Steel Drummers for hire in Ipswich

13 reviews

£300 - £400

D'Vine

Steel drummerBraintree

Bringing Some of the finest Steel Pan Music to your event. From Calypso to Classics. Ska to Soul. World beats to Pop beats. You'll Love it!

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43 reviews

£300 - £550

Kavel Alexander

Steel drummerKingston upon Thames

A Steel Drummer for every occasion! I am flexible to help make your event a success and your experience an enjoyable one!

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34 reviews

From£180

Wade Austin

Steel drummerLondon

Bringing the sunshine to your events with the sound of the Caribbean. From a solo to full band performance.

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25 reviews

£200 - £312.50

MAGARON DESTANG

Steel drummerSouthampton

ready to play and entertain you!!

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25 reviews

£377 - £677

Steelasophical Steel Pan DJ

Steel drummerHigh Wycombe

We bring the Caribbean to you with Music, Sound, Light to Vow, WOW, Mix, Mingle, Wine, Whine, Dine & Dance. Voted the BEST Steel Band UK ..

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18 reviews

£265 - £580

Abdul Williams

Steel drummerLondon

Bringing the sound of the Caribbean to your event, whilst creating a most memorable experience.

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4 reviews

£562.50 - £812.50

Francis The Solo Sensation

Steel drummerSutton Coldfield

Europe's most sought after steel pan soloist for a reason.

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7 reviews

Pan man Gen

Steel drummerPorth

Come on, let's talk music! "I will walk you through fields of gold, I'll be there in a hurry to play your hearts desire. Time of your life..

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5 reviews

£350 - £650

Xotic Steel Rhythms

Steel drummerLondon

Xotic Steel Rhythms are an extremely entertaining band of talented and experienced steel pan musicians who cover different genres

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2 reviews

£187.50 - £375

Robin Gardener

Steel drummerBanwell

Hang for Hire Having played percussion and drum-kit for over 20 years, I play a handpan in several projects as well as at functions.

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5 reviews

£437.50 - £875

James Crossley London Handpan Player

Steel drummerLondon

London Handpan Player. James has a range of sets from mediative to upbeat which can be a perfect addition to events, workshops, or classes.

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11 reviews

£375 - £437.50

Sofia

Steel drummerBirmingham

Sofia steel drummer soloist is from Birmingham , i can provide steel drum entertainment for all events and occasion .

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6 reviews

£650 - £1070

Jarred Tyson-Gooden

Steel drummerLondon

'Sweet Steel Sound'

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4 reviews

£480 - £780

True Vybez

Steel drummerLondon

True Vybez is an extremely entertaining band performing a variety of styles guaranteed to have audiences dancing and singing along.

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2 reviews

Mr Panmaestro

Registrar Approved Wedding Songs for Civil Ceremonies

Steel drummerBirmingham

Steelband, Steelpan, Steelpan Soloist, Steelband soloist, Caribbean music,Weddings, Party, Trinidad, Birmingham, West Midlands, England, UK,

Latest reviews of our Steel Drummers in Ipswich

"It was such a lovely touch to the wedding. and all the guest said how lovely to have the music playing when people are mingling. would definitely book again. Thank you "

Caroline hired D'Vine for a Wedding (available in Ipswich)

Verified Review, 24 August 2025

"Dave was fabulous. I would highly recommend him!"

Katy hired D'Vine for a Birthday party (available in Ipswich)

Verified Review, 27 July 2025

"Fantastic guy he made the party amazing. Thanks so much!"

Jolyon hired D'Vine for a Private event (available in Ipswich)

Verified Review, 21 June 2025

FAQs about hiring Steel drummers in Ipswich

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Can any steel drummer play my favourite song?

Professional steel drummers will often take requests, but you will need to give them plenty of notice. Please also keep in mind that steel drummers may ask for an small additional fee to prepare songs that aren't already on their song list. You can view the steel drummer's song list on their Encore profile.

How much time do steel drummers take to set up?

Your steel drummer 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 steel drummer 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 steel drummers 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 steel drummers 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 Steel Drummer in Ipswich

Nestled in the heart of Suffolk, Ipswich blends historic charm with a growing creative scene. Its beautiful waterfront, medieval streets, and lively cultural calendar make it a welcoming setting for live performances. Whether you're planning an event in the town centre or the surrounding countryside, Ipswich offers a wonderful mix of character and musical talent.

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Popular genres:

Pop, Classical, Jazz

Average response time:

7 hours

Busiest times:

June, July, August

How much does it cost to hire a Steel Drummer in Ipswich?

The typical price for a Steel Drummer is:

£Budget£270

££Pro£390

£££High-end£510+

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