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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
May
02
BOP STOP
Refresh Collective Presents Hip Hop At The BOP STOP @ BOP STOP
Thursday, May 02
BOP STOP
Refresh Collective's bi-yearly live music hip-hop concert. Artists young and old create a full evening of inspiring music and relevant words. Bring your instrument and voice to join the Fresh...
May
03
BOP STOP
Bold, Brazen, Brave: Windsong @ BOP STOP
Friday, May 03
BOP STOP
Windsong will be performing at a special event at the BOP STOP on May 3rd at 7:00pm!BOLD. BRAZEN. BRAVE. will showcase the strength, perseverance, and determination of women from all...
May
03
BOP STOP
Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP
Friday, May 03
BOP STOP
We welcome you to join us for our jazz jam session. Bring your instrument and call a tune! Our house rhythm section is led by Cleveland based drummer, Anthony Taddeo! This...
May
04
Music Instruction
String Department Recital 2019: The Dance!
Free and open to the public.
Saturday, May 04
Music Instruction
Our Music Settlement String Department students will present a recital on Saturday, May 4th at 3:00 pm in Glick Recital Hall at our University Circle campus. The theme is The...
May
04
BOP STOP
Eddie Baccus Sr Quartet Featuring Shirley Cook @ BOP STOP
Saturday, May 04
BOP STOP
Hammond B3 master, Eddie Baccus Sr, leads his quartet in what is always a fun night at BOP STOP. This show will be extra special as the incomparable vocalist, Shirley...
May
05
Music Instruction
Cleveland Cello Society Scholarship Competiton
Auditions by registration
Sunday, May 05
Music Instruction
Student cellists compete for scholarships. Auditons will be held in Burke mansion faculty lounge and EC dance studio. Contact Cleveland Cello Society for more audition information.
May
05
Music Instruction
Cleveland Composers Guild Jr. Student Concert 2019
Creativity: Learning Through Experience
Sunday, May 05
Music Instruction
Selected students have new music written especially for them by members of the Cleveland Composers Guild, Students work with their composers in rehearsals and then perfom their pieces in this...
May
05
BOP STOP
Jaimie Branch's Fly Or Die @ BOP STOP
Sunday, May 05
BOP STOP
This show is proudly presented in partnership with New Ghosts! A mainstay of the Chicago jazz scene and an active recent addition to the New York scene, Jaimie Branch is an...
May
06
Music Instruction
Adult Orchestra Concert at Van Aken District
free and open to the public
Monday, May 06
Music Instruction
Join us at Market Square in The Van Aken District for a free concert by the The Music Settlement's Adult Orchestra, directed by Nathan Kruse.
May
06
Music Instruction
Julie King Cello Studio Recital Spring 2019
free & open to the public
Monday, May 06
Music Instruction
Cello students of Julie King will present a recital for family and friends in the Music Settlement Faculty Lounge (2nd floor of Burke Mansion) at 7:15 pm this evening. ...
May
06
Music Instruction
Cleveland Pops Youth Orchestra Spring Concert 2019 in Gates Mills
free and open to the public
Monday, May 06
Music Instruction
For a toe-tapping good time, join us at Hawken Upper School tonight at 7:15 pm for a concert by our exciting Cleveland Pops Youth Orchestra, conducted by Carl Topilow. If...
May
07
Music Therapy
Music Therapy Mixer
Settlement Spotlight: Maximizing Student Potential through Music
Tuesday, May 07
Music Therapy
Are you ready to make a difference in your students' lives one music note at a time? You're invited to The Music Settlement's Ohio City campus for a evening of...
May
07
BOP STOP
Jamey Haddad's Oberlin Performance and Improvisation Ensembles @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, May 07
BOP STOP
Oberlin’s Performance and Improvisation Ensembles provide an opportunity for students to enrich their existing musical vocabularies and skills through practical exploration of many different world musics and improvisation across a...
May
08
BOP STOP
In the Sea (Tristan Honsinger, Joshua Zubot, Nicolas Caloia) @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, May 08
BOP STOP
BOP STOP and New Ghosts Present improvising string trio In The Sea: Tristan Honsinger on cello and voice; Joshua Zubot, on violin Nicolas Caloia on double bass Tristan Honsinger is a singular...
May
09
Music Instruction
Klezmer 101
Come join the Kapelye!
Thursday, May 09
Music Instruction
Come experience the joy of playing, singing, and dancing to traditional Jewish folk tunes, and learn some Yiddish culture and history along the way. Light snacks will be provided. Open to...
