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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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2 8:00 PM Laurence Hobgood Trio @ BOP STOP Laurence Hobgood Trio @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Sep
02
Contemporary virtuoso pianist, collaborator, composer, arranger, producer, educator; multiple Grammy nominee and 2010 Gr... |
3 5:00 PM BOP STOP CLOSED FOR PRIVATE EVENT BOP STOP CLOSED FOR PRIVATE EVENT 5:00 PM
Sep
03
The BOP STOP is closed this evening for a private event. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. rn If you ... |
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4 5:00 PM Debaneise Byrd Quintet @ BOP STOP Debaneise Byrd Quintet @ BOP STOP 5:00 PM
Sep
04
Debaneise Byrd: A power house of melodic vocals and a multi-talented artist, Debaneise was raised in Cleveland Ohio. She... |
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6 7:00 PM Preschool Parent Orientation 7:00 PM
Sep
06
Parent orientation for all Preschool parents for the 2016-2017 school year. |
7 9:00 AM Private Lessons & Sessions begin Private Lessons & Sessions begin 9:00 AM
Sep
07
Private music lessons and private music therapy sessions begin today for the Fall 2016 session 7:00 PM Dori Amarilio and Gretje Angell @ BOP STOP Dori Amarilio and Gretje Angell @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Sep
07
Bringing a touch of artistic elegance to music, Dori and Gretje tap in to the swingin’ fun of The Great American S... 9:00 PM Next Level Comedy Showcase @ BOP STOP Next Level Comedy Showcase @ BOP STOP 9:00 PM
Sep
07
Our monthly comedy show which occurs on the first Wednesday of every month features a fresh line-up of new Comedic talen... |
8 8:00 PM Alex Schrock Trio @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Sep
08
Alex Schrock is a guitarist, composer and teacher in the Columbus area. Originally from Canton, Ohio, Alex began playing... |
9 8:00 PM Selvaggio/ Brown/ Thompson/ Johnson @ BOP STOP Selvaggio/ Brown/ Thompson/ Johnson @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Sep
09
Please join us as we welcome a stellar group to the BOP STOP for an exciting performance of original, new material. This... |
10 8:00 PM BURNT SUGAR Arkestra plays Ornette, SUNNY, WAYNE & SUGAR @ BOP STOP BURNT SUGAR Arkestra plays Ornette, SUNNY, WAYNE & SUGAR @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Sep
10
Founded by Village Voice icon Greg "Ionman" Tate and co-led with monster groove bassist Jared Michael Nickerson since 19... |
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11 7:00 PM Cleveland Jazz Orchestra Featuring Joe Lovano (SOLD OUT) @ BOP STOP Cleveland Jazz Orchestra Featuring Joe Lovano (SOLD OUT) @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Sep
11
TONIGHT'S SHOW IS SOLD OUT Join us for a very special evening as we feature The Cleveland Jazz Orchestra with special g... |
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13 12:00 PM Fire Drill (Burke, Kulas House, Early Childhood, Sept. 2016) Fire Drill (Burke, Kulas House, Early Childhood, Sept. 2016) 12:00 PM
Sep
13
Fire drill 8:00 PM Red Baraat @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Sep
13
Famously dubbed “The best party band in years” by NPR, Red Baraat is a pioneering eight-piece band from Broo... |
14 8:00 PM Todd Clouser's Future Dance @ BOP STOP Todd Clouser's Future Dance @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Sep
14
Todd Clouser is a Ropeadope Records and Rarenoise Records recording artist currently living in Mexico City and touring m... |
15 8:00 PM Cleveland Greats Concert Series: Jack Schantz @ BOP STOP Cleveland Greats Concert Series: Jack Schantz @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Sep
15
The Cleveland Greats Concert Series, curated by Aidan Plank, features and celebrates the great musical contributions of ... |
16 8:00 PM Daniel Bruce Trio @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Sep
16
Join us for a wonderful evening of arrangements of jazz standards and original music as we present Daniel Bruce and his ... |
17 8:00 PM Rhys Miller Quartet @ BOP STOP Rhys Miller Quartet @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Sep
17
Rhys Miller is a fresh and exciting performer on the current musical landscape. With a voice that takes contemporary jaz... |
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18 1:30 PM Musical Mix and Mingle- No.1 (2016) Musical Mix and Mingle- No.1 (2016) 1:30 PM
Sep
18
String and wind players and pianists enjoy a fun afternoon of coached music making with other amateur chamber players.Mu... 8:00 PM Scott Robinson and Howie Smith Duo @ BOP STOP Scott Robinson and Howie Smith Duo @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Sep
18
This special concert brings together two saxophone powerhouses: Howie Smith and Scott Robinson! Scott and Howie first pl... |
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20 9:00 PM Outlab: Experiments in Improvised Music @ BOP STOP Outlab: Experiments in Improvised Music @ BOP STOP 9:00 PM
Sep
20
