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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 3:00 PM Fire Drill (Burke, Jun. 2017) 3:00 PM
Jun
01
Fire drill 8:00 PM Swingtime Big Band @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
01
Swingtime is a Cleveland; Ohio based authentic big band featuring five reeds (alto, tenor, baritone saxes, flute and cla... |
2 6:00 PM Where the Writers Are: A Fundraiser for Lit Cleveland @ BOP STOP Where the Writers Are: A Fundraiser for Lit Cleveland @ BOP STOP 6:00 PM
Jun
02
Join us for Cleveland's hottest party for writers and readers! Mix and mingle with all your writer friends, help support... |
3 8:00 PM Official Cleveland PRIDE Event: Kaos Anthem Dance Party @ BOP STOP Official Cleveland PRIDE Event: Kaos Anthem Dance Party @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
03
In partnership with PRIDE in Cleveland, Kaos presents its first "Anthem" dance party live at BOP STOP. Dance the night t... |
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4 2:00 PM SUZUKI RECITAL #11 2016-17 2:00 PM
Jun
04
Students will perform for family and friends, A Suzuki Department annual family picnic will follow the concert at 3:30pm 3:00 PM Sunday Funday With The Cliftones @ BOP STOP Sunday Funday With The Cliftones @ BOP STOP 3:00 PM
Jun
04
Cleveland, Ohio – DubbStarr is hosting a monthly event of reggae music to raise money for children and adults with... 7:00 PM Herb Wilborn Jr. Quintet @ BOP STOP Herb Wilborn Jr. Quintet @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Jun
04
Herb Wilborn Jr. Quintet: Herb Wilborn, Flute Darin "DJ" King - Bass Ed Ridley - Keyboard Jack C. Whitsett - Guita... |
5 7:00 PM Noah Horowitz Senior Recital 7:00 PM
Jun
05
Noah Horowitz, piano student of Patti Evans, will present his senior recital this evening in Glick Recital Hall. |
6 6:00 PM Suzuki Final Concert 2016-17 6:00 PM
Jun
06
All Suzuki group classes (musicianship, violin, cello, bass, guitar and piano) and the Amati Chamber Orchestra will per... |
7 8:00 PM Ernie Krivda and His "Generation NeXt" Jazz Ensembles @ BOP STOP Ernie Krivda and His "Generation NeXt" Jazz Ensembles @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
07
The Legendary tenor saxophonist, composer, and winner of The Cleveland Arts Prize, Ernie Krivda, will perform original a... |
8 7:00 PM Student Recital # 16 2016-17 7:00 PM
Jun
08
Students perform for family and friends. |
9 8:00 PM Kris Allen Quartet @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
09
Remarkable New England saxophonist, composer & educator (whose performance highlights include stints with Illinois J... 11:00 PM Jazz After Hours: Chris Burge and Dave Morgan Jazz After Hours: Chris Burge and Dave Morgan 11:00 PM
Jun
09
We are hanging late night tonight! Join us for a late set featuring Chris Burge on sax and Dave Morgan on bass as they p... |
10 11:00 AM Parade the Circle Day 2017 11:00 AM
Jun
10
Don't miss the annual Parade the Circle Day in University Circle! View the fabulous Big Parade around the circle at noo... 3:00 PM Studio Piano Recital: Tatyana Tolmacheva Studio Piano Recital: Tatyana Tolmacheva 3:00 PM
Jun
10
Piano students of Tatyana Tolmacheva present a recital for family and friends. 7:00 PM The Man With The Golden Trumpet: Kenny Davis @ BOP STOP The Man With The Golden Trumpet: Kenny Davis @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Jun
10
Please join us as we present Cleveland jazz legend, Kenny Davis, with his all-star band featuring: Chris Coles, Sax ... |
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11 8:00 PM Cat Toren's HUMAN KIND @ BOP STOP Cat Toren's HUMAN KIND @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
11
The compositions by Cat Toren's HUMAN KIND are inspired by both the free form jazz of the 1960’s and a personal ex... |
12 9:00 AM Music Safari Camp Session One begins (2017) Music Safari Camp Session One begins (2017) 9:00 AM
Jun
12
Children aged 4 - 6 are eligible to register for this session. |
13 7:00 PM Maurice Brown: The Mood Tour @ BOP STOP Maurice Brown: The Mood Tour @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Jun
13
