Hire James Taylor | Drummer in London

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About James

Drummer / percussionist / vibraphone player based in central London. Classically trained with wealth of live and studio experience.

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London

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I’m James Taylor, a drummer / percussionist based in central London. I like to work collaboratively and creatively with other musicians, composers and producers. I studied drums and percussion with some of the countries top musicians, am a former member of the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain and have performed in venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and at festivals and Rock and Jazz clubs throughout the UK and Europe. I have loads of live, studio and theoretical experience and am not afraid to get stuck into any kind of project or situation - I am an open minded and individual musician, honest and enthusiastic about what I do. Nice to meet you! ______________________________________ Recent playing includes: Drum kit for 'Passing Strange' at the Young Vic Percussion for 'Frank's Closet' at Wilton's Music Hall / West End TV Commercial for Rugby Internationals, Amazon Prime Session percussionist for the BBC Concert Band Studio sessions for platinum selling producer Andy Whitmore

James' Reviews

You are a very talented young musician and we have very much enjoyed working with you.

So if anyone needs a brilliant percussion player for some session work, recording, etc, then i woud highly recommend asking James. And he's a lovely bloke too....

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James' Song list

I am able to play across many styles and genres, both note for note renditions from sheet music and by ear.

For example:

- Jazz Standards

- Indie repertoire

- RnB repertoire

- Rock and Pop repertoire

- Musical Theatre

- Opera

- Contemporary Dance

- Classical music - timpani and percussion

- Dancefloor hits

- Wedding music - vibraphone covers

James' Prices

Last updated: 2025

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

Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£150
Up to 1 hour	£187.50
Up to 2 hours	£275
Up to 3 hours	£375

Customer questions

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

Usually no problem - I'll always be flexible to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible.

How much time do you need to set up?

Depending on setup this can be as little as 30 minutes. With many years of experience I know how to navigate setup professionally for clients and venues.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes, absolutely! I expect to bring my own instruments to play but am flexible to play pre-arranged instruments also.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Yes, absolutely.

Musicianship

Genres:

Christmas, Contemporary Christian, Military, Traditional church music, Classical, Baroque, Classical crossover, Contemporary classical, Early music, Fanfare, Film / TV music, Medieval music, Musical theatre, Opera, Renaissance, Electronic, Ambient, Breakbeat, Deep house, Drum 'n' Bass, Dubstep, EDM, Electro-Swing, Electronica, Garage, House, IDM, Industrial, Jungle, Techno, Triphop, 1920s era music, 1930s era music, 1940s era music, 1950s era music, 1960s era music, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, Folk, Bluegrass, Ceillidh, Country, Folk rock, Irish rock, Rockabilly, Traditional English folk, Traditional Irish folk, Traditional Scottish folk, Jazz, Blues, Cabaret, Dixieland, Gypsy jazz, Jazz fusion, Latin jazz, Modern jazz, Postmodern jukebox jazz, Ragtime, Swing, Barbershop, Gospel, Avant garde, Easy listening, Experimental, Light music, Marching, Noise music, Originals, Pop, Acoustic, Ambient pop, Americana, Covers, Disco, Funk, Funk rock, Hip Hop, Karaoke, Motown, R&B, Soul, Top 40, Tribute, Vintage, Rock, Alternative rock, Britpop, Classic rock, Glam rock, Hard rock, Hardcore, Heavy metal, Indie, Pop rock, Post rock, Power rock, Progressive rock, Punk rock, Rock 'n' Roll, Synth rock, World music, Afrobeat, Brazilian music, Polka, Reggae, Samba, Salsa, Ska, Skiffle

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Instruments:

Drums, Percussion, Vibraphone

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Event types:

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

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Other skills:

Fluent improviser, Fluent sight-reader, Instrumental teaching, Theory teaching, Music therapy, Examiner, Community music worker, Accompanist

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