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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.
All Offerings
All Offerings
1. Full Day Preschool - 3 year olds
Age: 3 | Session Length: 45 Weeks
Full-day, year-round preschool for children age 3 years by Sep 30.
2. Full Day Preschool - 4 year olds
Age: 4 - 5 | Session Length: 45 Weeks
Full-day, year-round preschool for children age 4 - 5 years by Sep 30.
3. Morning Preschool - 3 year olds
Age: 3 years old | Session Length: 36 Weeks
TMS half day morning preschool offerings provide exceptional music, science, SEL and art experiences for children age 3 years by Sept 30/Dec 31.
4. Morning Preschool - 4 year olds
Age: 4 years old | Session Length: 36 Weeks
TMS half day morning preschool PreK offerings provide exceptional music, science, SEL and art experiences for children age 4 years by Sept 30.
A Brief History of Music
Age: 15+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Join TMS Piano Department Head Arthur Kane for a virtual history tour through the evolution of music.
Adult Brass Ensemble
Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Brass players are invited to regain and further develop ensemble playing skills with other adult brass musicians.
Adult Orchestra
Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
This is a great opportunity for those who may have played previously in life to get back in the game!
Arcos Chamber Ensemble
Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: 30 Weeks
This ensemble focuses on leadership, team building, and chamber music skills with the ultimate goal of performing as a self-directed group.
Beginning Adult Harp Class
Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
In this beginning group lever harp (aka the folk harp) class, students will learn basics such as posture, hand positioning, notes and strings.
Beginning Chamber Orchestra
Age: 6 - 11 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Beginner string players (violin, viola, cello, bass) will have the opportunity to learn basic note reading and ensemble playing skills.
Beginning Music Theory
Age: 15+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Let's learn how music works! No matter your interests, music theory will help deepen your understanding and appreciation of any genre of music.
Beginning Teen Harp Class
Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
In this beginning group lever harp (aka the folk harp) class, students will learn basics such as posture, hand positioning, notes and strings.
Cavani String Quartet Residency Program
Age: 12+ | Session Length: 8 Weeks
Using their hallmark teaching techniques, the Cavani String Quartet leads inspiring chamber music education and offers engaging performances at TMS.
Champagne Flutes
Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
A small ensemble geared toward intermediate level adult flutists who would like to have fun playing with others and enhance their playing skills.
Cleveland Pops Youth Orchestra
Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
In partnership with the renowned Cleveland Pops Orchestra, this ensemble nurtures and trains young musicians to reach their full artistic potential.
Continuing Music Theory
Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Join Linda Allen for this fun group theory course for musicians of mixed skill levels.
Dalcroze Eurhythmics - Rhythmic Studies
Age: 14 - 26 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Interested in mixed meters and cross rhythms? Take a dive into advanced rhythmic concepts with this course.
Dalcroze Eurhythmics for Adults
Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Dalcroze is the study of rhythm, structure, and music through movement.
Extended Day
Age: 3 - 5 years (must attend Morning Preschool/PreK) | Session Length: 35 Weeks
Afternoon Enrichment option for all morning programs.
Flautrageous Flute Choir
Age: 15+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Participants have the opportunity to play all members of the flute family, from piccolo to alto, bass, and contrabass flutes.
Group Music Arranging
Age: 15+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Have you ever wanted to take a piece of music and make it your own, giving it your own creative spin?
Group Popular Guitar
Age: 15+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
If you're looking to expand your knowledge of the guitar, this course will help you learn tips, techniques, soloing, and repertoire.
Group Youth Piano
Age: 6 - 10 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
This class creates a relaxed environment where students are introduced to the piano and learn basics of music theory.
Guitar Ensemble
Age: 13+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Adults and teens at the intermediate level will grow musically and technically while performing classical repertoire in this small ensemble setting.
Inlet Dance Children's Level I
Age: 3-5 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Each class combines Modern Dance techniques with creative problem solving instructions.
Inlet Dance Children's Level II
Age: 6-9 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Each class combines Modern Dance techniques with creative problem solving instructions.
Intro to Music Lessons
Age: 6 - 10 | Session Length: 9 Weeks
Do you have a young one interested in music lessons but aren't sure where to start? Then this class is for you!
Intro to Suzuki
Age: 4 - 6 | Session Length: 7 Weeks
Start your child on the path to lifelong musicianship! This parent and child course serves as a prerequisite for Suzuki instruction at TMS.
J@MS Program & Ensemble
Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: 30 Weeks
J@MS is a weekly half-day immersion program for students that immerses them in the energy and excitement of jazz music.
Junior Chamber Orchestra
Age: 8 - 12 | Session Length: 30 Weeks
This ensemble is designed for younger string players who may be musically advanced for their age in preparation for our Arcos Chamber Ensemble.
Junior J@MS
Age: 10 - 17 | Session Length: 30 Weeks
The Junior J@MS Program offers an introduction to improvisation and combo playing for the younger beginning or intermediate instrumentalist.
Keyboard Explorers
Age: 4 - 5 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Experiment with improvisation and musical expression through playing at the keyboard, listening, singing, and movement activities.
Keys to Musicianship
Age: 13 - 18 | Session Length: 10 Weeks
In collaboration with Piano Cleveland, this ten-week course teaches the basics of keyboard technique.
Kindergarten
Age: Age 5 years by September 30 | Session Length: Academic School Year
Kindergarten, Full Day, aligns to the state requirements of a kindergarten and supports each individual child’s success.
Kindergarten Plus
Age: Age 5 years by September 30 | Session Length: Academic School Year
Same offering as Kindergarten, this includes wrap around care hours.
Klezmer Ensemble
Age: 13+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Experience the joy of playing traditional Jewish folk tunes and learn some Yiddish culture and history along the way in our community Klezmer band.
Lunch Bunch
Age: 3 - 5 (must attend Morning Preschool/PreK) | Session Length: 35 Weeks
Register to have lunch with friends following morning Preschool.
Magnolia Flute Ensemble
Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
This ensemble is for beginning flutists who want to have fun in a small ensemble setting.
Music & Movement
Age: Birth - 2.5 | Session Length: 10 Weeks
Enjoy musical play together!
Music Explorers
Age: 2.5 - 4 Years | Session Length: 10 Weeks
Experience the joy of music together!
Music for Self-Care & Wellness
Age: All ages
For individuals & families of all ages.
Music Therapy Musical Revue
Age: 15+ | Session Length: 46 Weeks
Teens and adults with disabilities who want to join a social community can practice and learn new social skills while sharing and making music...
Musical Mix and Mingle
Age: 16+ | Session Length: One Day
Come join us for a social afternoon of chamber music making. Open to strings, winds, and piano.
Percussion Ensemble
Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
The Music Settlement's Percussion Ensemble can best be described as a high-energy and exciting musical experience.
Private Sessions
Age: All ages | Session Length: 46 Weeks
We design music programs for people of all ages with disabilities and/or health concerns.
Rock & Pop Academy
Age: 10 - 18 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Join our Rock & Pop Academy and learn how to play rock, blues, funk, reggae, classic, alternative, and modern rock in fun, student-forward ensembles.
Settlement Singers Active Adult Choir
Age: 55+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
The Settlement Singers is a co-ed ensemble for active adults (55+) interested in expressing themselves through music.
Teen Brass Ensemble
Age: 13 - 18 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Brass players are invited to further develop brass ensemble playing skills.
Youth Latin Jazz Band
Age: 13 to 18 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Learn jazz arrangements, soloing, improvisation, and ensemble playing with a Latin twist!