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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.
Events
Events
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1 7:00 PM Melina Taylor Senior Recital 7:00 PM
Jun
01
Melina Taylor, voice student of Kate Kooser, will present a senior recital of vocal music from Purcell to Sondheim. Clas... 8:00 PM Next Level Comedy Showcase Featuring Al Park @ BOP STOP Next Level Comedy Showcase Featuring Al Park @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
01
This month's Next Level Comedy Showcase is headlined by Al Park! Al Park has quickly emerged as a rising talent on the ... |
2 8:00 PM Wave Magnetik @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
02
Wave Magnetik is the huge electronic music duo lead by producer and trumpeter Donald Malloy. In the band, Donald plays t... |
3 9:00 PM Modern Swing Dance Party @ BOP STOP Modern Swing Dance Party @ BOP STOP 9:00 PM
Jun
03
With a new take on an old tradition, the BOP STOP hosts "Modern Swing" on June 3rd, spinning updated versions of the fin... |
4 8:00 PM CD Release: Tom Tallitsch Quartet @ BOP STOP CD Release: Tom Tallitsch Quartet @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
04
Tom Tallitsch is a Saxophonist, Composer, Recording Artist, Music Educator, and Host of ‘The Modern Jazz Radio Sho... |
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5 11:00 AM Glam Brunch: From Lady Stardust to Lady Gaga @ BOP STOP Glam Brunch: From Lady Stardust to Lady Gaga @ BOP STOP 11:00 AM
Jun
05
Overt sexuality. Thunderous beats. Transgressive politics. Anthemic songwriting. Bizarre theatricality. A party that nev... 2:00 PM SUZUKI RECITAL #13 2:00 PM
Jun
05
Suzuki students in performance for family and friends. The annual Pot luck picnic for Suzuki students and their families... |
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7 6:00 PM Final SUZUKI CONCERT at CSU 6:00 PM
Jun
07
The final Suzuki concert of the school year will take place at CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITYMUSIC AND COMMUNICATION BUILDI... 8:00 PM Unsolvable Problems @ BOP STOP Unsolvable Problems @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
07
Unsolvable Problems: Evan Levine, Lex Korten, and Kayvon Gordon Evan, Kayvon and Lex first met in a University of Michi... |
8 8:00 PM Aidan Plank and the New Melodies @ BOP STOP Aidan Plank and the New Melodies @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
08
The New Melodies is an ensemble featuring new and emerging jazz musicians who work, live, and study in the Cleveland are... |
9 9:30 AM Parent Visit 9:30 AM
Jun
09
Prospective parents are invited to tour the buidling and see the program in action. 8:00 PM Chris Coles Quartet @ BOP STOP Chris Coles Quartet @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
09
Christopher J. Coles is a graduate of Cleveland South High School (2004). In 2009 Chris received his Bachelor Degree in ... |
10 8:00 PM Radarhill @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
10
Radarhill is a post-jazz quintet based out of Columbus, OH. The group is actively composing and performing new music wit... |
11 11:00 AM Parade the Circle & Circle Village Parade the Circle & Circle Village 11:00 AM
Jun
11
Visit our tent on Wade Oval between 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Free your Inner Musician! http://www.universitycircle.org/even... 3:00 PM Tatyana Tolmacheva Piano Studio Recital Tatyana Tolmacheva Piano Studio Recital 3:00 PM
Jun
11
Piano students of Tatyana Tolmacheva will perform in recital for family and friends. Everyone is invited! 8:30 PM Billy Donato: Vintage Vegas With A Modern Twist @ BOP STOP Billy Donato: Vintage Vegas With A Modern Twist @ BOP STOP 8:30 PM
Jun
11
As a Vocalist, Showman and All-Around Entertainer, Billy Donato's authentic high-energy performance is a national award-... |
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12 1:30 PM Musical Mix and Mingle No.5 1:30 PM
Jun
12
This is our final Sunday Chamber Music play-in date for this school session .Open to adult amateur chamber music lovers... 3:00 PM Rachel Bernstein Cello Studio Recital Rachel Bernstein Cello Studio Recital 3:00 PM
Jun
12
Suzuki cello students of Rachel Bernstein will perform in recital this Sunday at the BOPSTOP for family and friends. All... 7:00 PM Matzke Premieres Piano Music by Auerbach-Brown @ BOP STOP Matzke Premieres Piano Music by Auerbach-Brown @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Jun
