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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 child-centered, comprehensive curriculum of creative specials including music, science, drama, SEL & 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.
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A Brief History of Music
Age: 15+
Join TMS Piano Department Head Arthur Kane for a virtual history tour through the evolution of music.
Adult Brass Ensemble
Age: 18+
Brass players are invited to regain and further develop ensemble playing skills with other adult brass musicians.
Adult Music Theory (Level II)
Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
This course will continue to build upon the foundational skills introduced in Adult Music Theory Level I.
Adult Orchestra
Age: 18+
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
This ensemble focuses on leadership, team building, and chamber music skills with the ultimate goal of performing as a self-directed group.
Bass Boot Camp
Age: 13+
Put your skills to the test during our Bass Boot Camp, an intensive 2 day workshop for electric bass and double bass!
Beginning Adult Harp Class
Age: 18+
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+
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
In this beginning group lever harp (aka the folk harp) class, students will learn basics such as posture, hand positioning, notes and strings.
Beginning Viola da Gamba
Age: 12 - 18
The viola da gamba, an instrument popular throughout the Renaissance and Baroque eras, is frequently played by skilled amateurs.
Camp Create
Age: 6 - 11
Split into three one-week sessions. Join us for hands-on creativity combining music, dance and theatre.
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.
Chamber Connect
Age: 12 - 18
In this week-long chamber music experience for string, piano, and voice students, campers will collaborate in an ensemble, receive daily coachings wit
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.
Cleveland Pops Youth Orchestra Summer Camp
Age: 12 - 18
Get back in the swing of ensemble playing with a summer camp session of the Cleveland Pops Youth Orchestra, led by Carl Topilow.
Continuing Music Theory
Join Linda Allen for this fun group theory course for musicians of mixed skill levels.
Dalcroze Eurhythmics - Rhythmic Studies
Age: 14+
Interested in mixed meters and cross rhythms? Take a dive into advanced rhythmic concepts with this course.
Dalcroze Eurhythmics for Adults
Age: 18+
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 & Champagne Flutes
Age: 15+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Join TMS flute instructors Jane Berkner and Linda White as they lead an online forum for intermediate and advanced flutists.
Flautrageous Flute Choir
Age: 15+
Participants have the opportunity to play all members of the flute family, from piccolo to alto, bass, and contrabass flutes.
Full Day Preschool
Age: 3 - 5 | Session Length: 45 Weeks
Full-day, year-round school for ages 3 - 5 years.
Group Music Arranging
Age: 15+
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+
If you're looking to expand your knowledge of the guitar, this course will help you learn tips, techniques, soloing, and repertoire.
Group PreTeen/Teen Piano (Level I)
Age: 10 - 14 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
This class creates a relaxed environment where students are introduced to the piano and learn basics of music theory.
Group Youth Piano
Age: 6 - 9
This class creates a relaxed environment where students are introduced to the piano and learn basics of music theory.
Group Youth Piano (Level I)
Age: 6 - 9 | 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+
Adults and teens at the intermediate level will grow musically and technically while performing classical repertoire in this small ensemble setting.
Home Based Music Therapy
Age: 18+
Therapy programs using music can help adults with long-lasting illnesses and/or medical problems meet their personal goals.
Inlet Dance Children's Level I (3-5) - UC Spring 2022
Age: 3-5
Each class combines Modern Dance techniques with creative problem solving instructions.
Inlet Dance Children's Level II (6-9) - UC Spring 2022
Age: 6-9
Each class combines Modern Dance techniques with creative problem solving instructions.In this level, students are introduced to Hawkins-based Release
International Music Choir Camp
Age: 18+
New for Summer 2021 — a group camp experience for adult amateur singers of varied skill levels!
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 Days
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: 15 Weeks
J@MS (Jazz at the Music Settlement) is a weekly half-day immersion program focusing on skills, knowledge, and experience to achieve musical goals.
J@MS Summer Jazz Camp
Age: 10 -18
Polish your music skills and discover the rich tradition of Jazz music in this summer offering of our popular school year program.
Junior Chamber Orchestra
Age: 8 - 12 | Session Length: 15 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
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.
Kids Camp | Press Play
Age: 3 - 6
Young children will work directly with our Early Childhood teachers to explore and engage in an arts & sciences rich environment.
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 Camp
Age: 5 - 6
TMS offers a 3 week full day camp for 2020-2021 Kindergarten graduates. Current and former TMS families ONLY. (20-21/19-20 students welcome).
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 and up
Come experience the joy of playing traditional Jewish folk tunes, and learn some Yiddish culture and history along the way in our community Klezmer ba
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: Session I: 15+, Session II: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
This ensemble is for beginning flutists who want to have fun in a small ensemble setting.
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.
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.
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 welcome
For individuals & families of all ages.
Music Safari Camp
Age: Session I: 7 - 10, Session II: 5 - 6
Music Safari Camp is an ideal setting for young children to be introduced to musical instruments.
Music Therapy Musical Revue
Age: 15+ | Session Length: 36 Weeks
Teens and adults with disabilities who want to be with others can practice and learn new social skills while sharing and making music together.
North Coast Winds Summer Institute
Age: 11 - 18
Join the North Coast Winds, Cleveland's premier professional woodwind quintet, for a week of woodwind instruction and chamber music!
Online Intensive Spring Break Songwriting
Age: 12 - 18 | Session Length: 3 Days
Interested in what it takes to be a singer-songwriter? Spend three days learning chord progressions, song form, lyric writing, and performance skills.
Percussion Ensemble
Age: 12 - 18
The Music Settlement's Percussion Ensemble can best be described as a high-energy and exciting musical experience.
Piano Camp
Piano Camp Jr.
Age: 6 - 10
For beginners who are new to the piano or keyboard, this morning camp will mix keyboard instruction, music and movement, musical games and activities.
Piano Skills Online Camp
Age: 11 - 17
TMS presents our Piano Skills Online Camp, featuring the theme "American Composers, featuring Louis Moreau Gottschalk."
Private Sessions
Age: All ages | Session Length: 36 Weeks
We design music programs for people of all ages with disabilities and/or health concerns.
Rock & Pop Academy
Age: 10 - 18
Join our Rock & Pop Academy and learn how to play rock, blues, funk, reggae, classic, alternative, and modern rock in fun, student-forward ensembles.
Rock & Pop Music Camp
Age: 10 - 18
Are you ready to rock? The Rock & Pop Music Camp is a modern music experience that encompasses a wide variety of styles.
Saturday Jam
Age: 18+
Adults with disabilities enjoy fun, group music-making with their peers in a welcoming and nurturing setting.
Settlement Singers Active Adult Choir
Age: 55+
The Settlement Singers is a co-ed ensemble for active adults (55+) interested in expressing themselves through music.
Songwriting Summer Boot Camp
Age: 12 - 18
New to TMS for Summer 2021 — spend a week learning the ins and outs of songwriting!
Summer Cello Boot Camp
Age: 10+
Advance your cello playing with our Summer Cello Boot Camp, directed by Derek Snyder.
Suzuki Camp
Age: 4 - 17
Join The Music Settlement Suzuki faculty and guest clinicians for a week of instruction, motivation, and fun!
Teen Brass Ensemble
Age: 13 - 18
Brass players are invited to further develop brass ensemble playing skills.
Youth Latin Jazz Band
Age: 13 to 18
Students will learn Latin Jazz arrangements, soloing and improvisation, and ensemble playing while covering styles from Cuban, to Brazilian, to Puerto