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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
Early Childhood
Early Childhood Conference Day - No class for students
Day School, Kindergarten, 3 Day, 4 Day, 5 Day
Early Childhood
No class for students. Conferences will be held between parent/caregivers and classroom teachers.
Nov
01
Music Instruction
Beth Woodside Faculty Recital
free and open to the public
Friday, November 01
Music Instruction
Violinist Beth Woodside,member of the Music Settlement faculty and The Cleveland Orchestra, will present a recital of four violin sonatas with guest pianist, Randy Fusco this evening. The recital will...
Nov
01
BOP STOP
Sam Hooper Group @ BOP STOP
Friday, November 01
BOP STOP
Get ready for an exciting night of blues with Sam Hooper's return to BOP STOP! Sam Hooper Group is an exciting Cleveland band rooted in the blues. Originally formed when Hooper...
Nov
01
BOP STOP
Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP
Friday, November 01 to Saturday, November 02, 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...
Nov
02
BOP STOP
BOP STOP Closed Tonight @ BOP STOP
Saturday, November 02
BOP STOP
The BOP STOP is closed tonight. We apologize for the inconvenience!
Nov
03
Music Instruction
Musical Mix and Mingle: Chamber Music Play-in! November 2019
by Pre-registration Ages 16 and up
Sunday, November 03
Music Instruction
String and wind players and pianists are invited to enjoy an afternoon of music making with other amateur adult chamber musicians, who are placed in trios and quartets as appropriate....
Nov
03
Music Instruction
Piano Department Fall Festival - 2019
free and open to the public
Sunday, November 03
Music Instruction
Students from the Music Settlement piano department will present a recital today in Glick Recital Hall for families and friends. All are welcome to attend!
Nov
03
BOP STOP
"Hood Medical: This Is Why I Sing" Book Signing @ BOP STOP
Sunday, November 03
BOP STOP
"It's a book launch! Join #NurseBarbara the #NurseVocalist as she takes you on a sometimes funny, sometimes tragic, sometimes amazing, always keeping it real journey, as her first book, 'Hood...
Early Childhood
Early Childhood Conference Day (2 Day Classes Only)
Early Childhood
No class for 2 Day students. Conferences will be held between parent/caregivers and classroom teachers.
Nov
06
BOP STOP
Oz Noy Trio Featuring Dave Weckl and Hadrien Feraud @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, November 06
BOP STOP
Guitarist, Oz Noy, brings his powerhouse trio featuring Dave Weckl on drums and Hadrien Feraud on bass to BOP STOP! We are presenting two shows with separate seatings so be...
Nov
07
BOP STOP
Richie Goods And The Goods Project @ BOP STOP
Thursday, November 07
BOP STOP
The youngest person ever inducted into the Pittsburgh Jazz Hall of Fame, bassist Richie Goods got an early start playing at clubs while still attending the Pittsburgh performing arts high...
Nov
08
BOP STOP
Third Annual Celebration of Kyle Braun's Life With Jazz Heritage Orchestra @ BOP STOP
Friday, November 08
BOP STOP
Jazz Heritage Orchestra, a professional 17 piece not-for-profit performance/education aggregation is once again coming together for the 3rd annual Celebration of Kyle Braun’s Life. The orchestra is composed of outstanding...
Nov
09
Music Instruction
Voice Department Masterclass with Dean Southern, DMA
free and open to the public
Saturday, November 09
Music Instruction
Selected voice students from the Music Settlement will perform for family and friends in Glick Recital Hall this afternoon and receive coaching from Dean Southern, DMA, from the Cleveland Institute...
Nov
09
BOP STOP
Phil Jones @ BOP STOP
Saturday, November 09
BOP STOP
Welcome home, Phil Jones! Sensational pianist leads his band in a BOP STOP performance. Born the eldest of three children in Cleveland, Ohio on December 5, 1981, Phillip K. Jones II...