OutLab: Experiments in Improvised Music is a monthly laboratory for spontaneous interactive musical exploration. Musicia... |
21 8:00 PM Cleveland Brassworks @ BOP STOP Cleveland Brassworks @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Sep
21
Cleveland Brassworks is a classic brass quintet with a not-so-classic twist. Take a bunch of classically trained brass p... |
22 7:00 PM Faculty String Recital: TCO violinist Beth Woodside and friends Faculty String Recital: TCO violinist Beth Woodside and friends 7:00 PM
Sep
22
A faculty string recital by Cleveland Orchestra violinist and TMS faculty Beth Woodside, TCO violist and TMS facultyLemb... 8:00 PM Hiroya Tsukamoto @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Sep
22
Hiroya Tsukamoto performs solo guitar that takes us on an innovative, impressionistic journey filled with earthy, organi... |
23 8:00 PM The Sicilian Jazz Project @ BOP STOP The Sicilian Jazz Project @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Sep
23
The Sicilian Jazz Project returns to the BOP STOP with special guest (from Palermo via Brooklyn) Laura Campisi on vocals... |
24 8:00 PM Secret Keeper (Stephan Crump/Mary Halvorson) @ BOP STOP Secret Keeper (Stephan Crump/Mary Halvorson) @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Sep
24
Secret Keeper’s unique take on chamber jazz will appeal to fans of Jim Hall, Bill Frisell, or Jimmy Giuffre. This ... |
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25 4:00 PM Etienne Massicotte @ BOP STOP 4:00 PM
Sep
25
We welcome you to join us for an afternoon of new music featuring solo trumpet and electronics! This event is free but d... |
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28 8:00 PM Prime Time Big Band @ BOP STOP Prime Time Big Band @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Sep
28
The Prime Time Big Band has been playing in the Cleveland area since 1976. In the band's early days it was known as the ... |
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30 8:00 PM Moustache Yourself @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Sep
30
Moustache Yourself is a gypsy jazz band based out of Akron, Ohio. Band members (all of whom bear moustaches, a staple in... | |
Sep
02
BOP STOP
Laurence Hobgood Trio @ BOP STOP
Friday, September 02
BOP STOP
Contemporary virtuoso pianist, collaborator, composer, arranger, producer, educator; multiple Grammy nominee and 2010 Grammy winner Laurence Hobgood has enjoyed a multi-faceted and dynamic career. Perhaps best known as musical director for...
Sep
03
BOP STOP
BOP STOP CLOSED FOR PRIVATE EVENT
Saturday, September 03
BOP STOP
The BOP STOP is closed this evening for a private event. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. rn If you are interested in hosting your own private event at the...
Sep
04
BOP STOP
Debaneise Byrd Quintet @ BOP STOP
Sunday, September 04
BOP STOP
Debaneise Byrd: A power house of melodic vocals and a multi-talented artist, Debaneise was raised in Cleveland Ohio. She began her musical journey in her children’s church choir at the...
Sep
06
Early Childhood
Preschool Parent Orientation
Tuesday, September 06
Early Childhood
Parent orientation for all Preschool parents for the 2016-2017 school year.
Sep
07
Music Instruction Music Therapy
Private Lessons & Sessions begin
Wednesday, September 07
Music Instruction Music Therapy
Private music lessons and private music therapy sessions begin today for the Fall 2016 session
Sep
07
BOP STOP
Dori Amarilio and Gretje Angell @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, September 07
BOP STOP
Bringing a touch of artistic elegance to music, Dori and Gretje tap in to the swingin’ fun of The Great American Songbook, alongside beautiful Bossa Nova grooves. Charming, intimate, and...
Sep
07
BOP STOP
Next Level Comedy Showcase @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, September 07
BOP STOP
Our monthly comedy show which occurs on the first Wednesday of every month features a fresh line-up of new Comedic talent from all over the state. All proceeds from this...
Sep
08
BOP STOP
Alex Schrock Trio @ BOP STOP
Thursday, September 08
BOP STOP
Alex Schrock is a guitarist, composer and teacher in the Columbus area. Originally from Canton, Ohio, Alex began playing bass at age 12, then switched the guitar in high school...
Sep
09
BOP STOP
Selvaggio/ Brown/ Thompson/ Johnson @ BOP STOP
Friday, September 09
BOP STOP
Please join us as we welcome a stellar group to the BOP STOP for an exciting performance of original, new material. This quartet features: Bobby Selvaggio, Sax Theron Brown, Piano Paul Thompson, Bass James...
Sep
10
BOP STOP
BURNT SUGAR Arkestra plays Ornette, SUNNY, WAYNE & SUGAR @ BOP STOP
Saturday, September 10
BOP STOP
Founded by Village Voice icon Greg "Ionman" Tate and co-led with monster groove bassist Jared Michael Nickerson since 1999, Burnt Sugar the Arkestra Chamber can bring one group of players...
Sep
11
BOP STOP
Cleveland Jazz Orchestra Featuring Joe Lovano (SOLD OUT) @ BOP STOP
Sunday, September 11
BOP STOP
TONIGHT'S SHOW IS SOLD OUT Join us for a very special evening as we feature The Cleveland Jazz Orchestra with special guest, Joe Lovano! We will honor the music of Miles...
