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El Sobrante, CA 
Percussionist
7 miles from Berkeley 
1 Verified Booking I'm looking for individuals to collaborate with on producing music and gigging. I have a background in Brazilian music and play percussion(primarily congas).…
San Francisco, CA
Jazz Band / Percussionist
10 miles from Berkeley
19 Verified Bookings Nate V. said “Professional and excellent sounding. Would happily have them at an event again.”
San Francisco, CA
Drummer / Percussionist
10 miles from Berkeley
1 Verified Booking Ben W. said “Genisis told me early on she’s been drumming for almost 25 years now and it shows. I had the pleasure of touring with her and her solos were always the…”
In the past year, Percussionists have sent 395 quotes to event planners
Percussionists rank #203 in popularity out of 542 categories on GigSalad
298 Percussionist reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars
Children’s Birthday Parties in Berkeley, CA
From request to booking, it takes 1.4 days (on average) to hire a Percussionist
for Percussionist requests in the United States
Booking a percussionist injects your event with lively rhythms and energetic beats, creating a vibrant atmosphere that guests won’t forget. Their versatile skills can complement various music styles and event themes, ensuring a dynamic and memorable experience for all. Not only can you hire drummers and percussionists to do live performances, but you can also get session drummers for a recording gig or book someone to play drums with your band.
The cost of hiring a professional percussionist in Berkeley, CA will vary depending on the length of the event, the percussionist’s experience, and the complexity of the gig. Hiring a drummer as accompaniment will likely cost less than a soloist who performs a full drum show on their own. Contact local percussionists and drummers for hire to get a customized quote for your special event.
While browsing Berkeley percussionists, look through photos and watch videos to see what is included in their performances. Then read reviews from past clients to learn more about their experience and professionalism. When talking with drummers, discuss important details like performance space, special requests, or setup requirements. Most percussionists will provide their own drum kits or percussion instruments, but you should double-check any other specific needs.
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Please note that these Percussionists may also travel to Albany, Emeryville, Kensington, El Cerrito, Piedmont, Orinda, Canyon, El Sobrante, San Pablo, Moraga, Lafayette, Pinole, St-Margte-Lin, Tiburon, Hercules, Belvedere Tiburon, Rodeo, Sausalito, Presidio, Waldon, San Quentin, Sparkle, Pleasant Hill, Marin City, Crockett, Port Costa, Alamo, Pacheco, Benicia, and Tamalpais-Homestead Valley.
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