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About Giulio

Session drummer with dedication and ability to work independently and collaboratively. Hardworking, versatile and committed.

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Brighton and Hove

Hi, My name is Giulio, I'm an Italian session drummer. I've been studying music since the age of 9; I started with guitar and drums, also playing percussions in a classical youth orchestra called "OfficinaMusiké" as well as singing for three years in a classical school choir. I played drums and percussion in the musical “Little Shop of Horrors” on stage at “Teatro Nuovo,” a theatre in Turin. With a percussion ensemble, I participated in and won the 2011 annual edition of "Turin Live Festival," a cultural, artistic event for young and promising artists, in the percussionists' section. In 2014 I played drums in the orchestra that performed the song "Bella Ciao" in memory of the fascist massacre of 18 December 1922, in “Piazza XVIII Dicembre” in Turin. I was involved with different projects and gigged quite frequently in Turin. I've performed regular freelance work in London in different venues, such as The North London Tavern, Nightclub Kolis, Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Nambucca, The Spice Of Life, Numbersixbar, St James Church (with Sofar London), The Monarch, The New Cross Inn and others. I graduated with First class from ICMP where I've studied with professional drums tutors such as Gabor Dornyei, Fergus Gerrand, Darren Ashford, Richard Patterson and Jon Harris, with formation in Music Performance, Music Education, Music Technology, Music Business, Arranging & Composing. I have experience with software like Logic Pro and Sibelius, can easily sight-read charts and have BVs and live arrangement experiences. I am available for sessions, functions, tours, cruises, live and recorded sessions.

Giulio's Reviews

"Giulio and I had several collaborations in the past 3 years in London. We performed live in different venues around the city varying from minimal acoustic set to live band performances. A trusted collaborator of mine, he’s experienced in teaching drums practice and music theory as well as skilled in live arrangements as session player. Never late to our sessions, he is reliable and always committed to reach his goal. I highly recommend his experience as a musician for many projects."

"I hired Giulio as a session musician for one of my recordings. He came highly recommended and was very professional throughout the entire process. Giulio always had constructive ideas and an ear for details. He even went out of his way to help complete my project when covid-19 caused huge complications regarding the recording process. To this day I am entirely satisfied with his work and would love to collaborate again in the future."

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Giulio's Song list

Blues sample:

"Boom Boom" by John Lee Hooker

"Born Under A Bad Sign" by Albert King

"Cold Shot" by Stevie Ray Vaughan

"Who Did You Think I Was" by The John Mayer Trio

Soul sample:

"Let's Stay Together" by Al Green

"I'd Rather Go Blind" by Etta James

"For Once In My Life" by Stevie Wonder

"You Know I'm No Good" by Amy Winehouse

Rock sample:

"What Is And What Should Never Be" by Led Zeppelin

"You Give Love A Bad Name" by Bon Jovi

"Won't Get Fooled Again" by The Who

"All My Life" by Foo Fighters

Funk sample:

"Papa's Got A Brand New Bag" by James Brown

"You Got To Funkifize" by Tower Of Power

"Living The Life Of A Dreamer" by Alice Russell

"Warlocks" by Red Hot Chili Peppers

Disco sample:

"Car Wash" by Rose Royce

"Everybody Dance" by Chic

"Cosmic Girl" by Jamiroquai

"Don't Be So Hard On Yourself" by Jess Glynne

Reggae sample:

"The Harder They Come" by Jimmy Cliff

"Could You Be Loved" by Bob Marley

"Too Much Too Young" by The Specials

"Rude" by Magic

Country sample:

"Lovin' All Night" by Patti Loveless

"Somedays You Gotta Dance" by The Dixie Chicks

"Me Neither" by Brad Paisley

"Songs Like This" by Carrie Underwood

Pop sample:

"Kids" by Robbie Williams & Kylie Minogue

"Fascination" by Alphabeat

"Feels" by Calvin Harris

"That's What I Like" by Bruno Mars

Latin sample:

"Dindi" by Jane Monheit

"Brazilian Love Affair" by George Duke

"The Rhythm Is Gonna Get You" by Gloria Estefan

"Mas Que Nada" by Al Jarreau

RnB sample:

"Don't Let Go" by En Vogue

"Used To Love You" by John Legend

"Send It On" by D'Angelo

"The Way" by Jill Scott

Metal sample:

"Love Bites (So Do I)" by Halestorm

"I'll See The Light Tonight" by Yngwie Malmsteen

"Hip Today" by Extreme

"Forty-Six & Two" by Tool

Jazz sample:

"In A Sentimental Mood" by Duke Ellington

"Someday My Prince Will Come" from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

"Yesterdays" by Diane Reeves

"How High The Moon" by Morgan Lewis

And much more.

