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Bongo Lizzie

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DJ Percussionist - percussion beats with your favourite music.
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Cambridge
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DJ Percussionist Live percussion 🥁 Roaming bongos 🕺 Improvise to your favourite music 🎧 Range of musical genres 🎵 Happy to travel ✈️ Public Liability Insurance ✅ Bongo Lizzie is an award winning percussionist who performs alongside DJs in the UK and beyond. Adding bongos and more to your favourite house and dance tracks, she gives the music an original feel and energy. Lizzie plays a range of percussion instruments, and brings “pure energy” and a “passion for performing” to the music she plays. She enjoys creating online content as well as playing live to audiences. With a repertoire packed full of dance tracks, house music, techno, pop and more, Bongo Lizzie brings something unique to any event. Bongo Lizzie performs live at events including at festivals, clubs, corporate events, weddings and private parties. From house club nights to disco raves, she enhances the sounds of the DJ with cool percussion beats. Lizzie loves collaborating with DJs and other DJ-live musicians such as saxophone players, violinists, brass players, to make events exciting and memorable. She is an experienced musician, having started playing percussion at the age of 10 and performing across the world since then, from London’s Royal Albert Hall to China’s Forbidden City. She studied in Manchester at the Royal Northern College of Music. All of this experience gives a unique and talented performance that promises to be a spectacle for audiences.

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Bongo's Reviews

From Encore customers:

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Samantha H
10 months ago
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5 out of 5

Lizzie played at our party summer 2023 and went down a storm! Got all the crowd up and dancing! Can thoroughly recommend!! Absolutely fantastic!

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Nitesh S
10 months ago
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5 out of 5

Just wanted to say how professional and talented Lizzie was at our event. She knew exactly what kind of performance we required for our party and did a fabulous job for us all!

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Sandy P
5 months ago, for a Wedding in Norfolk
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5 out of 5

Bongo Lizzie was absolutely fantastic on our wedding party, we had so much fun !. She elevated the party with her energy, jumping as well as performing and adapted to all styles of music. She also worked really well with Carlo on the Sax and our DJ. They delivered a seamless show and worked excellent as a team. We didn't stop dancing 💃🏽

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Paul R
1 year ago, for a Private event in Broadway
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5 out of 5

I am a DJ of 30 years and had the pleasure of playing a gig at which Lizzie was booked. Normally I am not a fan of any kind of bongo or percussion players but Lizzie was fantastic, her energy was amazing and she really helped elevate the night and long after she left many people were coming to me to remark on how good she was. I have subsequently recommended her to some promoters I know and they also came back saying how much they enjoyed her performance. A lovely girl full of great energy and a joy to play alongside.

