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Ike & Martin of Genoa, Nevada are acoustic musicians available to add a unique musical flair to your wedding or special event. This enthusiastic duo shares their instrumental and vocal expertise for a wedding event you won't soon forget. Ike Marr plays the banjo, guitar, mandolin and viola; Martin Shears plays the guitar, foot bass, dobro and harmonica. Both heighten the music experience with their skilled vocals, and add delight to your ceremony, cocktail hour, reception or rehearsal dinner.

Experience

Ike Marr and Martin Shears began playing together over 20 years ago. Ike Marr shares his banjo, guitar, mandolin, viola and vocal talent while Martin Shears offers his expertise in the guitar, foot bass, dobro, harmonica and vocals. Ike Marr’s background includes classical viola training along with other instrumental skills. Also with a diverse instrumental background, Martin Shears’ experience consists of piano and guitar training. This duo’s musical performance experience spans both the United States and Europe.

Services Offered

This musical pair plays an array of musical genres, from classical to rock and many in between. As you design the musical selections for your event, know Ike & Martin’s song list includes over 1,000 songs. Available for your rehearsal dinner, ceremony, cocktail hour or reception, Ike & Martin offer the following services:

  • Learning new songs
  • Liability insurance
  • MC
  • Music during breaks
  • Instrumentals
  • Vocals
  • Willing to travel
  • Gobo projector
  • Lighting
  • Microphones
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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in your wedding reception music package?

Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
Lighting
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System

Which of the following are included in your popular wedding package?

Ceremony Music
Learning New Songs
Lighting
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6

What genres of music does (do) your band(s) play?

Acoustic
Blues
Classic Rock
Classical
Country
Folk
Pop
Rock
Strings

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Vocals
Liability Insurance
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Gobo Projector
Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System

Reviews of Ike & Martin

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Steven Sent on 11/26/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Two guys who’s selection of music will make everyone happy, young and old.

You can’t hire two guys who would come close to the experience you’ll receive from Ike and Martin. Two great performers who will make your wedding day very special. What really made us happy is the friendship that has continued since our wedding. I would rate them a “must hire”
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Carolyn Sent on 11/15/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Ike & Martin are simply THE BEST.

As a former wedding musician I was particular about the who I hired for my wedding in October. I went to see countless wedding bands all over NorCal but I just wasn't impressed. When I heard Ike & Martin for the first time it was game over. They are by far the best musicians in the Tahoe / Reno area and the best cover duo out there. They were also extremely easy to work with. I only hired them for Ceremony & Cocktail Hour but I regret not having them play longer. My wedding guests are still raving about them. I highly recommend them for any occasion!
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Sophie Sent on 10/03/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Ike and Martin played during the ceremony of my wedding and they were the perfect musical choice. They were easy to work with and so agreeable about all of my special requests. They interpreted the songs we wanted so beautifully for the procession. I would definitely work with them again!
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Amanda Sent on 10/03/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I can't thank Ike and Martin enough for doing such an outstanding job. I knew these guys would be great because my dad highly recommended them, but I didn't realize how essential they would be to my wedding. They played such beautiful classical music during the wedding ceremony and then switched gears and became outstanding performers for the entertainment. I won't lie, I totally procrastinated and emailed them a detailed set list the night before (don't do this to them, I felt horrible!). They totally ran with it and went above and beyond. They were so kind and helpful with the sound when we need to borrow their mikes for the announcement and even helped put a sound mike on our Officiant. I would recommend them to anyone, especially if you are stressing about your wedding. They are completely worth it! Thanks again guys!
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Roxanne Sent on 12/02/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Ike and Martin were fabulous! Our guests all had a blast.
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Katie Sent on 11/16/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Ike and Martin are wonderful! They are very easy to work with and put on a great show. Some of my guests still talk about how great they were. It takes alot to get my husband on the dancefloor and he was out there! I have hired them at other professional events and they have never disappointed!
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Melody Sent on 11/15/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I can't say enough great things about Ike & Martin...
Music: over the top awesome, fantastic, kick ass!
Ike & Martin: friendly, accommodating, down to earth, so so fun!