12
Pianist Brianna Matzke will premiere The Slow Waltzes by composer Christopher Auerbach-Brown. Paradoxes are the soul of ... |
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15 8:00 PM Zakk Jones' Screeching Owl @ BOP STOP Zakk Jones' Screeching Owl @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
15
Zakk Jones is a Columbus based guitarist, composer/arranger and teacher, with a B.M. in Jazz Studies from Capital Univer... |
16 7:30 PM Aaron Weinstein Trio @ BOP STOP Aaron Weinstein Trio @ BOP STOP 7:30 PM
Jun
16
Called “the Groucho of the violin” by Tony Bennett and “a perfect musician” by jazz guitar legen... 9:30 PM Joe McPhee, John Dikeman, and Guests @ BOP STOP Joe McPhee, John Dikeman, and Guests @ BOP STOP 9:30 PM
Jun
16
Tonight we feature a trio comprised of Amsterdam-based, American saxophonist John Dikeman and a resourceful and powerful... |
17 8:00 PM Dan Levenson @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
17
An Evening with Dan Levenson – An intimate evening of musical conversation – is Dan’s one-man show wit... |
18 8:00 PM Ki Allen Quintet @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
18
Jazz singer, Ki Allen, has worked with almost every important rhythm section in Northeast Ohio, enjoying particularly lo... |
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19 3:00 PM Arts for Us Concert: The Bee and the Bear Arts for Us Concert: The Bee and the Bear 3:00 PM
Jun
19
Please join us for a special summer Arts for Us concert as Music Settlement Faculty Members Linda White and Ida Mercer d... 6:00 PM Simon Mastri Quintet @ BOP STOP Simon Mastri Quintet @ BOP STOP 6:00 PM
Jun
19
Simon Mastri is an unconventional jazz bassist. Influenced by Bach to Stan Getz, and Fela Kuti to Johnny Cash, Mastri fu... |
20 9:00 AM Music Builders Camp I begins 9:00 AM
Jun
20
start date for first session of MB camp.. Before and After Care available. |
21 11:30 AM Free Concert: Make Music Cleveland Day @ TMS Free Concert: Make Music Cleveland Day @ TMS 11:30 AM
Jun
21
Free and open to the public! Outdoor concert at lunchtime between 11:30 and 1:00 today to celebrate Make Music Cleveland... 7:30 PM Ben Goldberg and Michael Coleman Present "Hocus Pocus" @ BOP STOP Ben Goldberg and Michael Coleman Present "Hocus Pocus" @ BOP STOP 7:30 PM
Jun
21
Hocus Pocus (Book H of 'Practitioners') is a collection of six etudes for solo soprano saxophone composed by Steve Lacy.... 9:00 PM Outlab: Experiments In Improvised Music @ BOP STOP Outlab: Experiments In Improvised Music @ BOP STOP 9:00 PM
Jun
21
OutLab: Experiments in Improvised Music is a monthly laboratory for spontaneous interactive musical exploration. Musicia... |
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23 9:40 AM Student Noah Horowitz on WCLV 9:40 AM
Jun
23
Tune in to WCLV 104.9 Thursday at 9:40 a.m. for an interview with Noah Horowitz and Patti Evans. Noah was recently the s... |
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25 3:00 PM Adult Student Solo & Chamber Music Recital Adult Student Solo & Chamber Music Recital 3:00 PM
Jun
25
Adult music students perform solo and in instrumental chamber ensembles for friends and family. All are welcome to atten... |
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27 9:00 AM Music Safari Camp 2016 - Session I Music Safari Camp 2016 - Session I 9:00 AM
Jun
27
This hands-on music camp for ages 6 to 9 is a great opportunity to discover which instruments interest your child before... |
28 8:00 PM Steve Davis Quartet @ BOP STOP Steve Davis Quartet @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
28
All-star trombonist leads a quartet featuring himself and his son, Tony Davis, on guitar! Steve Davis is widely regarde... |
29 8:00 PM Cortex @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
29
This show is proudly co-produced with New Ghosts! Cortex, described as “one of the greatest bands currently worki... |
30 5:00 PM Private Event @ BOP STOP 5:00 PM
Jun
30
BOP STOP is closed this evening for a private event. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you are interested in hostin... | ||
Jun
01
Music Instruction
Melina Taylor Senior Recital
Free and open to the public
Wednesday, June 01
Music Instruction
Melina Taylor, voice student of Kate Kooser, will present a senior recital of vocal music from Purcell to Sondheim. Classical, jazz,and music theater numbers - something for everyone! Bring...
