Percussionists for Hire in San Jose

Discover 164 professional percussionists available for hire in San Jose, 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.

All 164 suppliers listed here are willing to travel to San Jose. The nearest is based in San Francisco, 42 miles away.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 210 reviews of Percussionists
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Acoustic Rock & Pop duo for weddings and events - Dúo acústico de Rock & Pop

Madrid

Spain · 5,793 miles away

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Drummer and percussionist player multi instrument available for gigs

Tenerife

Canary Islands, Spain

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

Toulouse

Occitanie, France · 5,814 miles away

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

Zürich

Canton of Zurich, Switzerland · 5,834 miles away

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Small marching band playing a repertoire of world music!

Revel

Occitanie, France · 5,841 miles away

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Flamenco percussion

Seville

Andalusia, Spain · 5,853 miles away

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Aurelio Vargas Drums and bongo man , the best option for your best day

Marbella

Andalusia, Spain · 5,938 miles away

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Gipsy Kings Tribute with all their Greatest Hits!

Benalmádena

Andalusia, Spain · 5,947 miles away

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Flamenco Dance and guitar from dúo to big group.

Barcelona

Catalonia, Spain · 5,953 miles away

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Trio (trumpet/bandoneon, guitar & percussion) brasilian argentine music

Barcelona

Catalonia, Spain · 5,953 miles away

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

Milan

Lombardy, Italy · 5,957 miles away

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Drummer and percussionist - for bands, big bands and more

Rovereto

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy · 5,986 miles away

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Professional session drummer with extensive experience in various genres.

Vienna

Austria · 5,993 miles away

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Atmospheric handpan music for events, weddings & private parties

Vienna

Austria · 5,993 miles away

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Musician, Producer, Live Performer.

Cannes

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France · 5,997 miles away

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

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Rates for percussionists in San Jose 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 235 enquiries for Percussionists at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 27 October 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
28% of enquiries, with weddings next at 22%
Typical first reply
Within 12 hours
63% 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 70 miles
For the 93% based outside the event's town

Reviews of Percussionists available in San Jose

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 (299 miles from San Jose) 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 (306 miles from San Jose) 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 (708 miles from San Jose) 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 (715 miles from San Jose) 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 (871 miles from San Jose) 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 (2,267 miles from San Jose) 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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