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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 8:00 PM Ballister: Rempis/Lonberg-Holm/Nilssen-Love @ BOP STOP Ballister: Rempis/Lonberg-Holm/Nilssen-Love @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Oct
01
This show is presented in partnership with New Ghosts! This free-wheeling trio first came together at a closed session ... |
2 8:00 PM Joel Brotman With The Prime Time Big Band @ BOP STOP Joel Brotman With The Prime Time Big Band @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Oct
02
Joel Brotman has been a member of the Prime Time Big Band for 18 years, leading the sax section for most of that time. H... |
3 7:00 PM Yacouba Sissoko @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Oct
03
Master kora player Yacouba Sissoko comes to Cleveland to grace the stage with a set of songs that journey from the royal... |
4 7:00 PM Eric Seddon's Hot Club Series Presents "Jimmie Noone And the Jazz Clarinet Canon" @ BOP STOP Eric Seddon's Hot Club Series Presents "Jimmie Noone And the Jazz Clarinet Canon" @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Oct
04
This Fall, "Eric Seddon's Hot Club Live Performance and History Series" occurs every other Wednesday in September throug... |
5 8:00 PM Cortex @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Oct
05
This show is presented in partnership with New Ghosts! Cortex (Norway) Features: Thomas Johansson (trp) Kristoffer ... |
6 8:00 PM Red Shoe Company Presents "Plugged In, Tuned Out" @ BOP STOP Red Shoe Company Presents "Plugged In, Tuned Out" @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Oct
06
Featuring music of Clifford Brown, Mason Bates, George Harrison, and others (including a newly commissioned piece by Tan... |
7 8:00 PM David Berkman/Tim Armacost Quartet @ BOP STOP David Berkman/Tim Armacost Quartet @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Oct
07
A Cleveland native who played extensively around the city in the early 1980s, David Berkman’s appearance at BOP ST... |
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8 7:00 PM Scott Routenberg Trio (Cancelled) @ BOP STOP Scott Routenberg Trio (Cancelled) @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Oct
08
This show has been cancelled due to unforseen circumstances. We apologize for the inconvenience but be sure to check out... |
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11 7:00 PM Bob Frank & Austin "Walkin Cane” Charanghat @ BOP STOP Bob Frank & Austin "Walkin Cane” Charanghat @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Oct
11
We welcome you to join us for an evening of traditional and original blues from two of Northeast Ohio’s finest pra... |
12 8:00 PM Randie Shane Presents Listen Without Prejudice: A tribute to George Michael @ BOP STOP Randie Shane Presents Listen Without Prejudice: A tribute to George Michael @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Oct
12
Listen Without Prejudice: A Tribute To George MichaelAn evening honoring the untimely passing of one of the world's best... |
13 8:00 PM ProgNation With Special Guest Vocalist Paul Fayrewether @ BOP STOP ProgNation With Special Guest Vocalist Paul Fayrewether @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Oct
13
ProgNation is one of the most talked-about classic prog-rock acts, demonstrating first-class performances of YES, King C... |
14 3:00 PM Suzuki Recital #2 2017 3:00 PM
Oct
14
Suzuki students peform solos for parents and friends. 8:00 PM Katie Thiroux: "Off Beat" Album Release Party @ BOP STOP Katie Thiroux: "Off Beat" Album Release Party @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Oct
14
Extraordinary Los Angeles based bassist/vocalist multi-talent and stewardess of the hard-swingin' mainstream jazz tradit... |
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15 6:30 PM Orlando Watson @ BOP STOP 6:30 PM
Oct
15
We hope you can join us for this spectacular evening of music and spoken word! The set list will include original thoug... |
16 8:00 PM Jeremey Poparad Jazz Orchestra @ BOP STOP Jeremey Poparad Jazz Orchestra @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Oct
16
We welcome you to join us for a fantastic FREE concert! Jeremey Poparad Jazz Orchestra performs orginial compositions a... |
17 9:00 PM Outlab: Experiments In Improvised Music @ BOP STOP Outlab: Experiments In Improvised Music @ BOP STOP 9:00 PM
Oct
17
OutLab: Experiments in Improvised Music is a monthly laboratory for spontaneous interactive musical exploration. Musicia... |
18 7:00 PM Eric Seddon's Hot Club Series Presents "Benny Goodman: Blue Collar Virtuoso" @ BOP STOP Eric Seddon's Hot Club Series Presents "Benny Goodman: Blue Collar Virtuoso" @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Oct
18
