Drummers for hire in Portsmouth

Hire a drummer in Portsmouth for a performance, recording, event or tour. Whether you need someone to play with your band, play percussion with your orchestra, or add the final touch to your recording, you can choose from 360 of the best professional drum kit and percussion players right here.

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Hire Simon Whittaker Drummer with Encore
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£200 - £300
DrummerPetersfield

Simon Whittaker is a freelance percussionist performing, collaborating and producing in and around the south of England.

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Hire Charlie Carter Drummer with Encore
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£200 - £312.50
DrummerSouthampton

decade + in the industry, sight reader, drum recording facilities, E-Drum player, vocalist, MD, theatres, weddings.

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Hire Laura Day Drummer with Encore
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DrummerPortsmouth

Drummer based in Portsmouth, happy to travel (driver) and bring my kit!

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Hire Daniel Lines Drummer with Encore
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£250 - £625
DrummerPortsmouth

I am a creative and passionate performer and musician with a large amount of experience all areas of the industry.

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Hire Kev Jackson Drummer with Encore
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From£180
DrummerChristchurch

I am a full time musician based in Bournemouth, I play in a number of bands from solo, duo, trio and full band catering for any event!

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Hire Renes BBWI Drummer with Encore
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£160 - £375
DrummerSouthampton

Solo jazz pianist or accompanied by sax player and more if required. I have a residency at The Ivy Brasserie, Winchester and Hilton Hotel.

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Hire Jack Baden Piano Productions Drummer with Encore
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£250 - £450
DrummerSouthampton

Mesmerising Piano & Loop Covers. Ranging from relaxed ballads to upbeat classics, Jack creates the perfect atmosphere for any occasion.

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Hire Alabi John  Drummer with Encore
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£200 - £500
DrummerWinchester

I am a fanatic Morden bassist with the ability to play from jazz to hip pop,funk,gospel ,CCM, Pop, Funk,Afrobeats ,salsa, Cinematic music

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Hire Nathan Cannon Drummer with Encore
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£312.50 - £625
DrummerFareham

Guitar musician and singer travelling the UK and worldwide. Perfect for Weddings, Corporate Events and Parties. Based in Portsmouth.

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Hire Craig Sepala Drummer with Encore
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£180 - £500
DrummerSouthampton

Funky, solid and impacting drummer with plenty of function, dep and agency experience. Looking for new opportunities! Feel free to message!

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Hire JAY GROOVARA  Drummer with Encore
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£160 - £400
DrummerPortsmouth

Improvisationalist Extraordinaire. Simply the most amazing improv artist in the South of England, if not the entire planet!

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Hire Luke Mulhern Drummer with Encore
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From£170
DrummerEast Cowes

Island based musician, teacher, musical director and technician

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Hire George Partner Drummer with Encore
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£150 - £500
DrummerAlton

Experienced pro musician/singer with multiple albums and live performances, and an amazing (and somewhat funny on a good day) performer.

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Hire DJ_NSINO  Drummer with Encore
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£200 - £400
DrummerPortsmouth

Professional DJ. Guaranteed to wow your guest with some Hip Hop, Pop, Afrobeat, Oldies. Real party starter and hype man,

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Hire Assaf on Percussion  Drummer with Encore
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£312.50 - £562.50
DrummerDunstable

From Hedkandi to Tom Jones, Assaf has performed all around the globe+will bring his world class showmanship+infectious energy to your event!

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Hire Sebastian Fernandez Drummer with Encore
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£160 - £380
DrummerLondon

Freelance Drummer and Percussionist available for hire and very willing and prepared to work with all Artists and Musicians.

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Hire Will Jones Drummer with Encore
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£187.50 - £375
DrummerBishop's Stortford

I'm a professional drummer based in Herts, UK. I play with function, cover and tribute bands and am available to dep (substitute) for bands.

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Hire Jack Summerfield Drummer with Encore
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From£180
DrummerHorsham

Having only played professionally for 5 years, Jack has a fantastic reputation playing drums, building an extensive and adaptive portfolio.

Latest reviews of our Drummers in Portsmouth

Simon Whittaker
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"AMAZING"

Robbie hired Simon Whittaker for a Bar / Club / Venue event (available in Portsmouth)

Verified Review, 28 February 2019
Ivan Hoe
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"The boy done good,,Paul our lead guitarist and diva was highly complimentary, Ivan was an amiable chap with all the chops , thank you Ivan the gig was greatxxxx"

Mike hired Ivan Hoe for a Wedding (available in Portsmouth)

Verified Review, 7 September 2024
Jake Perrett
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"Great Friendly reliable and fantastic drummer!"

Sue hired Jake Perrett for a Concert (available in Portsmouth)

Verified Review, 3 August 2024

FAQs about hiring Drummers in Portsmouth

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Will a drummer bring their drums?

When you hire a drummer, the specific equipment you need to provide will depend on the event and venue. For example, some venues which often have live music will be able to provide most of the equipment a drummer will need but for weddings, a drummer will usually bring everything. Always worth double-checking with the drummer beforehand to avoid any last-minute surprises on the day.

How long do drummers usually perform?

It varies from event to event, but drummers typically perform two 45-minute sets. You can always negotiate the set time with the drummer if you’d like them to play for longer or shorter.

How long does it take for a drummer to set up and sound check?

Drummers will take around 20-30 minutes to set up a standard drumkit, but for more elaborate setups (for high-end events for example), it might take up to 45 minutes to set up. Always clarify set-up and sound check times with the musician beforehand to ensure your event flows smoothly.

How much space do drummers need?

The amount of space a drummer needs depends on the size of their kit, however, as a general rule of thumb, drummers need at least 8 feet by 8 feet of space - this will give them enough room to set up their kit and play comfortably.

What genres do drummers usually play?

At Encore, our drummers for hire are often very versatile and can play a wide range of genres, including but not limited to, rock, pop, jazz, blues, metal, and funk. If unsure, always check their song lists on their profiles or get in touch with one of our experts who can help you in finding the perfect drummer for your event.

Hiring a Drummer in Portsmouth

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Popular genres:
Pop, Rock, Electronic
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9 hours
Busiest times:
June, August, December

How much does it cost to hire a Drummer in Portsmouth?

The typical price for a Drummer is:
£Budget£270
££Pro£390
£££High-end£510+

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