Grammy Award-winning trumpet player Maurice “Mobetta” Brown is no stranger to working with some of the most ... |
14 8:00 PM Birth @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
14
From 1998 to 2004 Birth, the Cleveland/New York based saxophone, electric bass, drums trio, carved a musical niche with ... |
15 6:00 PM Drene Ivy Piano Studio Recital 2017 Drene Ivy Piano Studio Recital 2017 6:00 PM
Jun
15
Come and enjoy a recital of classical and jazz piano music performed by students from the studio of Drene Ivy. 8:00 PM Esto Jazz @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
15
Esto Jazz performs a variety of contemporary jazz, standards and original compositions. The goal of the group is to play... |
16 6:30 PM Chamberfest Cleveland: Messin' 'Round At BOP STOP Chamberfest Cleveland: Messin' 'Round At BOP STOP 6:30 PM
Jun
16
Join us for an evening presented in partnership with ChamberFest Cleveland. There are two identical shows tonight with t... 11:00 PM Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP 11:00 PM
Jun
16
We welcome you to join us for our monthly jazz jam session which occurs every third Friday of the month. In April our ho... |
17 3:00 PM Student Recital #17 2016-17 3:00 PM
Jun
17
Students perform for family and friends. 8:00 PM Archie McElrath Quartet @ BOP STOP Archie McElrath Quartet @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Jun
17
Archie McElrath’s vocals have been described as Powerful…Romantic…Sensuous…and Smooth!!! Onc... |
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18 2:00 PM Father's Day Gospel Luncheon @ BOP STOP Father's Day Gospel Luncheon @ BOP STOP 2:00 PM
Jun
18
Join us at 2pm for a Father's Day luncheon in tribute to Robert Godwin Sr. Our brunch will include live music and a fas... |
19 8:30 AM Summer Music Camps begin 8:30 AM
Jun
19
Our Center for Music Summer Music Camps begin today! |
20 7:00 PM Joe Morris/Ben Hall Duo @ BOP STOP Joe Morris/Ben Hall Duo @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Jun
20
We invite you to partake in a full evening of experimental jazz! At 7pm we host Joe Morris(guitar) & Ben Hall (perc... 9:00 PM Outlab: Experiments In Improvised Music @ BOP STOP Outlab: Experiments In Improvised Music @ BOP STOP 9:00 PM
Jun
20
OutLab: Experiments in Improvised Music is a monthly laboratory for spontaneous interactive musical exploration. Music... |
21 7:00 PM Maureen Choi Quartet: Latin Jazz Made In Spain @ BOP STOP Maureen Choi Quartet: Latin Jazz Made In Spain @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Jun
21
Much has been said of Maureen Choi’s mastery of the violin in recent years: “It is the new great voice of th... |
22 7:00 PM Cheek To Cheek: A Benefit Cabaret @ BOP STOP Cheek To Cheek: A Benefit Cabaret @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Jun
22
Cheek to Cheek: a Benefit Cabaret Sabina Balsamo, Soprano Dawna Rae Warren, Soprano Jason Aquila, collaborative pia... |
23 10:30 PM JAM Dance Party: 80's/90's Blowdown @ BOP STOP JAM Dance Party: 80's/90's Blowdown @ BOP STOP 10:30 PM
Jun
23
JAM stands for "Just About Music" and we thought that it was about time for our version of the "nostalgia party." Y'all ... |
24 3:00 PM Student Recital #18 - Adult solo and Chamber Ensemble Recital Student Recital #18 - Adult solo and Chamber Ensemble Recital 3:00 PM
Jun
24
Adult students and participants in the Musical Mix and Mingle chamber music play-ins will perform solos and works for ch... 10:00 PM The Night Cap: Late Night Comedy @ BOP STOP The Night Cap: Late Night Comedy @ BOP STOP 10:00 PM
Jun
24
We welcome you to hang late night at the BOP STOP as we present a comedy show in partnership with Unsuitable Language. T... |
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25 5:00 PM BOP STOP CLOSED TONIGHT @ BOP STOP BOP STOP CLOSED TONIGHT @ BOP STOP 5:00 PM
Jun
25
The BOP STOP is closed tonight. We apologize for the inconvenience! If you need immediate assistance please call The Mus... |
26 5:00 PM BOP STOP CLOSED TONIGHT @ BOP STOP BOP STOP CLOSED TONIGHT @ BOP STOP 5:00 PM
Jun
26
The BOP STOP is closed tonight. We apologize for the inconvenience! If you need immediate assistance please call The Mus... |
