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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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1 8:00 PM Glenn Holmes Trio @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
01
The Glenn Holmes Trio is one of the most in demand jazz trios in Cleveland and they are long overdue for a performance a... 10:00 PM Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP 10:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
01
We welcome you to join us for our famous jazz jam session. Bring your instrument and call a tune! Our house rhythm secti... |
2 12:00 PM Birth Composition and Improvisation Workshop @ BOP STOP Birth Composition and Improvisation Workshop @ BOP STOP 12:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
02
Have you ever listened to the band Birth and wondered, “What the heck are these guys doing?” Birth’s ... 1:30 PM String Merit Scholarship Auditions 2022 String Merit Scholarship Auditions 2022 1:30 PM 11125 Magnolia DriveCleveland, OH 44106
Apr
02
The 2022-2023 Merit Scholarship Audition Application for private lesson, J@MS program and Rock & Pop Academy is now ... 8:00 PM Aropa Ensemble featuring Russ Schmidt @ BOP STOP Aropa Ensemble featuring Russ Schmidt @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
02
*All guests, staff, and performers must show proof of vaccination or produce a negative test result within 72 hours of e... |
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3 2:00 PM Lakeland Community College's Jazz Impact @ BOP STOP Lakeland Community College's Jazz Impact @ BOP STOP 2:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
03
Lakeland Community College is pleased to present their two civic jazz ensembles for this year’s performance at the... 7:00 PM Tony Cuda's Jazz Cats @ BOP STOP Tony Cuda's Jazz Cats @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
03
After almost 3 years, Tony Cuda's Jazz Cats are returning to the BOP STOP to play original tunes from their 2 previously... |
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6 7:00 PM Lift Their Voices Concert Series: Nathan Paul Davis @ BOP STOP Lift Their Voices Concert Series: Nathan Paul Davis @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
06
We hope you will join us for our next performance in the Lift Their Voices concert series presented by our friends at Ro... |
7 5:00 PM Overflow Merit Scholarship Auditions Overflow Merit Scholarship Auditions 5:00 PM 11125 Magnolia DriveCleveland, OH 44106
Apr
07
The 2022-2023 Merit Scholarship Audition Application for private lesson, J@MS program and Rock & Pop Academy is now ... 7:00 PM Darren Frate Group @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
07
*All guests, staff, and performers must show proof of vaccination or produce a negative test result within 72 hours of e... |
8 8:00 PM McHamker @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, OH 44113
Apr
08
*All guests, staff, and performers must show proof of vaccination or produce a negative test result within 72 hours of e... |
9 8:00 PM Diego Rivera Quintet: "MESTIZO" Tour @ BOP STOP Diego Rivera Quintet: "MESTIZO" Tour @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
09
Saxophonist Diego Rivera leads his quintet in the band's BOP STOP debut! Tickets to attend in person are $20 each. This ... |
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10 7:00 PM Ernie Krivda And The Fat Tuesday Big Band @ BOP STOP Ernie Krivda And The Fat Tuesday Big Band @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
10
This show will start closer to 7:30pm rather than 7pm Join us as Ernie Krivda's Fat Tuesday Big Band teams up with thre... |
11 7:00 PM Jeremey Poparad's Janus Ensemble @ BOP STOP Jeremey Poparad's Janus Ensemble @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
11
Jeremey Poparad and Janus Ensemble perform at BOP STOP! Tickets to attend this show are $15 each for the general public.... |
12 All Day Spring Break (4/12 - 4/16) All Day
Apr
12
School closed Friday and Sat. April 15-16 |
13 All Day Spring Break (4/12 - 4/16) All Day
Apr
13
School closed Friday and Sat. April 15-16 7:00 PM Danjo Jazz Orchestra @ BOP STOP Danjo Jazz Orchestra @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
13
Danjo Jazz Orchestra, the resident big band at Jilly's Music Room in Akron, makes their BOP STOP debut! Tickets to atten... |
14 All Day Spring Break (4/12 - 4/16) All Day
Apr
14
School closed Friday and Sat. April 15-16 7:00 PM Chris Dingman @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
14
Vibraphonist, Chris Dingman, makes his BOP STOP debut with a solo appearance. Tickets to attend in person are $15 each. ... |
15 All Day Spring Break (4/12 - 4/16) All Day
Apr
15
School closed Friday and Sat. April 15-16 5:30 PM Paul Wertico Masterclass: Expanding Your Creativity @ BOP STOP Paul Wertico Masterclass: Expanding Your Creativity @ BOP STOP 5:30 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
15
Dream Cymbals and Stebal Drums present a FREE Masterclass with multi-Grammy winning drummer, Paul Wertico! Paul's master... 8:00 PM Wertico/Haque/Gray @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
15
We invite you to Wertico-Haque-Gray, as this genre-bending trio performs at BOP STOP for one night only! Tickets to atte... 10:00 PM Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP 10:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
