Percussionists for Hire in Tampa

Discover 169 professional percussionists available for hire in Tampa, Florida, United States. From wedding drummers to party percussion groups, find skilled performers with prices from around $120, an average fee of $400 and a rating of 5 out of 5 from 214 reviews from real clients.

Of the 169 suppliers listed here, one is based within 30 miles of Tampa. The other 168 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 214 reviews of Percussionists
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Drummer and Percussionist performing hits from the 50's to today

Cincinnati

Ohio · 781 miles away

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Houston based drummer open for live gigs

Houston

Texas · 791 miles away

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I’m a drummer who plays everything from cover gigs at small bars to festivals

Silver Spring

Maryland · 824 miles away

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Drums/Percussion

Dallas

Texas · 917 miles away

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Hang / Handpan Meditation Soundbath For all occasions.

Dallas

Texas · 917 miles away

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6 to 12 Piece Band

Stratford

New Jersey · 924 miles away

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Versatile Session and Gigging Drummer

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania · 928 miles away

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Afro-Latin fusion, into vibrant cultural rhythms

Detroit

Michigan · 994 miles away

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NYC Percussion player available for events. Plays along with Dj, or full band.

Brooklyn

New York · 1,002 miles away

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Live & Session Drummer - Available for Gigs, Rehearsals, Recording, and Touring

Brooklyn

New York · 1,002 miles away

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Experienced Session Drummer and Percussionist in NYC. Live Gigs / Remote Tracks

Brooklyn

New York · 1,002 miles away

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Professional Musician

New York

United States · 1,004 miles away

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Versatile, conservatory-trained freelance drummer

Naperville

Illinois · 1,008 miles away

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Drummer

Harlem

New York · 1,011 miles away

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Drummer/percussionist

Kansas City

Missouri · 1,038 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Percussionists in Tampa?

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Rates for percussionists in Tampa currently range from about $120 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 Tampa

5/5 from 214 reviews
Photo of Duo Sabor Son Duo Sabor Son "We hired Jenny for a Selena Quintanilla tribute and she was even better than what I wanted. She sang all her songs and even wore the outfit. Her voice is amazing." Based in Tampa, Florida Gerardo Tijera - Surprise birthday party Photo of Omilasa Omilasa "The vibración was so positivo omilasa made me feel like dancing with happyness and i spent a lot of money in the bar lol. But it was worth it ." Based in Orlando, Florida (77 miles from Tampa) Shawdow of wolfs - Callejón club fl 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 (308 miles from Tampa) 22nd October 2026 Orphne Sicarius - Private Event Photo of Chris DeRosa Session Drumer Chris DeRosa Session Drumer ""Hey Chris. Digging your sounds... Nice!!!!" - J. "Barry DIA" Long (Mgr HR/Bad Brains) "Kill Ass Drumming!" - Roland Ruby (Damn You Roland Ruby!) "Thanks Chris, you are magic!" - Jason Dennie "Awesomeness!" - James G Barry" Based in Brooklyn, New York (1,002 miles from Tampa) 20th March 2026 J. "Barry DIA" Long (Mgr HR/Bad Brains) Photo of Conga Player NYC/Percussion/CongasAndChill Conga Player NYC/Percussion/CongasAndChill "Words can't explain how blessed we were to book with Danny. He was punctual, flexible with our event, so kind! It felt like he was part of the family & was great about song requests. Definitely book this man! He will not let you down. May God bless you abundantly!" Based in Brooklyn, New York (1,002 miles from Tampa) Brenda Tirado Photo of Alex Alexander Alex Alexander "Alex is always in time, inventive and giving a great feel to whatever he plays on! I highly recommend him as a drummer and percussionist." Based in New York (1,004 miles from Tampa) Joy Askew - Songwriter

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Frequently asked questions

Pricing for percussionists ranges from $120 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.

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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