Sep
13
Music Instruction Early Childhood Music Therapy
Fire Drill (Burke, Kulas House, Early Childhood, Sept. 2016)
Tuesday, September 13
Music Instruction Early Childhood Music Therapy
Fire drill
Sep
13
BOP STOP
Red Baraat @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, September 13
BOP STOP
Famously dubbed “The best party band in years” by NPR, Red Baraat is a pioneering eight-piece band from Brooklyn, New York. Conceived by dhol player Sunny Jain, the group has...
Sep
14
BOP STOP
Todd Clouser's Future Dance @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, September 14
BOP STOP
Todd Clouser is a Ropeadope Records and Rarenoise Records recording artist currently living in Mexico City and touring much of the world, recently performing at Winter Jazz Fest NYC, jazz...
Sep
15
BOP STOP
Cleveland Greats Concert Series: Jack Schantz @ BOP STOP
Thursday, September 15
BOP STOP
The Cleveland Greats Concert Series, curated by Aidan Plank, features and celebrates the great musical contributions of musicians residing in the Cleveland area. Featured artists include notable performers, educators, and...
Sep
16
BOP STOP
Daniel Bruce Trio @ BOP STOP
Friday, September 16
BOP STOP
Join us for a wonderful evening of arrangements of jazz standards and original music as we present Daniel Bruce and his trio. By embracing the influence of his heroes from the...
Sep
17
BOP STOP
Rhys Miller Quartet @ BOP STOP
Saturday, September 17
BOP STOP
Rhys Miller is a fresh and exciting performer on the current musical landscape. With a voice that takes contemporary jazz into a new era, Rhys makes old standards new again...
Sep
18
Music Instruction
Musical Mix and Mingle- No.1 (2016)
A Chamber Music Play-in for adult musicians. Co-ordinator: Linda White
Sunday, September 18
Music Instruction
String and wind players and pianists enjoy a fun afternoon of coached music making with other amateur chamber players.Musicians are placed in duos, trios, quartets as appropriate, and music is...
Sep
18
BOP STOP
Scott Robinson and Howie Smith Duo @ BOP STOP
Sunday, September 18
BOP STOP
This special concert brings together two saxophone powerhouses: Howie Smith and Scott Robinson! Scott and Howie first played together almost 40 years ago. SCOTT ROBINSON: One of today's most wide-ranging instrumentalists, Scott...
Sep
20
BOP STOP
Outlab: Experiments in Improvised Music @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, September 20
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...
Sep
21
BOP STOP
Cleveland Brassworks @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, September 21
BOP STOP
Cleveland Brassworks is a classic brass quintet with a not-so-classic twist. Take a bunch of classically trained brass players and toss some jazz, rock, funk, latin, and swing tunes in...
Sep
22
Music Instruction
Faculty String Recital: TCO violinist Beth Woodside and friends
Thursday, September 22
Music Instruction
A faculty string recital by Cleveland Orchestra violinist and TMS faculty Beth Woodside, TCO violist and TMS facultyLembi Veskimets, and TCO violinist Emma Shook. Beth and her friends will perform...
Sep
22
BOP STOP
Hiroya Tsukamoto @ BOP STOP
Thursday, September 22
BOP STOP
Hiroya Tsukamoto performs solo guitar that takes us on an innovative, impressionistic journey filled with earthy, organic soundscapes that impart a mood of peace and tranquility. Hiroya Tsukamoto is a one...
Sep
23
BOP STOP
The Sicilian Jazz Project @ BOP STOP
Friday, September 23
BOP STOP
The Sicilian Jazz Project returns to the BOP STOP with special guest (from Palermo via Brooklyn) Laura Campisi on vocals. Michael Occhipinti’s Sicilian Jazz Project has been dazzling audiences world-wide with...
Sep
24
BOP STOP
Secret Keeper (Stephan Crump/Mary Halvorson) @ BOP STOP
Saturday, September 24
BOP STOP
Secret Keeper’s unique take on chamber jazz will appeal to fans of Jim Hall, Bill Frisell, or Jimmy Giuffre. This duo is made up of two of the most innovative...
Sep
25
BOP STOP
Etienne Massicotte @ BOP STOP
Sunday, September 25
BOP STOP
We welcome you to join us for an afternoon of new music featuring solo trumpet and electronics! This event is free but donations are greatly appreciated. Etienne Massicotte is a trumpeter,...
Sep
28
BOP STOP
Prime Time Big Band @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, September 28
BOP STOP
The Prime Time Big Band has been playing in the Cleveland area since 1976. In the band's early days it was known as the Richmond Heights Community Big Band, and...
Sep
30
BOP STOP
Moustache Yourself @ BOP STOP
Friday, September 30
BOP STOP
Moustache Yourself is a gypsy jazz band based out of Akron, Ohio. Band members (all of whom bear moustaches, a staple in the gypsy jazz lifestyle) Jeremy Jones (guitar), Brent...