15
We welcome you to join us for our famous jazz jam session. Bring your instrument and call a tune! Our house rhythm secti... |
16 All Day Spring Break (4/12 - 4/16) All Day
Apr
16
School closed Friday and Sat. April 15-16 8:00 PM Alla Boara: Concert and Wine Tasting @ BOP STOP Alla Boara: Concert and Wine Tasting @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
16
Listen to Alla Boara's jazz arrangements of Italian folk music and taste wines from the regions in which the folk music ... |
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19 6:00 PM Ballister / Vandermark-Lytton-Wooley @ BOP STOP Ballister / Vandermark-Lytton-Wooley @ BOP STOP 6:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
19
New Ghosts and BOP STOP present: A historic double bill: Ballister: Dave Rempis, saxophone; PNL, drums; Fred Lonberg-Hol... 9:00 PM Outlab: Experiments In Improvised Music @ BOP STOP Outlab: Experiments In Improvised Music @ BOP STOP 9:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
19
Tonight's Outlab begins at 9pm because we are presenting a concert with New Ghosts prior to the session. OutLab: Experi... |
20 6:30 PM Stephane Wrembel Workshop 6:30 PM TMS University Circle -- Glick Recital Hall 11125 Magnolia DriveCleveland, OH 44106
Apr
20
Wrembel is considered one of the preeminent master guitarists in the world, specializing in the Django Reinhardt style. ... 7:00 PM Lift Their Voices Concert Series: Tracy Marie @ BOP STOP Lift Their Voices Concert Series: Tracy Marie @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
20
We hope you will join us for our next performance in the Lift Their Voices concert series presented by our friends at Ro... |
21 7:00 PM The Makanda Project @ BOP STOP The Makanda Project @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
21
It is very rare that we get to present a touring large ensemble and we hope you will join us as The Makanda Project, a 1... |
22 8:00 PM Blue Lunch Featuring Tad Robinson @ BOP STOP Blue Lunch Featuring Tad Robinson @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
22
Tad Robinson, one of the leading voices of modern soul-blues music, joins Cleveland's own legendary blues band, Blue Lun... |
23 8:00 PM Alvin Frazier @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
23
Alvin Frazier graces the BOP STOP stage to present an intimate concert as part of his RIVER album release tour. Tickets ... |
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24 3:00 PM Suzuki Recital #8 - Spring Semester 2022 Suzuki Recital #8 - Spring Semester 2022 3:00 PM
Apr
24
Suzuki students will perform in Glick Recital Hall today for family and frinds. 6:00 PM Stephane Wrembel (6pm & 8pm Shows) @ BOP STOP Stephane Wrembel (6pm & 8pm Shows) @ BOP STOP 6:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
24
The living face of modern Gypsy jazz, Stephane Wrembel, brings his fabulous band to BOP STOP for two shows at 6pm & ... |
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26 7:00 PM Cleveland State University Jazz Showcase @ BOP STOP Cleveland State University Jazz Showcase @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
26
Join us in person or tune in to BOP STOP's Facebook page on Tuesday April 26th 2022 at 7:00 pm for a jazz-filled evening... |
27 8:00 PM Tim Mirth Trio @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
27
The Tim Mirth Trio performs at BOP STOP to present some of Tim's new original music and new arrangements of standards. T... |
28 7:00 PM Amistad Caribbean Arts Camp Concert & Fundraiser @ BOP STOP Amistad Caribbean Arts Camp Concert & Fundraiser @ BOP STOP 7:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
28
Open Tone Music presents our Amistad Caribbean Arts Camp concert to raise funds and celebrate the upcoming season. Ticke... |
29 8:00 PM Sam Hooper Group @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
29
Get ready for an epic night of blues as the Sam Hooper Group returns to the BOP STOP! Tickets to attend in person are $1... |
30 2:00 PM Ronell Regis @ BOP STOP 2:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
30
Saxophonist, Ronell Regis, presents his recital featuring an all-star cast of musicians. This event is FREE to attend in... 8:00 PM Reggie Kelly's Birthday Bash @ BOP STOP Reggie Kelly's Birthday Bash @ BOP STOP 8:00 PM 2920 Detroit AveCleveland, Ohio 44113
Apr
30
Back by popular demand, vocalist and entertainer Reggie Kelly returns to the BOP STOP to present a special program for h... |
Mar
28
Early Childhood
No Early Childhood & Kindergarten Classes (3/28 - 4/1)
Spring Break
Monday, March 28
Early Childhood
Mar
29
Early Childhood
No Early Childhood & Kindergarten Classes (3/28 - 4/1)
Spring Break
Tuesday, March 29
Early Childhood
Mar
30
Early Childhood
No Early Childhood & Kindergarten Classes (3/28 - 4/1)
Spring Break
Wednesday, March 30
Early Childhood
Mar
31
Early Childhood
No Early Childhood & Kindergarten Classes (3/28 - 4/1)
Spring Break
Thursday, March 31
Early Childhood
Apr
01
Early Childhood
No Early Childhood & Kindergarten Classes (3/28 - 4/1)
Spring Break
Friday, April 01
Early Childhood
Apr
01
Bop Stop
Glenn Holmes Trio @ BOP STOP
Friday, April 01
Bop Stop
The Glenn Holmes Trio is one of the most in demand jazz trios in Cleveland and they are long overdue for a performance at BOP STOP. The band presents incredible...
