 miles from San Francisco) Jannette V Photo of THE LATIN LOVERS THE LATIN LOVERS "So tight! So talented! Amazing performers with impeccable choice in both wonderfully well written originals and stunning covers of crowd pleasing favourites. One of my favourite bands I've ever seen!" Based in Nelson, British Columbia, Canada (849 miles from San Francisco) Gee Campos Photo of Strings Of The Heart Strings Of The Heart "You two were amazing and an absolute joy. Thank you for gifting us with your music!" Based in Metter, Georgia (2,294 miles from San Francisco) 22nd October 2026 Orphne Sicarius - Private Event

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for percussionists ranges from $110 to $1,700+, with an average of $400. 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.

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