May
09
BOP STOP
A Lad Insane (SOLD OUT) @ BOP STOP
Thursday, May 09
BOP STOP
THIS SHOW HAS SOLD OUT! David Bowie was known as a transformative and innovative artist who was never able to settle on one idea. Throughout his career Bowie used the idea...
May
10
Early Childhood
No Preschool/Day School/Kindergarten - Professional Day
Early Childhood closed for professional development.
Friday, May 10
Early Childhood
May
10
Music Instruction
2018-19 Suzuki Recital Series #10
free and open to the public
Friday, May 10
Music Instruction
Suzuki students perform in a recital for family and friends at Glick Recital Hall
May
10
BOP STOP
Dan Pugach Nonet @ BOP STOP
Friday, May 10
BOP STOP
Dan Pugach is a GRAMMY® nominated drummer and composer living in Brooklyn, NY. He was born in Raanana, Israel and moved to the United States in 2006. He served as the...
May
11
Music Instruction
J@MS Spring Jazz Concert 2019 at Legacy Village!
free and open to the public
Saturday, May 11
Music Instruction
Jazz-lovers! Join us on May 11th at Legacy Village (corner of Cedar and Richmond) for a concert by our terrific J@MS students. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket, pack...
May
11
Music Instruction
Torch Songs, Jazz and Broadway Hits! - Spring 2019 Voice Dept Recital
free and open to the public
Saturday, May 11
Music Instruction
Music Settlement voice students will perform a wide variety of popular music in recital for family and friends. All are welcome! Come and enjoy.
May
11
Music Instruction
Rock & Pop Spring Performance at Stella's Music Club 2019
free and open to the public 2217 E..9th St 44115
Saturday, May 11
Music Instruction
Enjoy an afternoon of music performed by members of The Music Settlement's Rock and Pop Academy, directed by Alfredo Guerrieri. Covering a wide range of styles, this concert showcases the...
May
11
BOP STOP
Leni Stern Trio @ BOP STOP
Saturday, May 11
BOP STOP
Leni Stern is an unstoppable force of bottomless energy. Her long-time fans know her from a successful jazz career that saw her touring the globe on the stage of every...
May
12
BOP STOP
Brian Krock's LIDDLE @ BOP STOP
Sunday, May 12
BOP STOP
Best known as the brain behind the critically-acclaimed big band behemoth, Big Heart Machine, Brian Krock is a fierce and probing improviser on the saxophone and a central force in...
May
13
Music Instruction
Cleveland Pops Youth Orchestra concert at Montefiore Senior Care Facility
free and open to the public
Monday, May 13
Music Instruction
The Music Settlement's exciting Cleveland Pops Youth Orchestra, directed by Carl Topilow will present a lively big band concert tonight at 7pm at the Montefiore Senior Care Faciltity, One David...
May
13
Music Instruction
Adult Orchestra Spring Concert 2019
free & open to the public
Monday, May 13
Music Instruction
The Music Settlement Adult Orchestra will present their Spring Concert "An American Tapestry" in Glick Recital Hall this evening at 7:30 pm. There will be musical depictions of American life,...
May
15
BOP STOP
Honeysuckle @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, May 15
BOP STOP
Honeysuckle is a progressive folk act that blends older influences and traditional instrumentation with modern effects and inspiration.Comprised of Holly McGarry, Benjamin Burns, and Chris Bloniarz, this Boston based band...
May
15
Music Instruction
Flautrageous Flute Ensemble Annual Spring Concert: 2019
free & open to the public
Wednesday, May 15
Music Instruction
Come enjoy an evening of great music performed by our talented flute ensemble members, featuring all sizes of flutes, from the wee piccolo, to the alto, bass and contrabass flutes!...
May
16
BOP STOP
Cleveland Casting and Production: Schmooze @ BOP STOP
Thursday, May 16
BOP STOP
Join Cleveland Casting and Production at their premier networking event, Schmooze! Trailers for Cleveland based films will be screened as attendees can talk shop with a "whos-who" in the Cleveland...
May
17
Music Instruction
Ida Mercer Cello Studio Recital
free & open to the public
Friday, May 17
Music Instruction
Cello students of Ida Mercer, Department head of the Music Settlement String Department, will perform for family and friends this evening in Glick Recital Hall. All are welcome to attend!
May
17
BOP STOP
Brian Charette: Kürrent Duo @ BOP STOP
Friday, May 17
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...