Giulio's Prices

Last updated: 2025

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£225
Up to 1 hour	£250
Up to 2 hours	£375
Up to 3 hours	£565

(Solo Musician) 🌿 Ceremony Performance1 hour

From £249 (plus travel if outside London) • 30 minutes of live music as guests arrive. • 1-2 songs during the ceremony (e.g. processional, signing of the register, recessional). • High-quality backing tracks or acoustic guitar/piano accompaniment (depending on act). • All song requests discussed in advance. 👉 Practical info: • Setup/packdown: Typically 60–90 minutes before the first set • Breaks: Short break between sets (background music always provided) • Travel: Travel within 30 miles of London included Add-ons: • Extra ceremony songs: £25 per song • Early setup (before 11am): £50

£249

(Solo Musician) 🍸 Drinks Reception / Background Set2 hours

From £349 (plus travel if outside London) • 2 x 45 minute sets of live background music during your drinks reception or meal. • Repertoire tailored to create the right atmosphere (jazz standards, acoustic pop, classical, etc.). • PA system provided for up to 100 guests. • Requests can be accommodated with advance notice. 👉 Practical info: • Setup/packdown: Typically 60–90 minutes before the first set • Breaks: Short break between sets (background music always provided) • Travel: Travel within 30 miles of London included Add-ons: • Extra 30 mins live music: £75 • Duo option (add second musician, e.g. guitarist or percussionist): £150

£349

(DJ) 🎵 Evening DJ Set (Standard)4 hours

From £449 (plus travel if outside London) • Up to 4 hours of continuous music (e.g. 7pm-11pm) • Full professional PA system suitable for up to 200 guests • Tailored setlist covering pop, dance, R&B, rock, soul, and party classics • Pre-event consultation to plan your must-play and do-not-play songs 👉 Practical info: • Setup/packdown: Standard setup time is 90 minutes before the first set • Travel: Travel within 30 miles of London included 🎧 All packages include: • Professional sound equipment • A huge library of music across genres • Full consultation to tailor the playlist to your event Add-ons: • Extra hour: £100 • Lighting package (basic): £100

£449

(Solo Musician) 💃 Evening Party Set2 hours

From £499 (plus travel if outside London) • 2 x 60 minute upbeat live sets designed to get guests dancing. • Repertoire covering pop, soul, Motown, and party classics. • Professional sound system included. • Background playlist music between sets provided. 👉 Practical info: • Setup/packdown: Typically 60–90 minutes before the first set • Breaks: Short break between sets (background music always provided) • Travel: Travel within 30 miles of London included Add-ons: • DJ playlist service until midnight: £100 • Song request (not already in repertoire): £40 per song • Lighting package: £75

£499

(Band) 🌿 Acoustic Duo (Daytime Set)2 hours

From £549 (plus travel if outside London) • 2 x 45 min live acoustic sets (+ break) during your drinks reception, wedding breakfast, or afternoon event. • Vocals + acoustic guitar (option to add percussion or keys). • Background playlist included for breaks. • Perfect for creating a relaxed, stylish atmosphere earlier in the day. 👉 Practical Info: • Setup/packdown: We arrive 90 minutes before the first set to set up and soundcheck. • Breaks: Short break between sets (background music provided). • Travel: Travel within 30 miles of London included. 🎶 All packages include: • High-quality sound equipment • Background music between sets • Free consultations to make sure your event runs smoothly Add-ons: • Extra 30 mins live set: £150 • Upgrade to 3-piece acoustic trio: £200

£549

(DJ) 💡 Evening DJ + Lighting Upgrade4 hours

From £599 (plus travel if outside London) • Everything in the Standard Evening DJ Set. • Full lighting package: moving lights, disco effects, and dancefloor uplighting. • Customisable colour schemes to match your event. • Perfect if you want both great sound and a lively visual atmosphere. 👉 Practical info: • Setup/packdown: Standard setup time is 90 minutes before the first set • Travel: Travel within 30 miles of London included 🎧 All packages include: • Professional sound equipment • A huge library of music across genres • Full consultation to tailor the playlist to your event Add-ons: • Extra hour: £100 • “After midnight” surcharge: £150 per additional hour

£599

(Solo Musician) 4 hours

From £799 (plus travel if outside London) • Ceremony performance (as above). • Drinks reception background music (2 x 45 mins). • Evening party set (2 x 60 mins). • First dance performed live on request. • Unlimited consultation to tailor repertoire for each part of the day. 👉 Practical info: • Setup/packdown: Typically 60–90 minutes before the first set • Breaks: Short break between sets (background music always provided) • Travel: Travel within 30 miles of London included Add-ons: • Extra evening set (45 mins): £150 • Late finish (after midnight): £75 per 30 mins • Travel/accommodation (if outside standard area)