Jun
01
BOP STOP
Next Level Comedy Showcase Featuring Al Park @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, June 01
BOP STOP
This month's Next Level Comedy Showcase is headlined by Al Park! Al Park has quickly emerged as a rising talent on the national comedy scene. In just the past year, he...
Jun
02
Early Childhood
Preschool Lunch Bunch Ends
Thursday, June 02
Early Childhood
Jun
02
BOP STOP
Wave Magnetik @ BOP STOP
Thursday, June 02
BOP STOP
Wave Magnetik is the huge electronic music duo lead by producer and trumpeter Donald Malloy. In the band, Donald plays trumpet and DJs with live drums. Based out of New...
Jun
03
Early Childhood
3- and 4- Day Preschool Ends
Friday, June 03
Early Childhood
Jun
03
Early Childhood
Kindergarten Ends
Friday, June 03 to Sunday, July 03, 2016
Early Childhood
Jun
03
BOP STOP
Modern Swing Dance Party @ BOP STOP
Friday, June 03
BOP STOP
With a new take on an old tradition, the BOP STOP hosts "Modern Swing" on June 3rd, spinning updated versions of the finest music from the swing era. Dress to...
Jun
04
Music Therapy
Music Therapy Party
Saturday, June 04
Music Therapy
Jun
04
BOP STOP
CD Release: Tom Tallitsch Quartet @ BOP STOP
Saturday, June 04
BOP STOP
Tom Tallitsch is a Saxophonist, Composer, Recording Artist, Music Educator, and Host of ‘The Modern Jazz Radio Show’. Tom performs at jazz clubs and other venues throughout NYC including, Smalls Jazz...
Jun
05
Music Instruction
Suzuki: End of Year Picnic
Sunday, June 05
Music Instruction
Jun
05
BOP STOP
Glam Brunch: From Lady Stardust to Lady Gaga @ BOP STOP
Sunday, June 05
BOP STOP
Overt sexuality. Thunderous beats. Transgressive politics. Anthemic songwriting. Bizarre theatricality. A party that never ends. BOP STOP presents a Glam Brunch that traces music and culture from turn-of-the-Century decadence to the...
Jun
05
Music Instruction
SUZUKI RECITAL #13
Recital is free and open to the public
Sunday, June 05
Music Instruction
Suzuki students in performance for family and friends. The annual Pot luck picnic for Suzuki students and their families follows this recital.
Jun
07
Early Childhood
2-Day,5-Day, and Extended Day Preschool Ends
Tuesday, June 07
Early Childhood
Jun
07
Music Instruction
Final SUZUKI CONCERT at CSU
Free and open to the public
Tuesday, June 07
Music Instruction
The final Suzuki concert of the school year will take place at CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITYMUSIC AND COMMUNICATION BUILDINGWAETJEN AUDITORIUM2121 EUCLID AVENUE,CLEVELAND and will feature group performances by all of our violin, viola,...
Jun
07
BOP STOP
Unsolvable Problems @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, June 07
BOP STOP
Unsolvable Problems: Evan Levine, Lex Korten, and Kayvon Gordon Evan, Kayvon and Lex first met in a University of Michigan rehearsal room in the summer of 2014. Evan and Kayvon were...
Jun
08
Music Instruction
Department Heads meeting #10
Center for Music
Wednesday, June 08
Music Instruction
Jun
08
BOP STOP
Aidan Plank and the New Melodies @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, June 08
BOP STOP
The New Melodies is an ensemble featuring new and emerging jazz musicians who work, live, and study in the Cleveland area. With players moving to the region and multiple venues...