They were absolutely perfect for the wedding and for our personalities. We light weight stalked them around the Tahoe area months before the wedding and booked them right away after only hearing a few songs and meeting them personally. We were fans before the wedding and now will be for life!

Thank you Ike and Martin! You were a special part of our day :) See you soon!

Mel & Stu
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Will Sent on 11/01/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I&M are such pros, and very real and genuine people. They worked with us on all aspects of our son's wedding day, including taking our suggestions on the playlist. The wedding was a wonderful family celebration and everyone acknoweledged that Ike & Martin were central to the experience. Their musical talent and spirit enabled the evening celebration to take flight. Pure joy! These guys are pros, through and through, and wonderful to work with and to be around. Would hire them again in a heartbeat!
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Dimitry Sent on 11/01/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Ike & Martin are absolutely amazing. By far the best cover duo you'll ever see. These guys have an amazing repertoire of music to choose from and will adapt their playlist to your liking. We have had them play at 4 events for us and are looking forward to many more. The last was a friend's wedding where we hired them as our gift to the couple. They absolutely "made" the reception.

I highly recommend them for any event where you're looking for a great cover band who will liven up and a whole new dimension of fun to the occasion.
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Ryan Sent on 10/15/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Incredibly talented artists with a truly diverse instrumental ability, this duo can establish just about any mood your vision is looking to create. And when the time is right and your party wants to rock and tear up the dance floor, there is no one better at adding their unique flare and harmonic touch to crush the classics of rock, country, folk or blues than these guys.

Jessica and I first stumbled across the sounds of Ike & Martin at après ski around Lake Tahoe – they play at a lot of great places during ski season. After getting engaged, they were the first thing we sought out, before even securing our venue, to make sure their schedule was open for booking. We knew the talents of Ike & Martin were what we wanted in musicians for pulling off the wedding we were trying to create. The energy and passion they put into their performance and music would just be an added entertainment bonus for our guests.

Working with Ike & Martin was a very straightforward process with easy communication. We hired them to play at Sugar Pine Point State Park where they created an incredible, yet different sound for the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. They performed our requests, arguably better than some of the original artists, and even stepped up to our challenge of combining two very unique songs to create the Father Daughter dance.

We realize we only got one shot at creating our perfect wedding. Ike & Martin stepped up and went beyond our expectations in filling our ears with memories we will never forget from that evening. Now our only problem is trying to figure out how we are going to create another party that warrants us booking them again. - Jessica & Ryan Denman

C&P to see how the evening turned out – photographybymonique.com/blog/ehrman-mansion-wedding-photography-for-jess-and-ryan-west-shore-lake-tahoe/
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Blue Sky Events Blue Sky Events Wedding Planners

Do want a dance party? Do you want your guests to be thoroughly entertained? You'll be lucky if they are available, & if they are, hire Ike and Martin! They are so much fun and extremely talented musicians!

Flour Girl Wedding Cakes Flour Girl Wedding Cakes Wedding Cakes

Simply put these guys are top notch and bad ass! I have had the pleasure of watching them perform at countless public shows and private events and they never disappoint. My husband and I also hired them to play the ceremony and reception at our 10 year vow renewal and they knocked it out of the park. We got SO many compliments. As wedding vendor myself, I refer them to my clients every chance I get. Ike and Martin are super professional, prompt and deliver incredible music and endless humor every single time. For an acoustic duo, their music is unmatched by any other band in Tahoe. Ike's string playing ability is amazing and Martin rocks the guitar, bass pedals, harmonica and even the kazoo! Their sing list is HUGE and spans so many genres. Beatles, Cars, Pixies, Stones, Floyd...and their Led Zepplin is incredible. Book these guys for a truly unforgettable event.

Rob Morse Photography Rob Morse Photography Wedding Photographers

I have worked with Ike & Martin on multiple occasions. They are not only the most professional musicians I have seen, but they are more passionate about what they do than anyone I know. They truly love what they do and it shows! Their interaction with the guests of the event is amazing to watch and their musicianship is unparalleled. So, if you want extraordinary entertainment at your event that people will talk about for years, book Ike & Martin! Rob Morse.

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