Music Instruction Music Instruction

Award-winning music lessons, ensembles, and group classes for aspiring musicians of all ages and skill levels — children, teens, and adults.

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Early Childhood 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!

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Music Therapy Music Therapy

Established in 1966, our pioneering Center for Music Therapy (CMT) uses guided music experiences to help individuals meet life's challenges.

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Bop Stop 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.

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All Offerings

All Offerings

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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.

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1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Age: 0-5 | Session Length: 10 weeks

Experience the joy of Music Together!

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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.

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2. Sing and Swing at TMS - Rhythm Kids

Age: 4-8 | Session Length: 10 weeks

Enjoy drumming, games, rhythm patterns, singing and more!

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3. 2-Day Morning Preschool - 3 year olds

Age: 3 years old | Session Length: 36 Weeks

TMS half day morning preschool provides exceptional music, science, SEL and art experiences for children age 3 years by Sept 30/Dec 31.

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4. 3-Day Morning Preschool - 3 year olds

Age: 3 years old | Session Length: 36 Weeks

TMS half day morning preschool provides exceptional music, science, SEL and art experiences for children age 3 years by Sept 30.

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5. 4-Day Morning Preschool - 4 year olds

Age: 4 years old | Session Length: 36 Weeks

TMS half day morning preschool provides exceptional music, science, SEL and art experiences for children age 4 years by Sept 30.

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6. 5-Day Morning Preschool - 4 year olds

Age: 4 years old | Session Length: 36 Weeks

TMS half day morning preschool provides exceptional music, science, SEL and art experiences for children age 4 years by Sept 30.

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A Brief History of Music

Age: 15+ | Session Length: 10 Weeks

Join Arthur Kane for a virtual history tour through the evolution of music.

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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.

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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!

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Adult Orchestra Camp

Age: 18+ | Session Length: 6 Days

A great opportunity for those who may have played previously in life to get back in the game!

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Bass Boot Camp

Age: 13+ | Session Length: Two Days

Put your skills to the test during our Bass Boot Camp, an intensive two-day workshop for electric bass and double bass!

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Beat Making Boot Camp

Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: One Week

New for Summer 2023! Learn all about modern music creation as you program drum parts to create your own drum loop.

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Beginning Chamber Orchestra

Age: 6 - 11 | Session Length: 30 Weeks

Beginner string players (violin, viola, cello, bass) will have the opportunity to learn basic note reading and ensemble playing skills.

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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.

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Camp Create

Age: 6 - 11 | Session Length: 1 Week

Join us for hands on creativity, filled with games, collaboration, and theater!

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Cavani String Quartet Residency Program

Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: 8 sessions, masterclass & recital

Using their hallmark teaching techniques, the Cavani String Quartet leads inspiring chamber music education and offers engaging performances at TMS.

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Chamber Connect

Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: One Week

A week-long chamber music experience for string, piano, and voice students.

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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.

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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.

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Continuing Music Theory

Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks

A fun group theory course for musicians of mixed skill levels.

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Extended Day

Age: 3 - 5 years (must attend Morning Preschool/PreK) | Session Length: 35 Weeks

Afternoon Enrichment option for all morning programs.

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Flautrageous Chamber Ensembles

Age: 15+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks

Flutes are back! Join us for a modified version of Flautrageous, our most advanced flute ensemble.

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Flautrageous Flute Choir

Age: 15+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks

Our largest and most advanced flute choir, participants have the opportunity to play all members of the flute family.

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Group Music Arranging

Age: 15+ | Session Length: 10 Weeks

Learn the basics of music arranging!

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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.

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Harp Ensemble

Age: 16+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks

Learn the basics of playing the harp together as a group, drawing on folk, Celtic, and Renaissance music.

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Intro to Suzuki

Age: 4 - 6 | Session Length: 7 Weeks (1 Week for Summer)

Start your child on the path to lifelong musicianship! This parent and child course serves as a prerequisite for Suzuki instruction at TMS.

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Intro to Suzuki (Summer 2023)

Age: 4 - 6 | Session Length: One Week

Start your child on the path to lifelong musicianship with this parent education and musical enrichment course.

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J@MS (Jazz at The Music Settlement)

Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: 30 Weeks

Immerse yourself in the energy and excitement of Jazz music with J@MS! Multiple offerings available.

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J@MS Ensemble

Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: 30 Weeks

Our J@MS Ensemble offers a shorter alternative schedule for busy students to still participate in our award-winning Jazz program!

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J@MS Jazz Camp

Age: 10 - 18 | Session Length: 5 Days

Polish your music skills and discover the rich tradition of Jazz music in this summer offering of our popular school year program, J@MS.

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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.

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Junior J@MS

Age: 10 - 17 | Session Length: 30 Weeks

Junior J@MS offers an introduction to improvisation and combo playing for the younger beginning or intermediate instrumentalist.