Nov
10
Early Childhood
Preschool, Day School & Kindergarten Open House
Sunday, November 10
Early Childhood
Want to learn more about our unique and highly rated Early Childhood programming? Join us for an informal visit at either of our campuses. Meet teachers, see the classrooms, and...
Nov
10
BOP STOP
Dave Pell Octet Open Rehearsal @ BOP STOP
Sunday, November 10
BOP STOP
Dave Pell Octet Open Rehearsal Friends of live music, you are cordially invited to an open rehearsal of the Dave Pell Octet book led by guitarist Bob Fraser. Dave had the...
Nov
10
BOP STOP
Lauren Lee Quartet @ BOP STOP
Sunday, November 10
BOP STOP
A native of the St. Louis (MO) metropolitan area, Lauren Lee's foray into creative music began as a teenager in the St. Louis Symphony Chorus, an experience that lead her...
Nov
11
Early Childhood
Parent & Child Visit
Early Childhood parent and child visit
Monday, November 11
Early Childhood
Visit are held from 10-10:45, both campuses
Nov
11
Music Instruction
Friends of CFM Meeting (11-11-2019)
Open to Center for Music parents, adult students, and alumni
Monday, November 11
Music Instruction
Connection | Involvement | CommunityGet involved and let your voice be heard! Comprised of CFM parents, adult students, and alumni, the Friends of CFM meet bi-monthly on Monday evenings in...
Nov
13
BOP STOP
Black Dog Octet @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, November 13
BOP STOP
Lead by a front line of five premier saxophonists and backed by a hard-swinging rhythm section, join us as this eight-piece group of NE Ohio all-star musicians swings into BOP...
Nov
14
BOP STOP
Tighten Up Records Presents Sebastian Albornoz @ BOP STOP
Thursday, November 14
BOP STOP
Sebastian Albornoz releases his debut album "Sophie" at the BOP STOP! Sebastian moved to Cleveland from his native Colombia just over a year ago. Since arriving on the North Coast, he...
Nov
15
BOP STOP
Travelin' Troubadours Featuring Diana Chittester, Eric Gnezda, and Ryan Humbert @ BOP STOP
Friday, November 15
BOP STOP
Travelin' Troubadours brings together three singer-songwriters to share one stage, swapping songs and stories influenced by personal experience, touring, and digs deep into their music making process. Cleveland-based musician Diana...
Nov
15
BOP STOP
Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP
Friday, November 15 to Saturday, November 16, 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...
Nov
16
Music Instruction
String Department Student Recital -Fall 2019
free and open to the public
Saturday, November 16
Music Instruction
String students of The Music Settlement will perform in recital today in Glick Recital Hall for families and friends. All are welcome to attend!
Nov
16
BOP STOP
Dan Weiss Trio @ BOP STOP
Saturday, November 16
BOP STOP
Shifting Foundation grantee Dan Weiss has been hailed as one of the top five jazz drummers in The New York Times, and his large ensemble recording "Fourteen" made the top...
Nov
17
Music Instruction
Suzuki Recital #3 2019-2020 at the BOP STOP!
free and open to the public
Sunday, November 17
Music Instruction
Suzuki students of The Music Settlement will present a recital this afternoon at the BOP STOP, located at 2920 Detroit Ave. All are welcome to attend!
Nov
17
BOP STOP
C Street Brass With Buffalo Rose @ BOP STOP
Sunday, November 17
BOP STOP
Join us for a double bill featuring C Street Brass and Buffalo Rose, two bands from Pittsburgh! C Street Brass began in 2008 as a small project between five friends who...
Nov
18
Early Childhood
Parent & Child Visit
Monday, November 18 to Friday, October 18, 2019
Early Childhood
parent and child visit- both campuses
Nov
19
BOP STOP
Thollem @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, November 19
BOP STOP
Join us for a show prior to Outlab, our monthly improvisation session, featuring, Thollem! Thollem will perform a solo set followed by a second set with Northeast Ohio based improvisors. Thollem...
Nov
19
BOP STOP
Outlab: Experiments In Improvised Music @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, November 19
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...