27 5:00 PM BOP STOP CLOSED TONIGHT @ BOP STOP BOP STOP CLOSED TONIGHT @ BOP STOP 5:00 PM
Jun
27
The BOP STOP is closed tonight. We apologize for the inconvenience! If you need immediate assistance please call The Mus... |
28 5:00 PM BOP STOP CLOSED TONIGHT @ BOP STOP BOP STOP CLOSED TONIGHT @ BOP STOP 5:00 PM
Jun
28
The BOP STOP is closed tonight. We apologize for the inconvenience! If you need immediate assistance please call The Mus... |
29 5:00 PM BOP STOP CLOSED TONIGHT @ BOP STOP BOP STOP CLOSED TONIGHT @ BOP STOP 5:00 PM
Jun
29
The BOP STOP is closed tonight. We apologize for the inconvenience! If you need immediate assistance please call The Mus... |
30 10:45 AM End-of- Summer Camp Concerts 2017 End-of- Summer Camp Concerts 2017 10:45 AM
Jun
30
AM Summer Camp Concerts: Rock &Blues 10:45 am ,J@MS Camp 11;10, Vocal Camp 11:35 and Orchestra Camp 12:00 noon PM S... 6:30 PM Piano Camp 2017 Final Concert 6:30 PM
Jun
30
Piano campers perform solos and duets in a camp concert this evening for family and friends. The camp theme this year fe... 7:30 PM An Evening With(Out) David Bowie Parts One and Two @ BOP STOP An Evening With(Out) David Bowie Parts One and Two @ BOP STOP 7:30 PM
Jun
30
Shocked by David Bowie’s death in 2016, fans and experts are just beginning to understand the magnitude of his inf... | |
Jun
01
Music Instruction
Fire Drill (Burke, Jun. 2017)
Thursday, June 01
Music Instruction
Fire drill
Jun
01
BOP STOP
Swingtime Big Band @ BOP STOP
Thursday, June 01
BOP STOP
Swingtime is a Cleveland; Ohio based authentic big band featuring five reeds (alto, tenor, baritone saxes, flute and clarinet), four trombones, four trumpets, rhythm section, and male vocalist. They feature...
Jun
02
Music Therapy
Center for Music Therapy
Spring Music Party
Friday, June 02
Music Therapy
Jun
02
BOP STOP
Where the Writers Are: A Fundraiser for Lit Cleveland @ BOP STOP
Friday, June 02
BOP STOP
Join us for Cleveland's hottest party for writers and readers! Mix and mingle with all your writer friends, help support Lit Cleveland's mission of creating and nurturing a more vibrant...
Jun
03
BOP STOP
Official Cleveland PRIDE Event: Kaos Anthem Dance Party @ BOP STOP
Saturday, June 03 to Sunday, June 04, 2017
BOP STOP
In partnership with PRIDE in Cleveland, Kaos presents its first "Anthem" dance party live at BOP STOP. Dance the night to top gay anthem hits from Madonna, Whitney, Cher, Michael...
Jun
04
Music Instruction
SUZUKI RECITAL #11 2016-17
Sunday, June 04
Music Instruction
Students will perform for family and friends, A Suzuki Department annual family picnic will follow the concert at 3:30pm
Jun
04
BOP STOP
Sunday Funday With The Cliftones @ BOP STOP
Sunday, June 04
BOP STOP
Cleveland, Ohio – DubbStarr is hosting a monthly event of reggae music to raise money for children and adults with Special Needs. Our goal is to provide a day of...
Jun
04
BOP STOP
Herb Wilborn Jr. Quintet @ BOP STOP
Sunday, June 04
BOP STOP
Herb Wilborn Jr. Quintet: Herb Wilborn, Flute Darin "DJ" King - Bass Ed Ridley - Keyboard Jack C. Whitsett - Guitar Chuck Orange - Drums Dynamic, expressive, soulful and passionate are words that best describe the...
Jun
05
Music Instruction
Noah Horowitz Senior Recital
free and open to the public
Monday, June 05
Music Instruction
Noah Horowitz, piano student of Patti Evans, will present his senior recital this evening in Glick Recital Hall.
Jun
06
Music Instruction
Suzuki Final Concert 2016-17
Free and open to the public
Tuesday, June 06
Music Instruction
All Suzuki group classes (musicianship, violin, cello, bass, guitar and piano) and the Amati Chamber Orchestra will perform today in Burke mansion. Come enjoy this festive concert featuring...
Jun
07
BOP STOP
Ernie Krivda and His "Generation NeXt" Jazz Ensembles @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, June 07
BOP STOP
The Legendary tenor saxophonist, composer, and winner of The Cleveland Arts Prize, Ernie Krivda, will perform original and standard compositions with his talented student jazz ensembles who's members are already...
Jun
08
Music Instruction
Student Recital # 16 2016-17
Free and open to the public
Thursday, June 08
Music Instruction
Students perform for family and friends.
