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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.
1. Drop-In Class: Sing and Swing at TMS -- Mixed Ages
Age: 0 - 5 | Session Length: 1 Day
Register today for a sample class and experience the joy of Music Together!
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.
1. J@MS Program
Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: 30 Weeks
The J@MS Program is a weekly half-day program that immerses students in the energy and excitement of Jazz music.
1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages
Age: 0-5 | Session Length: 10 weeks
Experience the joy of Music Together!
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.
2. J@MS Ensemble
Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: 30 Weeks
Our J@MS Ensemble offers a shorter alternative schedule for busy students who want to participate in our award-winning Jazz program!
2. Sing and Swing at TMS - Rhythm Kids
Age: 4-8 | Session Length: 10 weeks
Enjoy drumming, games, rhythm patterns, singing and more!
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.
3. Junior J@MS
Age: 10 - 15 | Session Length: 30 Weeks
Junior J@MS offers an introduction to improvisation and combo playing for the younger beginning instrumentalist.
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.
4. 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.
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.
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.
Adult Orchestra
Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks (6 Days in Summer)
This is a great opportunity for those who may have played previously in life to get back in the game!
Advanced Chamber Orchestra
Age: 8 - 18 | Session Length: 30 Weeks
This ensemble is designed for more advanced string players to continue building and refining ensemble playing.
Beginning Chamber Orchestra
Age: 6 - 11 | Session Length: 30 Weeks
Younger string players (violin, viola, cello, bass) will have the opportunity to learn basic note reading and ensemble playing skills.
Champagne Flutes
Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
A small ensemble geared toward intermediate level adult flutists who like to play with others and want to enhance their performance skills.
Cleveland Pops Youth Orchestra
Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: 30 Weeks
In partnership with the renowned Cleveland Pops Orchestra, this ensemble nurtures and trains young musicians to reach their full artistic potential.
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
Our largest and most advanced flute choir, participants have the opportunity to play all members of the flute family.
Group Youth Piano
Age: 7 - 10 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
This class creates a relaxed environment where students are introduced to the piano and learn basics of music theory.
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.
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.
Junior Chamber Orchestra
Age: 7 - 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 advanced ensembles.
Keyboard Explorers
Age: 4 - 6 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
An introduction to the keyboard in a relaxed, group setting.
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.
Kindergarten +
Age: Age 5 years by September 30 | Session Length: Academic School Year
The TMS Kindergarten experience, including Before and After Care.
Lunch Bunch
Age: 3 - 5 (must attend Morning Preschool/PreK) | Session Length: 35 Weeks
Register to have lunch with friends following morning Preschool.
Modern Dance
Age: 3 - 5 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Explore space, music, and movement with our Modern Dance class, presented by Inlet Dance Theatre.
Music Film Series
Age: 18+ | Session Length: One Day
Join The Music Settlement's Creative Aging Department for a summer series celebrating your favorite musical films on the big screen!
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...
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.
Old-Time Jam
Age: 12+ | Session Length: One Day
Learn and share folk tunes by ear at this monthly informal session for acoustic strings.
Popular Guitar Club
Age: 10-13 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Learn the basics of guitar playing in this new small group course. Guitars are free to borrow from TMS while enrolled in the course.
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 Band
Age: 10 - 18 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Join our Rock & Pop Band and learn how to play rock, blues, funk, reggae, classic, alternative, and modern rock in fun, student-forward ensembles.
Root Beer Flutes
Age: 10 - 14 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Rehearse flute ensemble repertoire and try out other members of the flute family, including the piccolo, and the alto and bass flutes.
STEAM Saturdays
Age: 3 - 8 | Session Length: 1 Day
These free STEAM sessions offer themed learning experiences for children ages 3 - 8 years old accompanied by an adult.
The Settlement Singers
Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks (6 Days in Summer)
The Settlement Singers is a co-ed ensemble for adults interested in expressing themselves through music.
Young Scientists
Age: 2 - 3 | Session Length: 8 weeks
Designed as a play-based experience, Young Scientists engages adults and children in learning, interaction, curiosity, and STEM exploration.