May
17
BOP STOP
Tri-C JazzFest Presents: Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP
Friday, May 17 to Saturday, May 18, 2019
BOP STOP
We welcome you to join us for our jazz jam session. Bring your instrument and call a tune! Our house rhythm section is led by Cleveland based drummer, Anthony Taddeo! This...
May
18
Music Instruction
Student Recital #13 2018-19
free and open to the public
Saturday, May 18
Music Instruction
Music Settlement students perform in recital for their families and friends at Glick Recital Hall
May
18
BOP STOP
Monika Herzig and Peter Kienle: The Time Flies @ BOP STOP
Saturday, May 18
BOP STOP
Monika Herzig returns to BOP STOP with an all-star quartet to celebrate the release of the record, The Time Flies. The fusion style of The Time Flies combines funky grooves and...
May
19
Music Instruction
Piano Department Faculty Recital - Spring 2019
free and open to the public
Sunday, May 19
Music Instruction
Join us this Sunday afternoon in Glick Recital Hall for a recital by piano faculty members of The Music Settlement and their colleagues. Music by Bach, Beethoven, Paradis, Chopin, Brahms...
May
19
BOP STOP
Northern Ohio Youth Orchestra Chamber Music Extension @ BOP STOP
Sunday, May 19
BOP STOP
The Northern Ohio Youth Orchestra Chamber Music Extension highlights our young musicians’ expertise in a more intimate context than NOYO’s large-ensemble programs. Accomplished high school instrumentalists from Sandusky to Mentor...
May
20
Music Instruction
Cleveland Pops Youth Orchestra Auditions (Spring 2019) #2
Come join the only youth pops orchestra in the country!
Monday, May 20
Music Instruction
Students ages 12 - 18 can now apply to be a part of the only full-time Pops Youth Orchestra in the United States, established by The Cleveland Pops Orchestra in...
May
21
BOP STOP
Chief Leader Life Foundation: Party With A Purpose @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, May 21
BOP STOP
We welcome you to join us on March 19th from 5pm-9pm for appetizers, cocktails, and music as Chief Leader Life Foundation and BOP STOP raise money to benefit Cleveland's inner...
May
21
Music Instruction
Orchestra Night ! Spring 2019
free and open to the public
Tuesday, May 21
Music Instruction
You are invited to come to a free concert given by our Music Settlement Beginning Chamber Orchestra, Junior Chamber Orchestra and Amati Chamber Orchestra, all under the direction of Derek...
May
21
Music Instruction
Beth Woodside and Friends
Presented at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Cleveland
Tuesday, May 21
Music Instruction
Please join us for an evening of string quartet music. The quartet is made up of members of The Cleveland Orchestra, who will present works by Brahms and Mozart. Beth Woodside,...
May
21
BOP STOP
Outlab: Experiments In Improvised Music @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, May 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...
May
22
Music Instruction
Colin Boyle Senior Cello Recital
free & open to the public
Wednesday, May 22
Music Instruction
Cellist Colin Boyle, scholarship student at The Music Settlement, will present his Senior Recital this evening in Burke mansion Glick Recital Hall in the University Circle campus. He will be...
May
22
Music Instruction
Flautrageous Flute Choir Concert at Van Aken Market Hall
free & open to the public
Wednesday, May 22
Music Instruction
Come to the Van Aken Market Hall tonight and enjoy the sights and sounds of our wonderful Flautrageous adult flute ensemble in this unique and informal performing space. Get...
May
22
BOP STOP
Michael Formanek Elusion Quartet @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, May 22
BOP STOP
New Ghosts and BOP STOP are proud to bring you Michael Formanek Elusion Quartet: Michael Formanek: bass Tony Malaby: sax Kris Davis: piano Ches Smith: drums, vibraphone, Haitian tanbou One marker of bassist Michael Formanek's...
May
23
BOP STOP
The Tribe Of Eli Foundation Social Mediathon @ BOP STOP
Thursday, May 23
BOP STOP
The Tribe of Eli Foundation will have it’s first live telethon to raise funds for the foundation to continue to go into inner city schools teaching our youth life skills...
May
23
BOP STOP
Waves De Ache @ BOP STOP
Thursday, May 23
BOP STOP
Waves De Aché blends Cuban jazz with American hip-hop, rock and funk, creating an exciting and energetic modern sound that is still rooted in tradition. Whether performing as a piano/bass/drum...
