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Brent Kirby's 10x3 Songwriter/Band Showcase @ BOP STOP

Wednesday, March 01

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BOP STOP is proud to present Brent Kirby's famous 10x3! This event is free but donations are encouraged at the door. This event will also be livestreamed on BOP STOP's...

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Kyle Nasser/Simona Premazzi Quartet @ BOP STOP

Thursday, March 02

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Among New York's most exciting young voices, Kyle Nasser and Simona Premazzi make their debut at the BOP STOP with their high energy quartet. Tickets to attend this show are...

Music Instruction

Umfundalai

Thursday, March 02 to Thursday, May 25, 2023

Music Instruction

Umfundalai (mah-FOON-dah-lah) means "essence" or "essential" in Kiswahili. Umfundalai infuses and expands the theory and practice of contemporary African dance, incorporating steps, rhythm, and sensibility from a range of African dance...

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Kevin Martinez Quintet @ BOP STOP

Friday, March 03

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Bassist, composer, and arranger Kevin Robert Martinez leads a stellar quintet playing a mix of standards and originals. Tickets to attend in person are $20 each. This event will also be...

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Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP

Friday, March 03

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We welcome you to join us for our famous jazz jam session. Bring your instrument and call a tune! Our house rhythm section is organized by Cleveland based drummer, Anthony...

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Pulse @ BOP STOP

Saturday, March 04

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Join us for an exciting night of original music by the outstanding local quartet, Pulse! Tickets to attend this show are $20 each. This event will also be livestreamed on...

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Lakeland Community College's Jazz Impact @ BOP STOP

Sunday, March 05

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Lakeland Community College is pleased to present their All-Star High School Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Impact for this year’s performance at the Bop Stop. Their concert will be presented on Sunday,...

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Tamir Hendelman @ BOP STOP

Sunday, March 05

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Award-winning jazz pianist Tamir Hendelman presents a solo piano program that is guaranteed to delight. In his playing and arrangements, he explores jazz standards, Brazilian music, and blues, all through...

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Lift Their Voices Concert Series: Mikey Silas @ BOP STOP

Wednesday, March 08

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We hope you will join us for our next performance in the Lift Their Voices concert series presented by our friends at Roots of American Music. Tickets to attend this...

Early Childhood

Artists in Bloom Annual Art Show

Thursday, March 09

Early Childhood

Our Annual Art show is back! Please join us to honor our young "Picassos"! The annual art show showcases the creativity, imagination, and individuality of our Center for Early Childhood...

Music Instruction

String Scholarship Auditions 2023

by application

Thursday, March 09

Music Instruction

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Hamker / Leaman / Plank Trio @ BOP STOP

Thursday, March 09

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Brent Hamker, Joe Leaman, and Aidan Plank team up for a musical retrospective on the trio format. Tickets to attend this show in person are $15 each. This event will also...

Early Childhood

Artists in Bloom Annual Art Show

Friday, March 10

Early Childhood

Our Annual Art show is back! Please join us to honor our young "Picassos"! The annual art show showcases the creativity, imagination, and individuality of our Center for Early Childhood...

Music Instruction

Piano Scholarship Auditions

by application

Friday, March 10

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Music Instruction

Brass & Winds Scholarship Auditions

by application

Friday, March 10

Music Instruction

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Matthew Fries Trio @ Bop Stop

Friday, March 10

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Michigan-based pianist/composer Matthew Fries makes his BOP STOP debut performing a mix of standards and original music in promotion of his new album. Tickets for this event are $20 each. This...

Music Instruction

J@MS Jazz Auditions 2023

by application and audition

Saturday, March 11

Music Instruction

Early Childhood

March STEM Saturday: States of Matter

Saturday, March 11

Early Childhood

Curated for ages 3-8 years old with an accompanied parent or adult present. March Theme's will be States of Matter and will be hosted at The Music Settlement's Ohio City campus...

