Percussionists for hire in Durham
Latest reviews of our Percussionists in Durham
"Tobi was great. From booking he was really responsive and engaging. He was able to provide a Sax player. On the night he performed well and entertained the crowd well. Would definitely look to book him again for another event. "
Ryan hired Tobi Ripley for a Private event (available in Durham)
"I couldn’t recommend Max enough, not only was his performance on the night amazing but he was organised, professional and friendly throughout the booking process. Max interacted with our guests so well, playing alongside the saxophonist we had booked and even letting the children we had at the party have a go on the bongos! I had also booked Max as a surprise for my now husband - he very kindly coordinated with the other vendors and our venue whilst keeping his appearance a surprise which I was very grateful for. Would highly recommend! "
Natalie hired Spotlight Percussion for a Wedding (available in Durham)
"Really professional and added to our wedding reception ambience. Would love to work with again."
Pujan hired Shippy London Handpan & Bongo for a Wedding (available in Durham)
FAQs about hiring Percussionists in Durham
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Can any percussionist play my favourite song?
Professional percussionists will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that percussionists may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the percussionist's song list on their Encore profile.
How much time do percussionists take to set up?
Your percussionist will usually arrive about an hour or so before their performance begins to set up and get settled before they start playing. To avoid any delays, make sure the performance space is ready for the percussionist prior to their arrival.
My venue has asked for the performer’s PLI & PAT inspection certificates. What are these?
PLI stands for Public Liability Insurance. This insurance covers damage to another person or their property (it is also known as third party insurance). As many of our percussionists are members of the Musician's Union, they are already covered by PLI up to £10 million. PAT stands for portable appliance testing. Most of our percussionists will already have a PAT inspection certificate for their musical equipment/PA system, which they can provide to your venue if they need it.
Hiring a Percussionist in Durham
Useful information
Percussionists in Durham typically play Rock, Pop, Progressive rock, and most respond to enquiries within an hour. Demand peaks in June, July, August, so if your event falls in that window, it's worth getting in touch early to secure your preferred act.
How much does it cost to hire a Percussionist in Durham?
Prices for Percussionists vary depending on experience, set length, and the size of the act. As a guide, budget Percussionists typically charge around £270 per booking, mid-range acts around £390, and high-end Percussionists from £510 per booking upwards.
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This page was created by the Encore team using data from 1418 bookings and 764 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 9 August 2026
