Drummers for hire in West Sussex

Hire a drummer in West Sussex 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 358 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 Josh Symes Drummer with Encore
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From£180
DrummerBrighton

Drummer with deps for Royal Philharmonic percussionists, UK touring concerts and International playing credits

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Hire Jake Hughes Drummer with Encore
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£160 - £400
DrummerBrighton

I’m a Multi-instrumentalist available for functions, bands and solo performances. I have played drums for 100+ bands of all styles.

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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.

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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 Joe Colfar Drummer with Encore
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From£160
DrummerLeatherhead

Professional drummer from the South East. Looking for live and studio work. Specialising in Reggae, Funk, Rock.

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Hire Simon Adams Drummer with Encore
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From£180
DrummerBrighton

Hi there!...we're one of the UK's most authentic and entertaining Beatles tributes. We're called The Beatles For Sale!

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Hire Harrison Coleman Drummer with Encore
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From£165
DrummerGuildford

Harrison is a brilliant and hard working musician looking for work with a great range of skills and live performance experience.

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Hire Chris Allan Drummer with Encore
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DrummerBurgess Hill

Rock Solid drummer available for gigs, tours, recording and more. 15+ years pro experience inc. international tours & major festivals.

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Hire Taras Pranskus Drummer with Encore
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DrummerPulborough

Freelance drummer available for hire based in Sussex.

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Hire Eevie Taylor Drummer with Encore
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£130 - £330
DrummerGuildford

Eevie Taylor is a freelance drummer based in Surrey. With 8 years of playing experience, she has become a versatile and self-taught player.

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Hire Jamie Parsons piano Drummer with Encore
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DrummerHaywards Heath

Piano player steeped in the New Orleans piano tradition with versatility to play blues, RnB, jazz, gospel, funk and rock n roll

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Hire Kieran  Drummer with Encore
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DrummerBrighton

Well-qualified drummer with lots of experience gigging based in Brighton and Sussex. I can play any basic rock/pop song and read music too.

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Hire Sam Barnes Drummer with Encore
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£100 - £220
DrummerBrighton

If you need a fast-learning professional drummer at the drop of a hat for a one-off performance or longer tour then look no further.

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Hire Phil Drummer with Encore
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DrummerWoking

Experienced Drummer,all genres played,original music and covers!!

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Hire Adam Ede Drummer with Encore
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£187.50 - £437.50
DrummerWorthing

I give 100% energy to any event I play! I like to generate an atmosphere that everyone will enjoy. And song selections for any occasion!

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Hire Chris Harper  Drummer with Encore
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£500 - £687.50
DrummerCrowborough

Indie Pop Artist from the South East. Has supported Jason Allan and Bee Arnold on their UK Tours. Has played at 100s of weddings and events!

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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!

Recent reviews of our Drummers in West Sussex

“Smazing drummer, nice guy, dressed perfectly, so helpful. I highly recommend. Thanks so much, Sam! T”

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Leonna hired Sam Barnes for a Recording session (available in West Sussex)

“Chris is a pleasure to work with. He is a highly professional, talented and reliable drummer. His playing and drumming style brought lots of energy to our songs as a band and to the actual performance at the gig. We highly recommend Chris, as our experience with him was absolutely brilliant and he’s a lovely guy too. We won’t hesitate to hire him again in the future. ”

13 September 2022
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Rhonda hired Chris Allan for a Bar / Club / Venue event (available in West Sussex)

“AMAZING”

28 February 2019
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Robbie hired Simon Whittaker for a Bar / Club / Venue event (available in West Sussex)

FAQs about hiring Drummers in West Sussex

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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 West Sussex

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Popular genres:
Rock, Pop, Folk
Average response time:
9 hours
Busiest times:
May, June, July

How much does it cost to hire a Drummer in West Sussex?

The typical price for a Drummer is:
£Budget£260
££Pro£380
£££High-end£500+

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