Jun
09
Early Childhood
Parent Visit
Thursday, June 09 to Friday, June 24, 2016
Early Childhood
Prospective parents are invited to tour the buidling and see the program in action.
Jun
09
Music Instruction
Student Recital #17
Free and open to the public
Thursday, June 09
Music Instruction
Jun
09
BOP STOP
Chris Coles Quartet @ BOP STOP
Thursday, June 09
BOP STOP
Christopher J. Coles is a graduate of Cleveland South High School (2004). In 2009 Chris received his Bachelor Degree in Saxophone Performance from Youngstown State University. It was here that...
Jun
10
Music Therapy
Music Therapy Party
Friday, June 10
Music Therapy
Jun
10
BOP STOP
Radarhill @ BOP STOP
Friday, June 10
BOP STOP
Radarhill is a post-jazz quintet based out of Columbus, OH. The group is actively composing and performing new music with a wide variety of influences. The quintet aims to be...
Jun
11
Music Instruction
Parade the Circle & Circle Village
Saturday, June 11
Music Instruction
Visit our tent on Wade Oval between 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Free your Inner Musician! http://www.universitycircle.org/events/2016/06/11/parade-the-circle-circle-village for more info
Jun
11
Music Instruction
Tatyana Tolmacheva Piano Studio Recital
Free and open to the public
Saturday, June 11
Music Instruction
Piano students of Tatyana Tolmacheva will perform in recital for family and friends. Everyone is invited!
Jun
11
BOP STOP
Billy Donato: Vintage Vegas With A Modern Twist @ BOP STOP
Saturday, June 11
BOP STOP
As a Vocalist, Showman and All-Around Entertainer, Billy Donato's authentic high-energy performance is a national award-winning interactive experience that captivates and inspires audiences of all ages. His song collection is...
Jun
12
Music Instruction
Musical Mix and Mingle No.5
Final session in a series of Sunday afternoon Chamber Music play-Ins
Sunday, June 12
Music Instruction
This is our final Sunday Chamber Music play-in date for this school session .Open to adult amateur chamber music lovers (strings, winds, piano) who can play and sight...
Jun
12
Music Instruction
Rachel Bernstein Cello Studio Recital
Free and open to the public
Sunday, June 12
Music Instruction
Suzuki cello students of Rachel Bernstein will perform in recital this Sunday at the BOPSTOP for family and friends. All are welcome!
Jun
12
BOP STOP
Matzke Premieres Piano Music by Auerbach-Brown @ BOP STOP
Sunday, June 12
BOP STOP
Pianist Brianna Matzke will premiere The Slow Waltzes by composer Christopher Auerbach-Brown. Paradoxes are the soul of this 45-minute work for solo piano - dancing in ultraslow motion, the eye...
Jun
15
BOP STOP
Zakk Jones' Screeching Owl @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, June 15
BOP STOP
Zakk Jones is a Columbus based guitarist, composer/arranger and teacher, with a B.M. in Jazz Studies from Capital University. Originally from Portland, Oregon, his musical studies started at the age...
Jun
16
BOP STOP
Aaron Weinstein Trio @ BOP STOP
Thursday, June 16
BOP STOP
Called “the Groucho of the violin” by Tony Bennett and “a perfect musician” by jazz guitar legend, Bucky Pizzarelli, Aaron Weinstein “is rapidly establishing himself as one of his instrument’s...
Jun
16
BOP STOP
Joe McPhee, John Dikeman, and Guests @ BOP STOP
Thursday, June 16
BOP STOP
Tonight we feature a trio comprised of Amsterdam-based, American saxophonist John Dikeman and a resourceful and powerful Norwegian rhythm section (bass and drums) featuring players whose other credits include the...
Jun
17
BOP STOP
Dan Levenson @ BOP STOP
Friday, June 17
BOP STOP
An Evening with Dan Levenson – An intimate evening of musical conversation – is Dan’s one-man show with Clawhammer Banjo, Appalachian Fiddle, songs and stories of life and the road. Dan...
Jun
18
Music Instruction
Student Recital #18
Free and open to the public
Saturday, June 18
Music Instruction
Jun
18
BOP STOP
Ki Allen Quintet @ BOP STOP
Saturday, June 18
BOP STOP
Jazz singer, Ki Allen, has worked with almost every important rhythm section in Northeast Ohio, enjoying particularly long and fruitful associations with legendary pianists Neal Creque, Ace Carter, Skeet Ross,...