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Rachel Brown and the Beatnik Playboys @ BOP STOP

Saturday, March 11

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Singer/songwriter/pianist Rachel Brown returns to the BOP STOP with The Beatnik Playboys. Tickets are $20 each to attend the show in person. This event will also be livestreamed on BOP STOP's...

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Brad Wagner’s Big Band Birthday Bash! @ BOP STOP

Sunday, March 12

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Join saxophonist and composer Brad Wagner on his birthday with an all star big band for an evening of songs and celebration. Tickets to attend this show are $20 each. This...

Music Instruction

Musical Mix and Mingle

Sunday, March 12

Music Instruction

Musicians will be placed in trios, quartets and quintets, and music will be distributed in advance to allow for home practice. On the event day, musicians will rehearse with guidance...

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Brent Kirby's 10x3 Songwriter/Band Showcase @ BOP STOP

Wednesday, March 15

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BOP STOP is proud to present Brent Kirby's famous 10x3! This event is free but donations are encouraged at the door. This event will also be livestreamed on BOP STOP's...

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Old-Time Jam

Wednesday, March 15

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Gather with friends new and old... Join us each month for an informal jam session at our Ohio City campus as we learn and share folk tunes by ear. This music...

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Muscle Tough @ BOP STOP

Thursday, March 16

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Join us for an exciting night featuring Philadelphia’s premier Futuristic Funk Fusion trio. Muscle Tough makes an explosive debut at the BOP STOP! Tickets for this show are $20. This...

Music Instruction

Group Music Arranging

Thursday, March 16 to Thursday, May 25, 2023

Music Instruction

Learn the basics of music arranging! This online course introduces the music theory behind arranging, harmonizing, and orchestration. Students will learn about counterpoint, primary chords, chord progressions, instrument transpositions and their...

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Grant Heineman Quartet @ BOP STOP

Friday, March 17

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The Grant Heineman Quartet presents an improvisational evening of jazz standards, original compositions, and contemporary twists on old tunes. The group will stick around and lead the night's installment of...

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Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP

Friday, March 17

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We welcome you to join us for our famous jazz jam session. Bring your instrument and call a tune! Our house rhythm section is organized by Cleveland based drummer, Anthony...

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Camila Meza @ BOP STOP

Saturday, March 18

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Chilean vocalist and composer Camila Meza returns to the BOP STOP for an exciting evening of brilliant songwriting and dazzling artistry. Tickets to attend this show are $20 each. Featuring: Camila Meza...

Music Instruction

A Brief History of Music

Saturday, March 18 to Saturday, May 27, 2023

Music Instruction

Join Arthur Kane for a virtual history tour through the evolution of music. Participants will listen to and discuss various styles and eras of music, from ancient history to modern day....

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Outlab: Experiments In Improvised Music @ BOP STOP

Tuesday, March 21

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OutLab: Experiments in Improvised Music is a monthly laboratory for spontaneous interactive musical exploration. Musicians with open ears are invited to bring instruments, or any sound making device (drum kit...

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Ben Wendel Group @ BOP STOP

With Taylor Eigsti, Harish Raghavan, and Nate Wood

Wednesday, March 22

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We are thrilled to welcome Grammy nominated saxophonist Ben Wendel and the Ben Wendel Group to the BOP STOP stage! Tickets for this show are $25 each. This event will...

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Sammy DeLeon & Jackie Warren Latin Jazz Quartet (Jackie's Birthday Bash) @ BOP STOP

Thursday, March 23

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Join us to celebrate one of our local stars, Jackie Warren, as we hold her 2023 Birthday Bash! The night will feature Jackie's Latin Jazz Quartet along with several special...

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Voice Scholarship Auditions 2023

by registration and appointment

Friday, March 24

Music Instruction

Voice scholarship juried auditions will take place today from 3pm to 8pm in Burke mansion Recital Hall. Scholarships are awarded for partial tuition for voice lessons for the next school...

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David Bixler and trio incognito @ BOP STOP

Friday, March 24

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Saxophonist and composer David Bixler brings his exciting trio incognito to promote the group's recording, Inside the Grief. Tickets for this concert are $20 each. Featuring: David Bixler, saxophone Dan Loomis, bass Fabio Rojas,...

