Percussionists for hire Near You
Latest reviews of our Percussionists
"We had the pleasure of having Wael perform at our house party this weekend, and he truly transformed the gathering into a festive dancing party. His music made a huge difference to the energy and atmosphere of the evening. He is incredibly talented, generous with his time, and brings so much positive energy to his performance. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to make their event feel special, lively, and memorable."
Mouna hired W44 DRUMS BONGO DARBUKA DJEMBE Percussionist for a Private event
"Absolutely Amazing!! Defintely recommend. Thank you"
Vivienne hired Alex Magni for a Private event
"We had Assaf at our wedding and he was absolutely amazing. He brought such great energy throughout the night, got all of the guests involved, and created an incredible atmosphere from start to finish. Everyone was up dancing and really enjoying themselves because of the vibe he brought. We had so many compliments from our guests afterwards. Highly recommend Assaf if you want someone who can really elevate the party and make the night unforgettable!"
Jasmine hired Assaf on Percussion for a Wedding
FAQs about hiring Percussionists in the UK
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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 Near You
Useful information
Percussionists in the UK typically play Pop, Indian music, and most respond to enquiries within 20 hours. 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 the UK?
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.
A guide to hiring Percussionists
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Our musicians are happy to travel and we can provide artists in any part of the UK and Ireland. We regulary send artists abroad to perform accross Europe (and globally) for special occasions. Use the button to the right to get matched with musicians near you.
This page was created by the Encore team using data from 1314 bookings and 698 verified reviews across the UK.
Last updated: 28 June 2026