Nov
20
BOP STOP
An Evening With Ben Monder @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, November 20
BOP STOP
Ben Monder makes his BOP STOP debut tonight with a rare solo appearance! A musician in the New York City area for over 30 years, Ben Monder has performed with a...
Nov
20
Music Instruction
Flute Ensemble Rhythm Party with Special Guest George Pope
Open to intermediate to advanced flutists ages 15 and up
Wednesday, November 20
Music Instruction
Mr. Pope will demonstrate a method that injects a healthy dose of good rhythm, then lead a fun flute choir rehearsal, focusing on best practices for ensemble playing. This is a...
Nov
21
BOP STOP
Philippe Lemm Trio @ BOP STOP
Thursday, November 21
BOP STOP
"The Philippe Lemm Trio is continually proving to be one of the most exciting and electrifying jazz trio's around today. Led at the helm by drummer Philippe Lemm, the group...
Nov
22
BOP STOP
Debbie Gifford Quartet @ BOP STOP
Friday, November 22
BOP STOP
Debbie Gifford returns to BOP STOP with her all-star quartet featuring: Debbie Gifford – vocals Jonathan Hooper- piano Bill Nichols – bass Ricky Exton - drums What does Opera & Jazz have in common? The...
Nov
23
Music Instruction
Student Recital #1 2019- 2020
free and open to the public
Saturday, November 23
Music Instruction
Music Settlement students from the Center for Music will present a recital today at 3:15 pm in Glick Recital Hall for family and friends.This concert is the first one in...
Nov
23
BOP STOP
Leni Stern Trio @ BOP STOP
Saturday, November 23
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...
Nov
24
BOP STOP
The Offbeat Song Project Presents: A History of Lieder in 7 Composers @ BOP STOP
Sunday, November 24
BOP STOP
The Offbeat Song Project Presents: A History of Lieder in 7 Composers Join us for an evening of German art song – we’re starting at the very beginning of the tradition...
Nov
25
Early Childhood
Parent / Child Visit
parent and child visit
Monday, November 25
Early Childhood
Nov
25
BOP STOP
Tri-C Presents: Brazilian, Rock & Pop, and Guitar Ensembles @ BOP STOP
Monday, November 25
BOP STOP
Join us at BOP STOP as we feature the Brazilian Ensemble, the Rock & Pop Ensemble, and the Guitar Ensemble from the renowned Tri-C Jazz Studies program. Cleveland educators and performers,...
Nov
27
Music Instruction
Thanksgiving Holiday 2019 - TMS Closed
Happy Holiday!
Wednesday, November 27 to Saturday, November 30, 2019
Music Instruction
The Music Settlement will be closed at both the University Circle and Ohio City campuses for Thanksgiving from Wednesday, Nov. 27th through Sunday, Nov. 30th. Have a wonderful weekend!
Nov
27
BOP STOP
BOP STOP Closed For Thanksgiving Break @BOP STOP
Wednesday, November 27
BOP STOP
BOP STOP is closed for Thanksgiving Weekend so staff can have some quality family time! We apologize for the inconvenience and will be back in full swing next week.
Nov
28
BOP STOP
BOP STOP Closed For Thanksgiving Break @BOP STOP
Thursday, November 28
BOP STOP
BOP STOP is closed for Thanksgiving Weekend so staff can have some quality family time! We apologize for the inconvenience and will be back in full swing next week.
Nov
29
BOP STOP
BOP STOP Closed For Thanksgiving Break @ BOP STOP
Friday, November 29
BOP STOP
BOP STOP is closed for Thanksgiving Weekend so staff can have some quality family time! We apologize for the inconvenience and will be back in full swing next week.
Nov
30
BOP STOP
BOP STOP Closed For Thanksgiving Break @BOP STOP
Saturday, November 30
BOP STOP
BOP STOP is closed for Thanksgiving Weekend so staff can have some quality family time! We apologize for the inconvenience and will be back in full swing next week.