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Drummers San Diego, CA

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87 Drummers serving San Diego, CA

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Dynamic Drummer, Santiago

5.0 (1)
Top Performer
2 Verified bookings

  • San Diego, CA
  • Drummer
  • $100 and up

John B. said “Santiago was professional, incredibly friendly, and truly brought magic to our African celebration. His drumming added a deep, powerful energy to our performance in ways I didn’t even know were... ”

Brendan McCourt

5.0 (1)
2 Verified bookings

  • San Diego, CA
  • Drummer
  • Contact for rates; $200 minimum

Camilo E. said “Brendan is both extremely professional and talented. He showed up on time, asked all the right questions, and played exceptionally well. I highly recommend him. ”

Chris Martínez

1 Verified booking

  • Chula Vista, CA
  • Drummer
  • 7 miles from San Diego
  • $200-$500+

Greetings! My name is Chris Martinez, Chula Vista CA, based drummer with 15+ years of experience. I specialize in: Rock, Metal, Hardcore, Pop & Worship...

  • San Diego, CA
  • Drummer
  • Contact for rates

I am a drummer and have been for 20+ years. I am currently in a metal band called Blackcast but I am well versed in other styles of music such as jazz, funk,...

  • San Diego, CA
  • Drummer
  • Contact for rates

Hi, I'm John Martinez, an experienced drummer based in San Diego. From jazz clubs to fusion concerts, I offer a unique blend of talent and professionalism for...

  • San Diego, CA
  • Drummer
  • Contact for rates

I’m a primarily a drummer and multi-percussionist. I’m also somewhat of a vibraphonist, composer, rhythm guitarist, and singer. Grew up playing rock as a kid...

  • San Diego, CA
  • Drummer
  • $100 and up

I play drum set and various other percussion instruments, ranging from many styles, including rock, jazz, orchestral, broadway, and pop! I'm available for...

  • San Diego, CA
  • Drummer
  • Contact for rates

Luke K. said “Very professional, we needed a substitute drummer for a gig on short notice. Showed up prepared and did an excellent job! ”

  • San Diego, CA
  • Drummer
  • Contact for rates

I'm a very humble pocket drummer. I love to play and enjoy keeping the tempo and rhythm for the singers and the rest of the band!

  • San Diego, CA
  • Drummer
  • Contact for rates

Hello, my name is Darius, and I’m a local drummer in SD. I’ve been playing drums my whole life. Looking to play gospel and Christian music, as this is what...

Jhun on Drums

5.0 (5)

  • Chula Vista, CA
  • Drummer
  • 7 miles from San Diego
  • Starting at $250

Dondon M. said “Excellent drummer that easy to work with, Quiet, Nice, Cool and very professional. Highly recommended. ”

  • La Mesa, CA
  • Drummer
  • 9 miles from San Diego
  • Contact for rates

Professional Drummer - Rock, Pop, Country, Jazz, Brazilian, Afro-Cuban, Big Band. For parties, events, clubs, showcases, shows/musicals and recording.

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Quick facts for Drummers in San Diego, CA

1,000 quotes sent

In the past year, Drummers have sent 1,000 quotes to event planners.

141st most popular

Drummers rank #141 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

4.9 out of 5 stars

There are 863 Drummer reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

San Diego ranks #10

San Diego is the 10th most popular city for Drummers requests in California.

Popular events

Drummers are typically hired for Concerts, Nightclub Events, and Wedding Receptions in San Diego, CA.

California ranks #1

California is the most popular state for Drummers requests in the United States.

About booking Drummers in San Diego, CA

Drum performances will create an upbeat atmosphere at any event! A professional drummer can be a dynamic and versatile addition to your wedding, festival, corporate event, or parade. Spice up a grand entrance, energize the crowd with high-energy background music, or get the most out of a recording session by hiring one of the talented drummers listed above.

The cost of hiring a professional drummer in San Diego, California will vary depending on the length of the event, the drummer’s experience, and any special requests you have. A drummer who must learn new music for an event may cost more than one who is playing from an established setlist. If you need a session drummer, they usually charge by the hour with a minimum fee. Contact local drummers to get a quote customized for your event.

While browsing San Diego drummers, 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, arrival times, setup requirements, and any song requests you might have.

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Drummers serving the San Diego, CA area

These Drummers serve the wider San Diego and San Diego county area and travel to Coronado, National City, Lincoln Acres, Chula Vista, Lemon Grove, Bonita, La Mesa, Imperial Beach, Spring Valley, La Jolla, El Cajon, San Ysidro, Rancho San Diego, Santee, Winter Gardens, Jamul, Lakeside, Del Mar, Poway, Fairbanks Ranch, and Solana Beach.