This Fall, "Eric Seddon's Hot Club Live Performance and History Series" occurs every other Wednesday in September throug... |
19 8:00 PM Ben Goldberg's Invisible Guy @ BOP STOP Ben Goldberg's Invisible Guy @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Oct
19
Invisible Guy Michael Coleman, keyboards Hamir Atwal, drums Ben Goldberg, clarinet Clarinetist Ben Goldberg, pia... |
20 8:00 PM Adam Rudolph's Moving Pictures Octet @ BOP STOP Adam Rudolph's Moving Pictures Octet @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Oct
20
This will be a night to remember! ADAM RUDOLPH’S MOVING PICTURES Adam Rudolph (compostions, handrumset (kongo... 11:00 PM Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP 11:00 PM
Oct
20
We welcome you to join us for our monthly jazz jam session which occurs every third Friday of the month. Bring your inst... |
21 11:00 AM Marcato Academy’s Music Industry Entrepreneurship Masterclass with Dae Bogan @ BOP STOP Marcato Academy’s Music Industry Entrepreneurship Masterclass with Dae Bogan @ BOP STOP 11:00 AM
Oct
21
Marcato Academy presents "Music Industry Entrepreneurship Masterclass Tour 2017"A FREE 2-hour masterclass on how to deve... 8:00 PM Bobby Selvaggio: Beyond Boundaries @ BOP STOP Bobby Selvaggio: Beyond Boundaries @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Oct
21
Bobby Selvaggio's Beyond Boundaries Ensemble, featuring leaders in the Northeast Ohio Jazz scene, explores a wide variet... |
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22 3:00 PM Sally Menges Memorial Recital 3:00 PM
Oct
22
Faculty and staff will present a recital in honor of Sally Menges, long time volunteer, board member and wonderful frien... 7:00 PM Hughes/Smith Quintet @ BOP STOP Hughes/Smith Quintet @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Oct
22
The Hughes/Smith Quintet returns to the BOP STOP for an encore performance in anticipation of the group's soon to be rel... |
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24 8:00 PM Ron Busch Quintet @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Oct
24
Please join us at 8pm for a BOP STOP benefit concert. All proceeds from this show directly support the ongoing activitie... |
25 7:00 PM The Nia Show: Album Release Concert With Live Band @ BOP STOP The Nia Show: Album Release Concert With Live Band @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Oct
25
The Nia Show is the extravagant album release show featuring an explosive live band, burlesque female dancer Bella Sin, ... |
26 7:00 PM Brian Charette's Kürrent Duo @ BOP STOP Brian Charette's Kürrent Duo @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM
Oct
26
New York City organist/pianist, Brian Charette, has established himself as a leading voice in modern Jazz. Charette is a... |
27 8:00 PM National Recording Artist Elijah Gilmore @ BOP STOP National Recording Artist Elijah Gilmore @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Oct
27
We welcome you to join us for an exciting evening with Elijah Gilmore and The Tribe of Eli as they bring their own uniqu... |
28 3:00 PM 2017-18 Student Recital #1 (Cancelled) 2017-18 Student Recital #1 (Cancelled) 3:00 PM
Oct
28
Music students perform for family and friends. Free and open to the public! 8:00 PM Gabriel Alegria's Afro Peruvian Sextet @ BOP STOP Gabriel Alegria's Afro Peruvian Sextet @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM
Oct
28
This high energy ensemble returns to BOP STOP to celebrate the release of the band's new record, Diablo En Brooklyn! Th... 11:00 PM The Night Cap: Late Night Comedy @ BOP STOP The Night Cap: Late Night Comedy @ BOP STOP 11:00 PM
Oct
28
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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29 3:00 PM Glenn Holmes Quartet @ TMS 3:00 PM
Oct
29
The Glenn Holmes Quartet is one of the most in demand jazz quartets in Cleveland. The band presents incredible original ... 5:00 PM Ikembe @ BOP STOP 5:00 PM
Oct
29
It is the Sunday before Halloween so we invite you to celebrate at BOP STOP with Cleveland's own, Ikembe. Wear a mask or... |
30 6:30 PM Carl Allen Drum Workshop @ BOP STOP Carl Allen Drum Workshop @ BOP STOP 6:30 PM
Oct
30
Join us for a drum workshop with master drummer, Carl Allen! This event is presented in partnership with The Music Settl... |
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Oct
01
BOP STOP
Ballister: Rempis/Lonberg-Holm/Nilssen-Love @ BOP STOP
Sunday, October 01
BOP STOP
This show is presented in partnership with New Ghosts! This free-wheeling trio first came together at a closed session in 2009, and as any fan of improvised music can imagine, the...
Oct
02
BOP STOP
Joel Brotman With The Prime Time Big Band @ BOP STOP
Monday, October 02
BOP STOP
Joel Brotman has been a member of the Prime Time Big Band for 18 years, leading the sax section for most of that time. He has also been a member...