£799

(DJ) 🎤 All-Day Wedding DJ Package6 hours

From £849 (plus travel if outside London) • Background music for the ceremony, drinks reception, and wedding breakfast. • Professional microphones for speeches. • Evening DJ set (up to 4 hours) with full lighting package. • First dance song mixed or performed live at no extra cost. • Unlimited consultation to build a day-long soundtrack. 👉 Practical info: • Setup/packdown: Standard setup time is 90 minutes before the first set • Travel: Travel within 30 miles of London included 🎧 All packages include: • Professional sound equipment • A huge library of music across genres • Full consultation to tailor the playlist to your event Add-ons: • Live saxophone or percussion accompaniment: £250–£300 • Karaoke setup (screen + microphones + library): £200 • Early setup (before 2pm): £100

£849

(DJ) 🌟 Deluxe Club-Style Experience5 hours

£1,199 (plus travel if outside London) • Full club-style lighting rig with lasers, strobes, smoke machine, and uplighting. • High-powered sound system for up to 400 guests. • 5-hour DJ set with premium mixing (house, EDM, R&B, hip hop, chart hits). • Pre-event meeting to plan transitions, shout-outs, and energy flow of the night. • Ideal for big weddings, corporate parties, or festival-style events. 👉 Practical info: • Setup/packdown: Standard setup time is 90 minutes before the first set • Travel: Travel within 30 miles of London included 🎧 All packages include: • Professional sound equipment • A huge library of music across genres • Full consultation to tailor the playlist to your event Add-ons: • Additional hour: £150 • “Silent Disco” headset hire (up to 50 headsets): £300 • Full video projection backdrop: £250

£1199

(Band) 💃 Evening Party Band (4-piece)2 hours

From £1,199 (plus travel if outside London) • 2 x 45 min live sets (+ break) from our full 4-piece electric band (vocals, guitar, bass, drums) • Professional PA system & stage lighting for up to 200 guests • Background/playlist music between sets • Tailored setlist covering pop, rock, soul, Motown, and dancefloor classics 👉 Practical Info: • Setup/packdown: We arrive 90 minutes before the first set to set up and soundcheck. • Breaks: Short break between sets (background music provided). • Travel: Travel within 30 miles of London included. 🎶 All packages include: • High-quality sound equipment • Background music between sets • Free consultations to make sure your event runs smoothly Add-ons: • DJ playlist service after band (until midnight): £200 • Saxophonist add-on: £250 • Extra 30 mins live set: £200

£1199

(Band) ✨ All-Day Wedding Package4 hours

From £1,799 (plus travel if outside London) • Acoustic duo for your ceremony and drinks reception (2 x 45 mins). • Full 4-piece evening party band (2 x 45 mins). • Background music provided throughout the day. • First dance performed live (on request). • Professional PA, lighting, and full event support. 👉 Practical Info: • Setup/packdown: We arrive 90 minutes before the first set to set up and soundcheck. • Breaks: Short break between sets (background music provided). • Travel: Travel within 30 miles of London included. 🎶 All packages include: • High-quality sound equipment • Background music between sets • Free consultations to make sure your event runs smoothly Add-ons: • DJ service until 1am: £350 • Ceremony song requests (up to 3 songs): £100 • Late finish (after midnight): £100 per half hour

£1799

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

My involvement and my energy on stage!

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

The North London Tavern, Nightclub Kolis, Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Nambucca, The Spice Of Life, Numbersixbar, St James Church (with Sofar London), The Monarch, The New Cross Inn and others.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Countless amazing Funk, Fusion and Progressive drummers, including Gavin Harrison, Dave Weckl, Vinnie Colaiuta, Jeff Porcaro, Steve Gadd, Mike Portnoy, Dennis Chambers, Danny Carey, and more.

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

Acoustic set at Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Central London.

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

Not a problem at all - just let me know if there are change to timings. I'm very flexible!

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

N/A

How much time do you need to set up?

It usually takes me around 30 minutes to set up and soundcheck / tune.

Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?

N/A

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes, absolutely! I bring my own instrument to play acoustically.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Sure - feel free to send me any material you'd like me to learn ahead of the gig. Depending on the time available, there might be a limit on the number of new tracks I'm able to learn.

Musicianship

Genres:

Pop

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Instruments:

Drums, Singer, Singing guitarist

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Event types:

Bar / Club / Venue event, Concert, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve

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