Strummin & Drummin—Dynamic Duos
Overview
Looking for a fun and versatile duo that can bring the right vibe to your event? Look no further than Strummin&Drummin, led by percussionist Philippe de Pontet and his roster of guitarists to cover all your needs.
People who hire us say we create the exact vibe--whether energetic, chill or in between-- that each event needs (check out our reviews). S&D plays genres spanning rock, pop, soul, country and jazz, with feel-good, toe-tapping takes on your favorite covers.
Since 2020, we’ve been barnstorming the DMV, playing at wineries, companies and homes. Philippe’s roster of singing guitarists lets S&D customize the music to each event.
Book us now to take your event to the next level.
Reviews
17 reviews
Annie W.
September 8, 2025A Night To Remember
We hired Strummin & Drummin for my sister’s 40th birthday party, and they did not disappoint. Phillipe and Mike were incredibly professional—taking the time to Zoom with me beforehand to understand the vibe, the crowd, and the music we wanted. They handled setup entirely on their own and were accommodating, fun, and unbelievably talented.
We had the best night and will absolutely be booking them again.
Hired as: Party Band
Strummin & Drummin—Dynamic Duos
Annie, Thank you for that thoughtful review and for hosting such a fun and memorable party—it was a pleasure from start to finish. Regards, Philippe/ S&D
Mariana L.
July 21, 2025Wonderful addition to our party!
Philippe and Adam brought the perfect vibe to our big birthday bash! They were great sports about moving their setup inside when it rained and then back outside when it cleared. They were so warm and likable that they seemed more like invited guests than performers. Their set was great for our crowd of all ages and our guest raved about them. Highly recommend!!
Hired as: Acoustic Band, Cover Band, Folk Singer, Guitarist, Party Band, Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist
Strummin & Drummin—Dynamic Duos
Mariana, apologies for my delayed reply to your fabulous review. We had such a great time playing at your husband’s birthday party that the pouring rain didn’t put a dent in the good energy. Thanks for hiring Strummin&Drummin and hope tonk cross paths again. Best, Philippe / S &D
Matt
April 3, 2025Awesome!
Philippe and company were awesome! We hired them to play at my 40th birthday dinner party & got so many compliments. Everyone loved them! They're great performers and really entertained the guests. They went with the flow and played all of our favorite songs! I want to throw more parties just so I can keep hiring them!
Hired as: Acoustic Band, Guitarist, Percussionist
Strummin & Drummin—Dynamic Duos
Matt, so glad to hear it! It was quite a party, happy to be a part of it. Best, Philippe / S&D
Kristen G.
October 23, 2025Great vibes!
Philippe and Andy matched the tone of our corporate happy hour perfectly! The music was great and the energy was wonderful. Would definitely recommend them :)
Hired as: Cover Band
Strummin & Drummin—Dynamic Duos
Thanks Kristen. We enjoyed playing for your group on this festive occasion, lots of good energy in the air. Best regards, Philippe/ Strummin&Drummin
Glenn B.
September 10, 2025Great Music - Great Group!
Thank you so much! From the initial booking, through the event - everything went smoothly. I would highly recommend this group for your next event!
Hired as: Acoustic Band
Booking information
Price range: $600 and up
Languages: English, French, Spanish
Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes
What to expect
The audience can expect an energizing, crowd-pleasing show of favorite covers performed in a unique style that blends rock soul, and pop, among other genres. We will play in our signature ‘strumming and drumming’ style that leans on rhythmic groove, melodic guitar and vocal harmonies loved by audiences. The audience and event planners will find us personable and responsive to the setting/vibe of the event. We will coordinate closely with the planners to ensure that the performance and set list is well tailored to the event.
About
Strummin&Drummin has been performing across the DC-MD-VA region since 2020, bringing its feel-good blend of rock, pop and soul to corporate and private events. Our style is 'rock and soul' blending elements of both genres and others in our vast songlist of crowd-pleasing covers.
Philippe sings harmony and plays hand percussion (including congas, cajon, talking drum, djembe , shakers) bringing a fun, rhythmic pulse to our shows. He brings over 3 decades of experience as a performing percussionist. His roster of singing guitarists add the strumming (and vocals) to Philippe’s signature hand drumming, blending tight rhythms with acoustic melodies loved by audiences of all ages.
Strummin&Drummin offers broad musical variety across styles and genres due to its roster of guitarists, ensuring that clients get a truly customized experience.
Additional booking notes
No additional requirements—we are fully self sufficient and have our own equipment, PA, speakers etc.
Team
Set list
Our set lists generally include many of the following artists and bands, among others (partial list):
Bob Marley
Pearl Jam
OutKast
Steve Miller Band
Grateful Dead
Sublime
Dave Matthews Band
Dire Straits
Rolling Stones
Lenny Kravitz
Radiohead
Talking Heads
Ben Harper
Harry Styles
Daft Punk
James Brown
Red Hot Chili Peppers
Funkadelic
Wham/George Michaels
Aerosmith
John Mayer
Johnny Cash
Justin Timberlake
Jimi Hendrix
Ever clear
Sugar Ray
Pink Floyd
Sugar Hill Gang
Black Crowes
John Prine
Beck
Beatles
REM
Bob Dylan
Tom Petty
Otis Redding
Marvin Gaye
Aerosmith
Van Morison
Hall and Oates
Jack Johnson
Jazz/ fusion
Eagles
Stevie Wonder
Prince
Doobie Brothers
Amy Winehouse
Tom Petty
Eagles
The Cure
Radiohead
Lumineers
Influences and inspiration
Our influences come from rock, soul, funk, folk and indie styles (see our partial song list. Our 'songbook' includes over 500 tunes, including singalongs, anthems and more obscure gems that will get your toes tapping and your body moving to the groove.
We blend 'rock and soul' in our music, seeking to blend together these (and other) genres in a unique way. Our ‘strum and drum’ approach combines melodic and rythmic elements, making for a fun and engaging performance. We have found that the hand percussion is a kind of ‘special sauce’ that can really create a festive and, if desired, danceable atmosphere.
The percussion draws on influences from African, Latin American and other ‘global music’ strands. We love to interact and engage with our audiences to bring them into the performance and the fun.
Setup requirements
No additional needs (just outlets for power)