David Wilner combines rock vocals, classically trained piano skills, and nearly three decades of live performance experience to entertain any audience, anytime, anywhere. David is the lead singer and pianist for Chicago's newest tribute show called "Piano Men: A Tribute to Billy Joel, Elton John, and More!" When he's not playing Rocket Man or Piano Man, David can be seen in the Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons tribute The Four C Notes.
David is a highly sought-after party MC/DJ for weddings, holiday parties, charity fundraisers, and more. Let David show you how to combine the energy of a live music show with the versatility of a professional DJ to make your event the best it can be!
David Wilner was everything we could have hoped for in a wedding DJ and more! From the very start, he impressed us with his professionalism and dedication. He met with us twice to meticulously plan every detail, ensuring our day would be exactly as we envisioned.
David took customization to the next level, learning the pronunciations of every name in our wedding party and flawlessly incorporating our unique requests. Beyond just DJing, he provided live sound, and when we needed a last-minute accompanist, he stepped up and backed the bride on piano—his talent on the keys is undeniable.
As an MC, David was outstanding. He hyped up the crowd, hosted games, and kept the energy high throughout the night. His ability to plan the sequence of events was masterful, making sure we got the most out of our limited time without any dull moments.
David also had excellent recommendations for moments we hadn’t even thought of, like cake-cutting and dinner music. And when it came to the dance floor, he was a genius at reading the room. By sequencing genres and eras, he kept all our guests dancing, from young to old.
Even our wedding coordinator was blown away by how good he was—but we weren’t surprised. We knew we had chosen the best! Thank you, David, for making our wedding unforgettable.
Response from David Wilner:
Hi Ken and Jewelle! Thank you so much for your kind words! Wishing you both all the best!
We can not say enough good things about David, and either can our guests!
David played piano and sang during our wedding ceremony and stole the show. The wedding was three weeks ago and we are still receiving compliments on his magnificent performance.
In addition to be an incredibly talented musician David was also an absolute joy to work with. He recommended songs based on what we liked, and helped guide us through the entire planning process. On the day of the wedding David showed up early to make sure everything was in order, and worked seamlessly with the wedding coordinator.
We could not have been luckier to have found David on GigSalad and would happily recommend him to anyone looking for an outstanding musician!
Thank you David for an incredible performance that we will cherish for the rest of our marriage!
Response from David Wilner:
Laura and Tyler,
You are incredibly welcome! It was an absolute honor to play such an important role in your wedding day. I'm thrilled that you and your guests enjoyed my playing and singing so much, and thank you for your kind words of praise. I hope to see you two again someday soon, hopefully in the audience at one of my shows! :)
Wishing you all the best,
David
David did a great job at our conference's welcome reception; on time, professional and entertaining. Definitely recommend him.
Price Range: $500 - $2500
Gig Length: 30 - 90 minutes
Languages: English
Insurance: $2,000,000 - Commercial General Liability Coverage
David Wilner combines rock vocals, classically trained piano skills, and nearly three decades of live performance experience to entertain any audience, anytime, anywhere. David is the lead singer and pianist for Chicago's newest tribute show called "Piano Men: A Tribute to Billy Joel, Elton John, and More!"
David started his music career as the front man of the popular Chicago-based a cappella group Blind Man’s Bluff. David and BMB toured nationally for six years and recorded five albums. After Blind Man’s Bluff disbanded, David recorded a solo piano/vocal album called “Never Too Late” featuring his own original songs. David returned to his a cappella roots again, singing for seven years in the classic rock vocal group Ac•Rock, with whom he recorded two more albums.
Utilizing his charismatic personality, music knowledge, and vocal talents in a related field, David began working as a DJ/MC for weddings, corporate functions, and charity events. Over one thousand events later, David has become one of the most sought-after emcees in the Chicagoland area.
Today, David is on stage as often as possible: performing with his band or as a solo artist, leading events as a DJ/MC, producing the Chicago Harmony Sweepstakes, spreading holiday cheer in The Caroling Party, hosting the Chicago rooftop shows for Concerts Under The Stars, and releasing his inner “Jersey Boy” in the Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons tribute band The Four C Notes.
PIANO MEN SHOW:
Rocket Man - Elton John
Only The Good Die Young - Billy Joel
Crocodile Rock - Elton John
Uptown Girl - Billy Joel
Goodbye Yellow Brick Road - Elton John
You May Be Right - Billy Joel
I'm Still Standing - Elton John
The Way It Is - Bruce Hornsby
It’s Still Rock And Roll To Me – Billy Joel
Walking in Memphis - Marc Cohn
Your Song - Elton John
She's Got A Way - Billy Joel
Tiny Dancer - Elton John
Piano Man - Billy Joel
OTHER COVER SONGS DAVID PLAYS:
100 Years - Five For Fighting
A Little Respect - Erasure
All Of Me - John Legend
And So It Goes - Billy Joel
Bad Bad Leroy Brown - Jim Croce
Bless The Broken Road - Rascal Flatts
Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison
Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You - Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons
Clocks - Coldplay
Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Queen
Cry For Me - Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons
Daydream Believer - Monkees
December, 1963 (Oh What a Night) - Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons
Drive My Car - Beatles
Faith - George Michael
Glory Days - Bruce Springsteen
Have It All - Jason Mraz
Haven’t Met You Yet - Michael Buble
I’m A Believer - Monkees / Smashmouth
Imagine - John Lennon
Life Is A Highway - Tom Cochrane
Marry Me - Train
Mustang Sally - Wilson Pickett
Ordinary World - Duran Duran
Photograph - Ed Sheeran
Rock'n Me - Steve Miller Band
Some Kind Of Wonderful - Grand Funk Railroad
Sugar - Maroon 5
Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond
Thinking Out Loud - Ed Sheeran
This Love - Maroon 5
Twenty Five Miles - Edwin Starr
Virtual Insanity - Jamiroquai
What A Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
You Make Me Feel So Young - Frank Sinatra
You're The Inspiration - Chicago
DAVID'S ORIGINAL SONGS:
Alone In That Room
Better Tomorrow
Borrowed Dreams
Change In Me
Chase The Dream
The Drive
Every Now And Then
Full Serve
I Never Knew
I Will Lie
Just Tonight
Memory Rewind
Meteorite
My One Addiction
Never Too Late
No More Snow
Rumor
Run Away
Say Goodbye To Savana
Second Place
So Much To Live For
Stand On Top Of Majesty
Ten Year Reunion
Throw Away
Tide You Over
Too Many Angels
Twenty Five And Holding
U And I
Wake Up Call
What If
Bruce Hornsby
Billy Joel
Elton John
Marc Cohn
Stevie Wonder
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