Drew Wiegman

One of the biggest advantages of hiring Drew is the full, immersive sound he delivers as a solo performer. He arranges and performs with his own professionally produced backing tracks, including all accompanying instruments. Clients consistently share that there is no need for a quartet—Drew creates a complete, rich musical experience on his own.

Drew Wiegman is an accomplished instrumentalist based in the Chicago area, performing at private events, weddings, festivals, and community gatherings. He recently headlined the 44th Annual Festival of the Arts in Libertyville and continues to be a standout performer across the region.

If you are looking to elevate the atmosphere of your event with live music that is both engaging and effortless to coordinate, Drew would love to be part of it.

Why book Drew Wiegman?

• Recognized multiple times by the Daily Herald as a “Best Bet” for live entertainment in Chicagoland
• Over 845,000 followers on TikTok, with a rapidly growing fanbase
• Proven draw, including two recent concerts at the James Lumber Center with 500+ attendees
• Completely self-contained setup with professional sound. Only requires access to power
• Extensive catalog including 7 original albums and 100+ singles with millions of streams
• Repertoire of 1,000+ popular songs spanning movie scores, pop, rock, classical, and more
• Performs entirely by ear, allowing flexibility and customization for any audience

Drew is known not only for his talent, but for being incredibly easy to work with. His goal is simple: deliver a memorable, high-quality performance that connects with every audience.

As he often says, “No matter who you are, I have a song for you.”

Drew Wiegman is a maverick in the music world, an accomplished improvisational cellist who plays entirely by ear. Wiegman leans on raw talent and an ear for artistic intuition to craft life-affirming music that stirs the heart and soul.

Without classical training, Wiegman has taken the cello from formal concert halls to the mainstream with a mix of stirring movie scores, reimagined pop and rock favorites, classical compositions, and his own original music. His approach is deliberately eclectic and inclusive, experimenting across genres with the firm belief that “No matter who you are, I have a song for you.”

Over the past four years, Wiegman has built a devoted social media fanbase, amassing over 845,000 TikTok followers through his daily livestream performances. His recent hometown show near Chicago demonstrated his ability to convert online popularity into ticket sales, drawing over 500 guests from across the US and worldwide.

At the heart of Wiegman's performances lies his inspiring message: "Anyone can accomplish their dreams if they are willing to put in the effort and have the courage to be themselves."

An impressive discography of seven original albums and over 100 singles (which have garnered millions of streams across major streaming platforms) shows that Wiegman’s philosophy is more than just a motto – it’s a movement.

Drew is extremely easy to work with and fully self-contained from a production standpoint. He provides all instruments, equipment, and a complete professional sound system.

Technical requirements are minimal:
• Access to a standard power outlet
• Performance space (indoor or outdoor)
• Optional: small table or chair if available

Drew can adapt to a wide range of venues and event types, including weddings, private events, festivals, and community spaces. Setup is quick and unobtrusive, and he is happy to coordinate in advance to ensure everything runs smoothly.