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Bobby Selvaggio Paintings Project @ BOP STOP

Saturday, March 25

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Acclaimed alto saxophonist & recording artist, Bobby Selvaggio, returns with an All-Star quartet to present music from his Paintings Project! Tickets to attend this concert in person are $20 each. Featuring: Bobby...

Early Childhood

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Saturday, March 25 to Saturday, June 03, 2023

Early Childhood

The Mixed ages class brings an engaging early childhood music and movement program for young children and their parent or caregiver. Siblings 7 months and younger or 5 and older...

Early Childhood

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Saturday, March 25 to Saturday, June 03, 2023

Early Childhood

The Mixed ages class brings an engaging early childhood music and movement program for young children and their parent or caregiver. Siblings 7 months and younger or 5 and older...

Early Childhood

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Saturday, March 25 to Saturday, June 03, 2023

Early Childhood

The Mixed ages class brings an engaging early childhood music and movement program for young children and their parent or caregiver. Siblings 7 months and younger or 5 and older...

Early Childhood

2. Sing and Swing at TMS - Rhythm Kids

Saturday, March 25 to Saturday, May 27, 2023

Early Childhood

Our Rhythm Kids curriculum continues our developmentally appropriate music education with drumming, games, rhythm patterns and singing. Older children love the interactive format and parents love to connect with their...

Early Childhood

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Monday, March 27 to Monday, June 05, 2023

Early Childhood

The Mixed ages class brings an engaging early childhood music and movement program for young children and their parent or caregiver. Siblings 7 months and younger or 5 and older...

Early Childhood

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Monday, March 27 to Monday, June 05, 2023

Early Childhood

The Mixed ages class brings an engaging early childhood music and movement program for young children and their parent or caregiver. Siblings 7 months and younger or 5 and older...

Early Childhood

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Monday, March 27 to Monday, June 05, 2023

Early Childhood

The Mixed ages class brings an engaging early childhood music and movement program for young children and their parent or caregiver. Siblings 7 months and younger or 5 and older...

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BOP STOP Closed For Private Event @ BOP STOP

Tuesday, March 28

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The BOP STOP is closed today for a private event. We apologize for the inconvenience. If you are interested in hosting your own private event at BOP STOP please email Bryan...

Early Childhood

2. Sing and Swing at TMS - Rhythm Kids

Tuesday, March 28 to Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Early Childhood

Our Rhythm Kids curriculum continues our developmentally appropriate music education with drumming, games, rhythm patterns and singing. Older children love the interactive format and parents love to connect with their...

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The Cleveland Jazz Orchestra Meets The Cleveland Composers Guild @ BOP STOP

Wednesday, March 29

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The Cleveland Jazz Orchestra meets the Cleveland Composers Guild! Following in the tradition of George Gershwin, Igor Stravinsky and Leonard Bernstein, these two prolific organizations present an intriguing and swinging...

Early Childhood

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Wednesday, March 29 to Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Early Childhood

The Mixed ages class brings an engaging early childhood music and movement program for young children and their parent or caregiver. Siblings 7 months and younger or 5 and older...

Early Childhood

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Wednesday, March 29 to Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Early Childhood

The Mixed ages class brings an engaging early childhood music and movement program for young children and their parent or caregiver. Siblings 7 months and younger or 5 and older...

Music Instruction

Scholarship Auditions Overflow Day 2023

By application and audition

Thursday, March 30

Music Instruction

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Third Law Collective @ BOP STOP

Thursday, March 30

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BOP STOP Director, Bryan Kennard, teams up with a collective of composers and performers from across Northeast Ohio to present the first concert in a new series to promote and...

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Dave Banks Big Band @ BOP STOP

Sammy and Buddy: Featuring Stanley Davis and Mark Gonder

Friday, March 31

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Akron's wildly popular big band returns to the BOP STOP this season for a swinging concert event! The David Banks Big Band will celebrate the famous live recorded show featuring...