Jun
19
Music Therapy
Arts for Us Concert: The Bee and the Bear
Featuring Ida Mercer & Linda White
Sunday, June 19
Music Therapy
Please join us for a special summer Arts for Us concert as Music Settlement Faculty Members Linda White and Ida Mercer depict Bee in her delightful woodland adventure in search...
Jun
19
BOP STOP
Simon Mastri Quintet @ BOP STOP
Sunday, June 19
BOP STOP
Simon Mastri is an unconventional jazz bassist. Influenced by Bach to Stan Getz, and Fela Kuti to Johnny Cash, Mastri fuses various musical genres to create a unique sound. Although...
Jun
20
Early Childhood
Music Builders Camp I begins
Monday, June 20 to Friday, July 08, 2016
Early Childhood
start date for first session of MB camp.. Before and After Care available.
Jun
20
Music Instruction Music Therapy
Make-Up Week (Private Lesson/Sessions)
Monday, June 20 to Saturday, June 25, 2016
Music Instruction Music Therapy
Jun
21
Music Instruction
Free Concert: Make Music Cleveland Day @ TMS
Tuesday, June 21
Music Instruction
Free and open to the public! Outdoor concert at lunchtime between 11:30 and 1:00 today to celebrate Make Music Cleveland Day. Opening act is Lynn B. Johnson, MFA performing ukulele standards....
Jun
21
BOP STOP
Ben Goldberg and Michael Coleman Present "Hocus Pocus" @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, June 21
BOP STOP
Hocus Pocus (Book H of 'Practitioners') is a collection of six etudes for solo soprano saxophone composed by Steve Lacy. Mr. Lacy writes: "Deliberately made so as to be hard...
Jun
21
BOP STOP
Outlab: Experiments In Improvised Music @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, June 21
BOP STOP
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...
Jun
23
Music Instruction
Student Noah Horowitz on WCLV
Thursday, June 23
Music Instruction
Tune in to WCLV 104.9 Thursday at 9:40 a.m. for an interview with Noah Horowitz and Patti Evans. Noah was recently the second runner-up in the Marvin Hamlisch Film Scoring...
Jun
25
Music Instruction
Adult Student Solo & Chamber Music Recital
Free and open to the public
Saturday, June 25
Music Instruction
Adult music students perform solo and in instrumental chamber ensembles for friends and family. All are welcome to attend!PLEASE NOTE: East Blvd. will be CLOSED all weekend. Please plan your...
Jun
27
Music Instruction
Music Safari Camp 2016 - Session I
A camp of Musical Exploration for children. June 27 to July 1, 9 am-12:30
Monday, June 27
Music Instruction
This hands-on music camp for ages 6 to 9 is a great opportunity to discover which instruments interest your child before investing in private lessons.Children will be introduced to ...
Music Instruction
Music Safari Camp 2016 - Session I starts June 27
A week of musical exploration for beginners ages 6-9
Music Instruction
This one-week camp is designed to introduce children to a variety of instruments, including strings, winds, brass and keyboards. In this hands-on camp, children will learn which instrument they love...
Jun
27
Music Instruction Music Therapy
Summer Lessons/Sessions Start
Monday, June 27
Music Instruction Music Therapy
Jun
28
BOP STOP
Steve Davis Quartet @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, June 28
BOP STOP
All-star trombonist leads a quartet featuring himself and his son, Tony Davis, on guitar! Steve Davis is widely regarded as one of today's leading improvisors on the trombone. His lyrical, hard-swinging...
Jun
29
BOP STOP
Cortex @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, June 29 to Tuesday, April 05, 2016
BOP STOP
This show is proudly co-produced with New Ghosts! Cortex, described as “one of the greatest bands currently working in Norway” (Eval Hareuveni, All About Jazz), will perform at BOP STOP on...
Jun
30
BOP STOP
Private Event @ BOP STOP
Thursday, June 30
BOP STOP
BOP STOP is closed this evening for a private event. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you are interested in hosting your own private event at BOP STOP please...