Oct
03
BOP STOP
Yacouba Sissoko @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, October 03
BOP STOP
Master kora player Yacouba Sissoko comes to Cleveland to grace the stage with a set of songs that journey from the royal courts of the 13th Century Mande empire to...
Oct
04
BOP STOP
Eric Seddon's Hot Club Series Presents "Jimmie Noone And the Jazz Clarinet Canon" @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, October 04
BOP STOP
This Fall, "Eric Seddon's Hot Club Live Performance and History Series" occurs every other Wednesday in September through November. Each event focuses on a different innovator in jazz clarinet. Feel...
Oct
05
BOP STOP
Cortex @ BOP STOP
Thursday, October 05
BOP STOP
This show is presented in partnership with New Ghosts! Cortex (Norway) Features: Thomas Johansson (trp) Kristoffer Berre Alberts (sax) Ola Høyer (bs) Gard Nilssen (dr) Cortex is a spirited combo that plays energetic jazz of the...
Oct
06
BOP STOP
Red Shoe Company Presents "Plugged In, Tuned Out" @ BOP STOP
Friday, October 06
BOP STOP
Featuring music of Clifford Brown, Mason Bates, George Harrison, and others (including a newly commissioned piece by Tanner Porter!), Red Shoe Company presents a program exploring how our use of...
Oct
07
BOP STOP
David Berkman/Tim Armacost Quartet @ BOP STOP
Saturday, October 07
BOP STOP
A Cleveland native who played extensively around the city in the early 1980s, David Berkman’s appearance at BOP STOP marks his first hometown performance in over a decade. The Berkman/Armacost...
Oct
08
BOP STOP
Scott Routenberg Trio (Cancelled) @ BOP STOP
Sunday, October 08
BOP STOP
This show has been cancelled due to unforseen circumstances. We apologize for the inconvenience but be sure to check out future shows!
Oct
11
BOP STOP
Bob Frank & Austin "Walkin Cane” Charanghat @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, October 11
BOP STOP
We welcome you to join us for an evening of traditional and original blues from two of Northeast Ohio’s finest practitioners. Bob & Austin will each do a half-hour set...
Oct
12
BOP STOP
Randie Shane Presents Listen Without Prejudice: A tribute to George Michael @ BOP STOP
Thursday, October 12
BOP STOP
Listen Without Prejudice: A Tribute To George MichaelAn evening honoring the untimely passing of one of the world's best singers and underrated songwriters. Hear these songs with a fresh ear;...
Oct
13
BOP STOP
ProgNation With Special Guest Vocalist Paul Fayrewether @ BOP STOP
Friday, October 13
BOP STOP
ProgNation is one of the most talked-about classic prog-rock acts, demonstrating first-class performances of YES, King Crimson, Genesis, ELP, Moody Blues, and more all in one band! ProgNation is a...
Oct
14
Music Instruction
Suzuki Recital #2 2017
free and open to the public
Saturday, October 14
Music Instruction
Suzuki students peform solos for parents and friends.
Oct
14
BOP STOP
Katie Thiroux: "Off Beat" Album Release Party @ BOP STOP
Saturday, October 14
BOP STOP
Extraordinary Los Angeles based bassist/vocalist multi-talent and stewardess of the hard-swingin' mainstream jazz tradition brings all-star quartet to BOP STOP to celebrate her acclaimed new album, "Off Beat," on Capri...
Oct
15
BOP STOP
Orlando Watson @ BOP STOP
Sunday, October 15
BOP STOP
We hope you can join us for this spectacular evening of music and spoken word! The set list will include original thought provoking works performed by Orlando Watson - spoken word...
Oct
16
BOP STOP
Jeremey Poparad Jazz Orchestra @ BOP STOP
Monday, October 16
BOP STOP
We welcome you to join us for a fantastic FREE concert! Jeremey Poparad Jazz Orchestra performs orginial compositions and arrangements fo 17 piece big band and 9 piece string orchestra. This...
Oct
17
BOP STOP
Outlab: Experiments In Improvised Music @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, October 17
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...
Oct
18
BOP STOP
Eric Seddon's Hot Club Series Presents "Benny Goodman: Blue Collar Virtuoso" @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, October 18
BOP STOP
This Fall, "Eric Seddon's Hot Club Live Performance and History Series" occurs every other Wednesday in September through November. Each event focuses on a different innovator in jazz clarinet. Feel...
Oct
19
BOP STOP
Ben Goldberg's Invisible Guy @ BOP STOP
Thursday, October 19
BOP STOP
Invisible Guy Michael Coleman, keyboards Hamir Atwal, drums Ben Goldberg, clarinet Clarinetist Ben Goldberg, pianist/keyboardist Michael Coleman, and drummer Hamir Atwal came together in the innovative jazz and experimental music world of the San...