May
24
Music Instruction
Glenn Holmes Jazz Quartet at West Shore Unitarian Church
free and open to the public
Friday, May 24
Music Instruction
Join us for an evening of great jazz music presented by double bassist Glenn Holmes, faculty member of The Music Settlement. Glenn leads one of the most renowned jazz quartets...
May
24
BOP STOP
Greg Ward Presents Rogue Parade @ BOP STOP
Friday, May 24
BOP STOP
BOP STOP is stoked to present Greg Ward's Rogue Parade in Cleveland. This show features the lineup on the album! Greenleaf Music is proud to announce the January 11th release of...
May
25
Music Instruction
2018-19 Suzuki Recital Series #11
free and open to the public
Saturday, May 25
Music Instruction
Music Settlement Suzuki students perform for families and friends at Glick Recital Hall.
May
25
Music Instruction
The Settlement Singers Active Adult Choir Spring Recital 2019
Free and open to the public.
Saturday, May 25
Music Instruction
Come join The Settlement Singers, our active adult choir, as they present their spring concert: "Across the Pond: Music of the Beatles and the British Isles". Sing along to some...
May
25
BOP STOP
André Carvalho @ BOP STOP
Saturday, May 25
BOP STOP
Born in Lisbon, André Carvalho is a Portuguese jazz bassist/composer, based in New York, whose music is described by AllAboutJazz.com as of “gentle beauty that brings you back to repeat...
May
26
Music Instruction
Rock & Pop Academy Spring Showcase 2019 @ BOP STOP
free and open to the public
Sunday, May 26
Music Instruction
Enjoy an afternoon of music performed by members of The Music Settlement's Rock and Pop Academy, directed by Alfredo Guerrieri. Covering a wide range of styles, this concert showcases the...
May
26
BOP STOP
Northern Ohio Youth Orchestra Lab Group and Friends @ BOP STOP
Sunday, May 26
BOP STOP
The NOYO Lab Group is a collaborative composition ensemble that meets weekly during NOYO’s concert season. Rather than rehearse and perform existing repertoire, Lab Group starts from nothing each season...
May
27
Music Instruction Early Childhood Music Therapy
Memorial Day (Campus Closed)
Monday, May 27
Music Instruction Early Childhood Music Therapy
May
29
BOP STOP
Ava Preston @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, May 29
BOP STOP
Ava Preston: A night of original music by 14-year old singer/songwriter Ava Preston Ava Preston is a 14-year-old vocalist and songwriter from Cleveland, Ohio. Downbeat Magazine recently voted Ava the 2019...
May
29
Music Instruction
Small Chamber Ensemble Recital : Spring 2019
Free and open to the public. Glick Recital Hall
Wednesday, May 29
Music Instruction
Small chamber ensembles will perform their year-end recital tonight in the Glick Recital Hall in Burke mansion. Performing groups included are the Champagne Flutes, the Magnolia Flute Ensemble,...
May
30
Music Instruction
TMS Piano Sale - May 30, 2019
Presented by Mattlin-Hyde Piano Company, benefiting The Music Settlement
Thursday, May 30
Music Instruction
May
30
Music Instruction
Student Recital #14 2018-19
free and open to the public
Thursday, May 30
Music Instruction
Music students perform in recital at Glick Recital Hall Thursday evening for family and friends.
May
30
BOP STOP
Ras T Dubflex International Reggae @ BOP STOP
Thursday, May 30
BOP STOP
Dubbstarr presents Ras T Dubflex live at BOP STOP! Dubflex Reggae Band was founded in 1993 by Terrance D Reynolds, a.k.a. Ras T. The group's unique style of Reggae was born...
May
31
Early Childhood
Last day of Kindergarten
Friday, May 31
Early Childhood
Last day of Kindergarten (University Circle Campus)
May
31
Music Instruction
TMS Piano Sale - May 31, 2019
Presented by Mattlin-Hyde Piano Company, benefiting The Music Settlement
Friday, May 31
Music Instruction
May
31
Music Therapy
Center for Music Therapy Music Party
Friday, May 31
Music Therapy
Every spring many of our music therapy clients and their families and friends gather to celebrate the year’s accomplishments. This year’s spring music therapy parties are being held on...
May
31
BOP STOP
Celebrate Arts Education: 20 Years of ROAM @ BOP STOP
Friday, May 31
BOP STOP
Roots Of American Music turns 20 years old this year so we want to celebrate with them! This rousing evening of live music will feature some of the most exciting musicians...