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Bongo's Song list

The following songs are just suggestions - I'm happy to play along to your DJ's set!
Check out my Spotify playlist at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3lcP29v22gEqRBdxP17lfH?si=24888cbb19594d59
This Girl - Kungs, Cookin' On 3 Burners
Sweet Lovin' - Radio Edit
Cheerleader - OMI, Felix Jaehn
Intoxicated - Martin Solveig
Freed From Desire - Gala
Mr. Saxobeat - Alexandra Stan
Pjanoo - Eric Prydz
Levels - Aviici
Flowers - Sweet Female Attitude, Sunship
Danza Kuduro - Lucenzo, Don Omar
Infinity 2008 - Guru Josh Project
Finder - Carl Cox
I Luv U Baby - The Original
Pump It Up - Endor
Move Your Mody - Marshall JEfferson, Solardo
Million Dollar Bill - Whitney Houston, Frankie Knuckles
Lola's Theme - The Shapeshifters
Make Luv - Room 5, Oliver Cheatham
Stay Around - Milk & Sugar, David Penn
Afraid To Feel - LF SYSTEM
Spectrum (Say My Name) - Calvin Harris Remix
Always - Disco Junkie
Moving on Up - MK Movin' Mix - M People
So Many Times - Gadjo, Alexandra Price
I love Your Smile - W.D.C, Samira
We Found Love - Rihanna, Calvin Harris
Smooth Operator
BED - Joel Corry, RAYE, David Guetta
Finally - CeCe Peniston
I Love It - Icona Pop
Wake Me Up - Aviici
Don't You Worry Child - Swedish House Mafia
Lady - Hear Me Tonight - Modjo
Waiting All Night - Rudimental, Ella Eyre
When Love Takes Over - David Guetta, Kelly Rowland
My Head Is a Jungle - MK Remix, Wankelmut
One More Time - Daft Punk
This Is Real - Jax Jones, Ella Henderson
Turn Around - Phats & Small, Toney Lee
Million Voices - Otto Knows
Music Sounds Better With You - Stardust
Feel So Close - Calvin Harris
September - Earth, Wind & Fire
All Night Long - Lionel Richie
SexyBack - Lucky Luke, Fella
Have It All - Paul Mayson
Just The Two Of Us - Disco Junkie
Sax - Fleur East
One Kiss - Calvin Harris, Dua Lipa
Head & Heart - Joel Corry, MNEK
Sing It Back - Moloko, Boris Dlugosch
Summer - Calvin Harris
Ferrari - James Hype, Miggy Dela Rosa
Free - Ultra Nate
Space Cowboy - Jamiroquai, David Morales
Belly Dancer - Imanbek, BYOR
Rainfall (Praise You) - Tom Santa
Timber - Pitbull, Kesha
Groovejet (If This Ain't Love) - Spiller, Sophie Ellis Bextor
Young Hearts Run Free - Candi Staton, Benji La Vida
Jubel - Klingande
17 - MK
First Time - M22 ft. Medina
All Cried Out - Blonde ft. Alex Newell
How Deep Is Your Love - Calvin Harris & Disciples
Places - Martin Solveig
On My Mind - Disciples
Deeper Love - Mike Mago
So Many Times - Gadjo
Cold Heart - Dua Lipa, Elton John
Giant - Rag'n'bone Man, Calvin Harris
Destination Calabria - Alex Gaudino
In My Arms - Purple Disco Machine
Ain't Nobody - Felix Jaehn
Pasilda - Afro Medusa
Can't Get Enough - Soulsearcher
Infinity - Guru Josh
Show Me Love - Robin S
Ain't Nobody - Chaka Khan
Love Town - Booker Newbury
Somebody Else's Guy - Jocelyn Brown
About Damn Time - Lizzo
Changes - Faul & Wad, PNAU
Baiana - Bakermat
Baby - Bakermat
Piece Of Your Heart - MEDUZA, Goodboys
Uptown Funk - Bruno Mars
Symphony - Clean Bandit, Zara Larsson
Hold My Hand - Jess Glynne
My Love - Jess Glynne
Fade - Solu Music, Kimblee
Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now - McFadden & Whitehead
Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours) - Stevie Wonder
Deep Down - Ella Eyre, Never Dull
My Heart Goes - Becky Hill, Topic
21 Reasons - Nathan Dawe, Ella Henderson
Rather Be - Jess Glynne, Clean Bandit
Summer - Calvin Harris
I'm Not Alone - Calvin Harris
Zonnestraal - MOWE Remix
I Luv U Baby - The Original, Walter Taieb
Stay Around - David Penn
Crazy In Love - Beyonce
So Many Times - Gadjo, Alexandra Prince
Bonkers - Dizzee Rascal
Boogie Wonderland - Earth, Wind & Fire
Disco Inferno - Syzz, Nora Van Elken
Get Lucky - Daft Punk, Pharrell Williams
We Are Family - Sister Sledge
I Wanna Dance With Somebody - Whitney Houston
New Rules - Dua Lipa
Levitating - Dua Lipa
Friday - Mufasa & Hypeman
Sandstorm - Darude
Low - Flo Rida
Toxic - Britney Spears
Dancing Queen - ABBA
I'm Coming Out - Diana Ross
Everybody - Backstreet Boys

Bongo's Prices

Last updated: 2024

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

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£100
Up to 1 hour£350
Up to 2 hours£450
Up to 3 hours£500

Add-ons

Trumpet Player
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Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Bongo Lizzie brings a new energy and feel to music you already love, by adding cool percussion beats. The drumming is high quality and really adds to the music. It's a fun point of interest for your guests and will take your party up a level. I am a quick and clear communicator so you won't be left in any doubt when it comes to your booking!

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

I always try my best to be flexible to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let us know.

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

Yes! I am a DJ as well as a percussionist. I can provide music in both of these forms throughout your event.

How much time do you need to set up?

Set up time is around 45 minutes, depending on how many instruments I bring, and how many microphones I need to set up.

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

Absolutely! I can also play along to music that isn't on the set list, too! Faster tempo tunes work better for me, but that doesn't mean the slower bangers aren't on the cards.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

I bring all of my own instruments, and some microphones. The microphones just need to be plugged into the sound system. Minimum 1 x XLR input.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Yes sure, I'm open to any creative ideas you might have.
Musicianship
Genres:
Pop, Christmas, 1970s era music, 1980s era music, 1990s era music, Jazz, Blues, Jazz fusion, Latin jazz, Modern jazz, Experimental, 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, Electronic, Ambient, Breakbeat, Deep house, Electro-Swing, EDM, Dubstep, Drum 'n' Bass, Electronica, Garage, House, IDM, Techno, Jungle, Industrial, Ibiza club, Triphop, Latin, Samba, Easy listening, Originals
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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:
Arranger, Composer, Fluent improviser, Fluent sight-reader
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