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percussionists

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Every Sunday, percussionists, dancers and everyday residents of the US capital gather in a Washington park for a drum circle -- a decades-old tradition that historically celebrated Black liberation.

From Barron's May 19, 2026

For more than 25 years, its lineup has been stable: drummer and producer John McEntire, percussionists John Herndon and Dan Bitney, bassist Doug McCombs and guitarist Jeff Parker.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 28, 2025

Among their collaborations was Magalenha - a joyous song powered by the energetic sounds of Bahian percussionists from the streets of Rio - that quickly became a Latin standard.

From BBC Sep. 6, 2024

Nollman mainly plays slide guitar for whale species, but has worked with a wide range of other musicians, including a grammy-winning oboe player, violinists, percussionists, a chanting Tibetian lama and more.

From Salon Aug. 23, 2024

It may also include a piano and/or other keyboard players, more percussionists, and one or more guitar players or other strummed or plucked strings.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones

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