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Keyboard Explorers

Age: 4 - 5 | Session Length: 15 Weeks

An introduction to the keyboard in a relaxed, group setting.

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Keys to Musicianship

Age: 13 - 18 | Session Length: 10 Weeks

In collaboration with Piano Cleveland, this course teaches the basics of keyboard technique for teens interested in advanced musical training.

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Kids Camp

Age: 3 - 6 | Session Length: One Week

Young children will work directly with our Early Childhood teachers to explore and engage in an arts & sciences-rich environment.

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Kindergarten

Age: Age 5 years by September 30 | Session Length: Academic School Year

Kindergarten aligns to the state requirements of a kindergarten and supports each individual child’s success.

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Kindergarten +

Age: Age 5 years by September 30 | Session Length: Academic School Year

The TMS Kindergarten experience, including Before and After Care.

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Kindergarten Camp

Age: 5 - 6 | Session Length: 3 Weeks

A full-day camp created especially for current and former TMS Kindergarten graduates.

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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.

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Lunch Bunch

Age: 3 - 5 (must attend Morning Preschool/PreK) | Session Length: 35 Weeks

Register to have lunch with friends following morning Preschool.

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M.A.R.S. Integrated Camp

Age: 4 - 7 | Session Length: One Week

New for Summer 2023! Blast off for music, art, sensory regulation, and social experiences in this mission for campers of all abilities.

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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.

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Modern Dance

Age: 3 - 5 | Session Length: 15 Weeks

Explore space, music, and movement with our Modern Dance class, presented by Inlet Dance Theatre.

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Music for Self-Care & Wellness

Age: All ages

For individuals & families of all ages.

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Music Safari Camp

Age: Session I: 7 - 10, Session II: 5 - 6 | Session Length: One Week

Music Safari Camp is an ideal setting for young children to be introduced to musical instruments.

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Music Therapy Musical Revue

Age: 15+ | Session Length: 36 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...

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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.

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Old-Time Fiddle Boot Camp

Age: 13+ | Session Length: 3 Days

Learn how to play "off the page" and produce an authentic old-time fiddle sound.

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Old-Time Jam

Age: 12+ | Session Length: One Day

Learn and share folk tunes by ear at this monthly informal session for acoustic strings.

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Percussion Ensemble

Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: 15 Weeks

A high-energy and exciting musical experience utilizing traditional and non-traditional instruments.

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Piano Camp Jr.

Age: 6 - 10 | Session Length: One Week

For campers new to the piano, this interactive and fun morning camp combines keyboard instruction, musical games, and eurhythmics activities.

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Piano Camp: Lights, Camera, Music!

Age: 8 - 18 | Session Length: 5 Days

Explore the music of Harry Potter, Frozen, Star Wars, and more in our redesigned Piano Camp, led by Department Head Rich Seil.

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Private Sessions

Age: All ages | Session Length: 46 Weeks

We design music programs for people of all ages with disabilities and/or health concerns.

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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.

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Rock & Pop Music Camp

Age: 10 - 18 | Session Length: One Week

Cleveland-based musician Alfredo Guerreri returns for Rock & Pop Music Camp, a modern music experience that encompasses a wide variety of styles.

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Settlement Singers Active Adult Choir

Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks

The Settlement Singers is a co-ed ensemble for active adults (55+) interested in expressing themselves through music.

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Settlement Singers Choir Camp

Age: 18+ | Session Length: 6 Days

Settlement Singers Choir Camp is an opportunity for adults to learn new music, make new friends, and develop their performance skills.

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Snyder Cello Army

Age: 12+ | Session Length: 30 Weeks

A cello ensemble for teens and adults of intermediate to advanced skill level, directed by TMS cellist Derek Snyder.

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Songwriting Boot Camp

Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: 5 Days

Spend a week learning the ins and outs of songwriting and experience a real professional recording session!

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Summer Cello Boot Camp

Age: 12+ | Session Length: Three Days

Advance your cello skills quickly, make playing easier, increase your abilities, and refine your technique in our three-day boot camp.

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Summer Musical Revue

Age: 15+ | Session Length: 6 Sessions

A weekly social gathering for teens and adults to make music together, while focusing on following directions and non-verbal communication.

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Suzuki Camp

Age: 4 - 18 | Session Length: One Week

Join The Music Settlement Suzuki faculty and guest clinicians for a week of instruction, motivation, and fun!

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Umfundalai

Age: All Ages | Session Length: 12 Weeks

An introduction and cultural exploration of dance, based in classical technique and imbued with Pan-African movement, music, and understanding.

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Voice 101 Summer Camp

Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: One Week

New for Summer 2023! Improve your singing technique in preparation for school musicals, auditions, choir, and more.

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