Jun
09
BOP STOP
Kris Allen Quartet @ BOP STOP
Friday, June 09
BOP STOP
Remarkable New England saxophonist, composer & educator (whose performance highlights include stints with Illinois Jacquet, Gerald Wilson & Jimmy Greene) brings an all-star lineup to BOP STOP! Co-presented with Blu...
Jun
09
BOP STOP
Jazz After Hours: Chris Burge and Dave Morgan
Friday, June 09 to Saturday, June 10, 2017
BOP STOP
We are hanging late night tonight! Join us for a late set featuring Chris Burge on sax and Dave Morgan on bass as they perform jazz standards as well as...
Jun
10
Music Instruction
Parade the Circle Day 2017
Free and open to the public. An all-day fun event in University Circle.
Saturday, June 10
Music Instruction
Don't miss the annual Parade the Circle Day in University Circle! View the fabulous Big Parade around the circle at noon and stay for all the fun afternoon...
Jun
10
Music Instruction
Studio Piano Recital: Tatyana Tolmacheva
Free and open to the public
Saturday, June 10
Music Instruction
Piano students of Tatyana Tolmacheva present a recital for family and friends.
Jun
10
BOP STOP
The Man With The Golden Trumpet: Kenny Davis @ BOP STOP
Saturday, June 10
BOP STOP
Please join us as we present Cleveland jazz legend, Kenny Davis, with his all-star band featuring: Chris Coles, Sax Elijah Gilmore, Drums Glenn Holmes, Bass Dave Thomas, Piano (Musical Director) Kenny Davis, teacher of jazz...
Jun
11
BOP STOP
Cat Toren's HUMAN KIND @ BOP STOP
Sunday, June 11
BOP STOP
The compositions by Cat Toren's HUMAN KIND are inspired by both the free form jazz of the 1960’s and a personal expression of the resurgent civil rights movement that is...
Jun
12
Music Instruction Early Childhood
Music Safari Camp Session One begins (2017)
Monday, June 12 to Friday, June 16, 2017
Music Instruction Early Childhood
Children aged 4 - 6 are eligible to register for this session.
Jun
13
BOP STOP
Maurice Brown: The Mood Tour @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, June 13
BOP STOP
Grammy Award-winning trumpet player Maurice “Mobetta” Brown is no stranger to working with some of the most talented musicians in the world. He was mentored by the iconic Wynton Marsalis,...
Jun
14
BOP STOP
Birth @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, June 14
BOP STOP
From 1998 to 2004 Birth, the Cleveland/New York based saxophone, electric bass, drums trio, carved a musical niche with the sound of their no-holds-barred creative music. Their music evolved from...
Jun
15
Music Instruction
Drene Ivy Piano Studio Recital 2017
free and open to the public
Thursday, June 15
Music Instruction
Come and enjoy a recital of classical and jazz piano music performed by students from the studio of Drene Ivy.
Jun
15
BOP STOP
Esto Jazz @ BOP STOP
Thursday, June 15
BOP STOP
Esto Jazz performs a variety of contemporary jazz, standards and original compositions. The goal of the group is to play music that is recognizable but is pliable enough to be...
Jun
16
BOP STOP
Chamberfest Cleveland: Messin' 'Round At BOP STOP
Friday, June 16
BOP STOP
Join us for an evening presented in partnership with ChamberFest Cleveland. There are two identical shows tonight with the first performance at 6:30pm and the second show at 8:30pm. Program: Revel...
Jun
16
BOP STOP
Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP
Friday, June 16 to Saturday, June 17, 2017
BOP STOP
We welcome you to join us for our monthly jazz jam session which occurs every third Friday of the month. In April our house rhythm section features three of Cleveland's...
Jun
17
Music Instruction
Student Recital #17 2016-17
Free and open to the public
Saturday, June 17
Music Instruction
Students perform for family and friends.
Jun
17
BOP STOP
Archie McElrath Quartet @ BOP STOP
Saturday, June 17
BOP STOP
Archie McElrath’s vocals have been described as Powerful…Romantic…Sensuous…and Smooth!!! Once you have experienced his treatment of a song’s melody and lyrics you will be forever held captive by the performance. An international...
Jun
18
BOP STOP
Father's Day Gospel Luncheon @ BOP STOP
Sunday, June 18
BOP STOP
Join us at 2pm for a Father's Day luncheon in tribute to Robert Godwin Sr. Our brunch will include live music and a fashion show presented in partnership with Redux Clothing....
Jun
19
Music Instruction
Summer Music Camps begin
Monday, June 19
Music Instruction
Our Center for Music Summer Music Camps begin today!
