Music Instruction 
Award-winning music lessons, ensembles, and group classes for aspiring musicians of all ages and skill levels — children, teens, and adults.
Early Childhood 
Morning & Full-Day Preschool programs with a full, child-centered curriculum of creative specials like music, science, drama, social and emotional learning, and more!
Music Therapy 
Established in 1966, our pioneering Center for Music Therapy (CMT) uses guided music experiences to help individuals meet life's challenges.
BOP STOP 
BOP STOP at The Music Settlement is Cleveland's premier listening room: an intimate, acoustically pristine performance venue with sweeping views of Lake Erie.
Unlocking potential in everyone through music, movement and art.
Upcoming Events
Nov
14
November STEAM Saturday: "Our Table"
Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 10:00am
Curated for ages 3-8 years old with an accompanied parent or adult present. November theme will be based on "Our Table" by Peter Reynolds and will...
Sep
27
Zach Warren's APEX @ BOP STOP
Sunday, September 27, 2026 at 7:00pm
Prolific trombonist and composer Zach Warren debuts his new ensemble APEX featuring prominent musicians from Northeast Ohio, performing new compositions and arrangements full of improvisation,...
Sep
30
Norside @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 7:00pm
Norside's identity isn't revivalist - it's lived-in. Their "Rust Belt Music" carries the weight of factory towns, corner bars, and long winters, channeling the same...
As a former teacher in Early Childhood at CMSS (Cleveland Music School Settlement), I am grateful for the curriculum CMSS provides and the leadership of Sylvia Easley for so many years.