Instruction • Performance • Production
Lessons
- Singles
- $27 | $54/ lesson
- One Lesson
- 30 Minutes | 1 Hour
- One-on-one Instruction
- Any Skill Level
- Meet Your Playing Goals
- Remote Option
- Monthly Tuition
- $85/month
- Weekly Lessons
- 30 Minutes
- One-on-one Instruction
- Any Skill Level
- Meet Your Playing Goals
- Remote Option
- Lesson Block
- $100 - 4 Lessons
- Rollover Ability
- 30 Minutes
- 24hr Notice to Reschedule
- Any Skill Level
- Meet Your Playing Goals
- Remote Option
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Information
Hours:
Monday-Friday: 12 – 7 p.m.
Saturday: 12 – 2 p.m.
*Times subject to change. Please call ahead to be sure.
Payment Policy: Payments are due the first of the month for the plan you setup with your instructor. Please make checks out to Tim Martin.
Inclement Weather Policy: Martin Music Services operates independently of local school closings. Please check ahead to see if we are closed. You can also check this site for real-time road closings if you are traveling in for a lesson.
Rental Instruments
We are happy to announce that we have rental instruments available.
Contact for availability.
Acoustics: $30/month
Acoustic Guitar
3/4 Size
Acoustic Guitar
3/4 Size
Meet Our Instructors
Tim Martin
guitar, bass, voice
and mandolin
Tim Martin has been teaching and playing music professionally since 1976, bringing over 40 years of experience to his students. As a multi-instrumentalist, he specializes in guitar, bass, and mandolin and is also an accomplished singer-songwriter. His diverse musical styles span rock, country, blues, and folk, giving him the versatility to connect with students across various genres.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, Tim can help you take your skills to the next level. He offers instruction in fingerstyle, picking, and strumming, tailoring lessons to your individual needs. Using materials like the Berklee School of Music books, he incorporates music theory into his teaching for a well-rounded approach. If your goal is to master a favorite riff or song, Tim is ready to help you achieve it.
Known for his patience and encouraging style, Tim has a knack for teaching music fundamentals quickly while inspiring students to deepen their passion for their instrument. His personalized approach fosters growth and confidence in players of all levels.
Tim offers lessons Monday through Saturday and is currently accepting students for guitar, bass, voice, and mandolin. If you’re ready to hone your craft, Tim is ready to guide you.
Cass Ihrke
piano, keyboard,
and guitar
Cass Ihrke brings her extensive musical background from Denton, Texas, where she earned degrees in music composition and jazz studies from the prestigious University of North Texas (UNT). During her time at UNT, Cass worked as a teaching assistant for professors and provided private lessons, honing her ability to mentor and inspire students.
Cass’s journey with music began early—she started playing guitar at age five and piano at 12, developing a deep and versatile skill set. Her influences are as diverse as her experience, blending classic jazz icons like Grant Green, Steely Dan, and Pat Metheny with contemporary innovators such as Thundercat, Robert Glasper, Hiatus Kaiyote, and Moonchild. This rich musical palette allows Cass to connect with a wide range of styles and audiences, whether performing or teaching.
Her passion for music and dedication to her craft shines through in everything she does. Now settled in the area, Cass is excited to share her expertise and unique perspective with the local music community, continuing to inspire both listeners and aspiring musicians with her knowledge, creativity, and love for the art of jazz.
Tim & Co.
Tim Martin
Tim Martin’s career began at just 16 years old, playing every Friday and Saturday night at the Olde Tinker Mill Inn. This unique venue featured a formal dining room upstairs and a lively pizza-and-beer hangout downstairs, offering Tim a diverse audience to hone his craft. Starting with $15 a night and free pizza, he built his repertoire with songs by James Taylor, Dan Fogelberg, CSN&Y, and the Eagles, along with original compositions. This early experience taught him how to connect with audiences and adapt his performances to different settings—a skill that became the foundation of his career.
Now, 42 years later, Tim is still captivating audiences across Southwest Virginia and beyond. His performances span clubs, resorts, festivals, private functions, and iconic venues such as The Hotel Roanoke, Wintergreen Resort, and The Homestead. Locally, he’s a regular at popular spots like The Quarter, Awful Arthur’s, and Annie Moore’s Tavern. Tim has also shared stages with legends like Savoy Brown, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Atlanta Rhythm Section, and Jonathan Edwards.
Duo
Melissa Mesko
The Tim Martin Duo, featuring Tim Martin and Brian Wheeling, formed in 2008, blending Tim’s rich history of solo and duo performances with Brian’s distinctive playing style, vocals, and bass. Together, they create a dynamic sound that feels like a full band, complete with exceptional harmonies and an engaging stage presence.
Their setlist spans timeless and contemporary favorites, covering artists like The Beatles, Everly Brothers, Tom Petty, Eagles, Bryan Adams, Zac Brown Band, Jason Isbell, and Dave Matthews. Whether it’s a laid-back listening session, a lively dance floor, or a sing-along crowd, the duo’s versatility ensures an entertaining experience for everyone.
Regularly performing at venues like Brambleton Deli in Roanoke—where you can catch them every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month—Tim and Brian also appear at various local clubs, private events, and festivals. With fun audience banter and a passion for connecting through music, The Tim Martin Duo guarantees a good time. Be sure to check them out!
Melissa Mesko and the Growlers, Mesko’s Electric Revue, and several acoustic ensembles. Her dynamic style reflects a rich musical journey that has taken her through Nashville, St. Augustine, and Oxford, MS.
While in Oxford, Melissa co-founded The Sweetbush Revival, a local favorite celebrated for their original music and storytelling. The band won the Smith Vinson Award for songwriting and achieved a special honor in 2004 when one of their original songs was featured on the Beanland: Rising from the Riverbed DVD, a documentary about the band that gave rise to Widespread Panic.
Whether electrifying audiences with her bands or captivating them in acoustic settings, Melissa continues to bring her passion for music and storytelling to stages across the region.
Read more about Melissa here.
Look for duo gig with Tim Martin and Brian Mesko below on the Duo gig slide.
Upcoming Solo Shows
Please check with the venue to confirm space and performance.
Upcoming Duo Shows
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Tim Martin and Brian Wheeling
Martin and Mesko Duo
Upcoming Shows
for Melissa Mesko Duo/Trio
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Releases
Tim Martin is a veteran music instructor but he is also an accomplished songwriter.
Below are a couple of releases that showcase Tim’s songwriting prowess.
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Contact Us
Martin Music Services
3234 Brambleton Ave.
Roanoke, VA 24018
Phone: (540) 798-2820
Hours:
Monday-Friday: 12 – 7 p.m.
Saturday: 12 – 2 p.m.
*Times are subject to change.
Martin Music Services is located across from Luigi’s Gourmet Italian and next to Brambleton Imports. The building has grey siding.
If you need special assistance to get into the building, please get in touch with us and we’ll be happy to work out an accommodation.