Oct
20
BOP STOP
Adam Rudolph's Moving Pictures Octet @ BOP STOP
Friday, October 20
BOP STOP
This will be a night to remember! ADAM RUDOLPH’S MOVING PICTURES Adam Rudolph (compostions, handrumset (kongos, djembe, tarija, zabumba) thumb pianos, sintir, multiphonic vocal, percussion, electronics) Hamid Drake (drumset, vocal, frame drum,...
Oct
20
BOP STOP
Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP
Friday, October 20 to Saturday, October 21, 2017
BOP STOP
We welcome you to join us for our monthly jazz jam session which occurs every third Friday of the month. Bring your instrument and call a tune! Our house rhythm...
Oct
21
BOP STOP
Marcato Academy’s Music Industry Entrepreneurship Masterclass with Dae Bogan @ BOP STOP
Saturday, October 21
BOP STOP
Marcato Academy presents "Music Industry Entrepreneurship Masterclass Tour 2017"A FREE 2-hour masterclass on how to develop, launch, and grow a music business; taught by serial entrepreneur, writer, speaker, consultant, and...
Oct
21
BOP STOP
Bobby Selvaggio: Beyond Boundaries @ BOP STOP
Saturday, October 21
BOP STOP
Bobby Selvaggio's Beyond Boundaries Ensemble, featuring leaders in the Northeast Ohio Jazz scene, explores a wide variety of styles through original composition. The "Beyond Boundaries" concept comes from the idea...
Oct
22
Music Instruction
Sally Menges Memorial Recital
free and open to the public
Sunday, October 22
Music Instruction
Faculty and staff will present a recital in honor of Sally Menges, long time volunteer, board member and wonderful friend and supporter of the Music Settlement. She dearly loved music...
Oct
22
BOP STOP
Hughes/Smith Quintet @ BOP STOP
Sunday, October 22
BOP STOP
The Hughes/Smith Quintet returns to the BOP STOP for an encore performance in anticipation of the group's soon to be released record! The HSQ is a Detroit-based jazz quintet that performs...
Oct
24
BOP STOP
Ron Busch Quintet @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, October 24
BOP STOP
Please join us at 8pm for a BOP STOP benefit concert. All proceeds from this show directly support the ongoing activities at the BOP STOP including music programming and early...
Oct
25
BOP STOP
The Nia Show: Album Release Concert With Live Band @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, October 25
BOP STOP
The Nia Show is the extravagant album release show featuring an explosive live band, burlesque female dancer Bella Sin, LGBTQ Star Michael Roman, merchandise and CDs.The concept behind The Nia...
Oct
26
BOP STOP
Brian Charette's Kürrent Duo @ BOP STOP
Thursday, October 26
BOP STOP
New York City organist/pianist, Brian Charette, has established himself as a leading voice in modern Jazz. Charette is a Grammy-nominated, Hammond-endorsed artist who was the winner of the 2014 Downbeat...
Oct
27
BOP STOP
National Recording Artist Elijah Gilmore @ BOP STOP
Friday, October 27
BOP STOP
We welcome you to join us for an exciting evening with Elijah Gilmore and The Tribe of Eli as they bring their own unique sound to the larger jazz audience. Elijah...
Oct
28
Music Instruction
2017-18 Student Recital #1 (Cancelled)
free and open to the public
Saturday, October 28
Music Instruction
Music students perform for family and friends. Free and open to the public!
Oct
28
BOP STOP
Gabriel Alegria's Afro Peruvian Sextet @ BOP STOP
Saturday, October 28
BOP STOP
This high energy ensemble returns to BOP STOP to celebrate the release of the band's new record, Diablo En Brooklyn! The Afro-Peruvian Sextet was established in 2005. The ensemble’s insistently inventive...
Oct
28
BOP STOP
The Night Cap: Late Night Comedy @ BOP STOP
Saturday, October 28
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,...
Oct
29
Music Instruction
Glenn Holmes Quartet @ TMS
Sunday, October 29
Music Instruction
The Glenn Holmes Quartet is one of the most in demand jazz quartets in Cleveland. The band presents incredible original music and outstanding arrangements of standards. Glenn Holmes, Bass: A native...
Oct
29
BOP STOP
Ikembe @ BOP STOP
Sunday, October 29
BOP STOP
It is the Sunday before Halloween so we invite you to celebrate at BOP STOP with Cleveland's own, Ikembe. Wear a mask or costume if you feel inspired! Ikembe is an...
Oct
30
BOP STOP
Carl Allen Drum Workshop @ BOP STOP
Monday, October 30
BOP STOP
Join us for a drum workshop with master drummer, Carl Allen! This event is presented in partnership with The Music Settlement, Tri-C Jazz Fest, and Stebal Drums. With over 200 recordings...