Jun
19
Early Childhood Music Therapy
Music Builders Camp Session One begins (2017)
Monday, June 19 to Friday, June 30, 2017
Early Childhood Music Therapy
Jun
20
BOP STOP
Joe Morris/Ben Hall Duo @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, June 20
BOP STOP
We invite you to partake in a full evening of experimental jazz! At 7pm we host Joe Morris(guitar) & Ben Hall (percussion) with guests Latkovich:Kolodij:Tomino:Wenninger Quartet. This show is $20. Following...
Jun
20
BOP STOP
Outlab: Experiments In Improvised Music @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, June 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...
Jun
21
BOP STOP
Maureen Choi Quartet: Latin Jazz Made In Spain @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, June 21
BOP STOP
Much has been said of Maureen Choi’s mastery of the violin in recent years: “It is the new great voice of the jazz violin”; “She sings with her violin”; “She’s...
Jun
22
BOP STOP
Cheek To Cheek: A Benefit Cabaret @ BOP STOP
Thursday, June 22
BOP STOP
Cheek to Cheek: a Benefit Cabaret Sabina Balsamo, Soprano Dawna Rae Warren, Soprano Jason Aquila, collaborative pianist Come enjoy an evening of jazz standards and Broadway tunes! From Edith Piaf to Irving Berlin! Dawna Rae...
Jun
23
BOP STOP
JAM Dance Party: 80's/90's Blowdown @ BOP STOP
Friday, June 23 to Saturday, June 24, 2017
BOP STOP
JAM stands for "Just About Music" and we thought that it was about time for our version of the "nostalgia party." Y'all also know that #JAMCLE has too much juice...
Jun
24
Music Instruction
Student Recital #18 - Adult solo and Chamber Ensemble Recital
Free and open to the public
Saturday, June 24
Music Instruction
Adult students and participants in the Musical Mix and Mingle chamber music play-ins will perform solos and works for chamber ensembles. Bring your friends and enjoy!
Jun
24
BOP STOP
The Night Cap: Late Night Comedy @ BOP STOP
Saturday, June 24 to Sunday, June 25, 2017
BOP STOP
We welcome you to hang late night at the BOP STOP as we present a comedy show in partnership with Unsuitable Language. The show will be hosted by John Wellington,...
Jun
25
BOP STOP
BOP STOP CLOSED TONIGHT @ BOP STOP
Sunday, June 25
BOP STOP
The BOP STOP is closed tonight. We apologize for the inconvenience! If you need immediate assistance please call The Music Settlement at 216-421-5806.
Jun
26
Early Childhood
Art & About Preschool Camp begins
Monday, June 26 to Friday, June 30, 2017
Early Childhood
Jun
26
BOP STOP
BOP STOP CLOSED TONIGHT @ BOP STOP
Monday, June 26
BOP STOP
The BOP STOP is closed tonight. We apologize for the inconvenience! If you need immediate assistance please call The Music Settlement at 216-421-5806.
Jun
27
BOP STOP
BOP STOP CLOSED TONIGHT @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, June 27
BOP STOP
The BOP STOP is closed tonight. We apologize for the inconvenience! If you need immediate assistance please call The Music Settlement at 216-421-5806.
Jun
28
BOP STOP
BOP STOP CLOSED TONIGHT @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, June 28
BOP STOP
The BOP STOP is closed tonight. We apologize for the inconvenience! If you need immediate assistance please call The Music Settlement at 216-421-5806.
Jun
29
BOP STOP
BOP STOP CLOSED TONIGHT @ BOP STOP
Thursday, June 29
BOP STOP
The BOP STOP is closed tonight. We apologize for the inconvenience! If you need immediate assistance please call The Music Settlement at 216-421-5806.
Jun
30
Music Instruction
End-of- Summer Camp Concerts 2017
free and open to the public
Friday, June 30
Music Instruction
AM Summer Camp Concerts: Rock &Blues 10:45 am ,J@MS Camp 11;10, Vocal Camp 11:35 and Orchestra Camp 12:00 noon PM Summer Camp Concerts: Chamber Camp 4:00 pm, Vocal Camp 4:30 pm...
Jun
30
Music Instruction
Piano Camp 2017 Final Concert
free and open to the public
Friday, June 30
Music Instruction
Piano campers perform solos and duets in a camp concert this evening for family and friends. The camp theme this year features Musical Families, such as Fanny and Felix Mendelssohn,Wolfgang...
Jun
30
BOP STOP
An Evening With(Out) David Bowie Parts One and Two @ BOP STOP
Friday, June 30
BOP STOP
Shocked by David Bowie’s death in 2016, fans and experts are just beginning to understand the magnitude of his influence. Global celebrations continue to be held around the world, and...