Apr
01
Bop Stop
Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP
Friday, April 01 to Saturday, April 02, 2022
Bop Stop
We welcome you to join us for our famous jazz jam session. Bring your instrument and call a tune! Our house rhythm section is organized by Cleveland based drummer, Anthony...
Apr
02
Bop Stop
Birth Composition and Improvisation Workshop @ BOP STOP
Saturday, April 02
Bop Stop
Have you ever listened to the band Birth and wondered, “What the heck are these guys doing?” Birth’s music exists in the blurred area between composition and improvisation. Where one ends...
Apr
02
Music Instruction
String Merit Scholarship Auditions 2022
Application deadline: Feb. 28, 2022
Saturday, April 02
Music Instruction
The 2022-2023 Merit Scholarship Audition Application for private lesson, J@MS program and Rock & Pop Academy is now available on our website. Hard copies of the application are also available...
Apr
02
Bop Stop
Aropa Ensemble featuring Russ Schmidt @ BOP STOP
Saturday, April 02
Bop Stop
*All guests, staff, and performers must show proof of vaccination or produce a negative test result within 72 hours of entering to be admitted to a show. ------------------- Aropa Ensemble visits BOP...
Apr
03
Bop Stop
Lakeland Community College's Jazz Impact @ BOP STOP
Sunday, April 03
Bop Stop
Lakeland Community College is pleased to present their two civic jazz ensembles for this year’s performance at the BOP STOP. Both Jazz Impact and the Lakeland Civic Jazz Orchestra will...
Apr
03
Bop Stop
Tony Cuda's Jazz Cats @ BOP STOP
Sunday, April 03
Bop Stop
After almost 3 years, Tony Cuda's Jazz Cats are returning to the BOP STOP to play original tunes from their 2 previously released CD's; "Herding Jazz Cats" and "Broken Streams...
Apr
06
Bop Stop
Lift Their Voices Concert Series: Nathan Paul Davis @ BOP STOP
With The Theron Brown Trio
Wednesday, April 06
Bop Stop
We hope you will join us for our next performance in the Lift Their Voices concert series presented by our friends at Roots of American Music. Tickets to attend this...
Apr
07
Music Instruction
Overflow Merit Scholarship Auditions
Application deadline: Feb. 28, 2022
Thursday, April 07
Music Instruction
The 2022-2023 Merit Scholarship Audition Application for private lesson, J@MS program and Rock & Pop Academy is now available on our website. Hard copies of the application are also available...
Apr
07
Bop Stop
Darren Frate Group @ BOP STOP
Thursday, April 07
Bop Stop
*All guests, staff, and performers must show proof of vaccination or produce a negative test result within 72 hours of entering to be admitted to a show. -------------- Bassist Darren Frate brings...
Apr
08
Bop Stop
McHamker @ BOP STOP
Friday, April 08
Bop Stop
*All guests, staff, and performers must show proof of vaccination or produce a negative test result within 72 hours of entering to be admitted to a show. ------------- McHamker makes their BOP...
Apr
09
Bop Stop
Diego Rivera Quintet: "MESTIZO" Tour @ BOP STOP
Saturday, April 09
Bop Stop
Saxophonist Diego Rivera leads his quintet in the band's BOP STOP debut! Tickets to attend in person are $20 each. This event will also be livestreamed on BOP STOP's Facebook...
Apr
10
Bop Stop
Ernie Krivda And The Fat Tuesday Big Band @ BOP STOP
Swingin' and Singin' With Evelyn Wright, Erin Keckan, and Mike Cady
Sunday, April 10
Bop Stop
This show will start closer to 7:30pm rather than 7pm Join us as Ernie Krivda's Fat Tuesday Big Band teams up with three of Cleveland's finest vocalists including Evelyn Wright, Mike...
Apr
11
Bop Stop
Jeremey Poparad's Janus Ensemble @ BOP STOP
Monday, April 11
Bop Stop
Jeremey Poparad and Janus Ensemble perform at BOP STOP! Tickets to attend this show are $15 each for the general public. CSU students can attend for free with student ID....
Apr
12
Music Instruction
Spring Break (4/12 - 4/16)
No Lessons Scheduled
Tuesday, April 12
Music Instruction
School closed Friday and Sat. April 15-16
Apr
13
Music Instruction
Spring Break (4/12 - 4/16)
No Lessons Scheduled
Wednesday, April 13
Music Instruction
School closed Friday and Sat. April 15-16
Apr
13
Bop Stop
Danjo Jazz Orchestra @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, April 13
Bop Stop
Danjo Jazz Orchestra, the resident big band at Jilly's Music Room in Akron, makes their BOP STOP debut! Tickets to attend this performance in person are $15 each, This event...
Apr
14
Music Instruction
Spring Break (4/12 - 4/16)
No Lessons Scheduled
Thursday, April 14
Music Instruction
School closed Friday and Sat. April 15-16
Apr
14
Early Childhood
No Early Childhood or Kindergarten Classes
Teacher Professional Development Day
Thursday, April 14
Early Childhood
Apr
14
Bop Stop
Chris Dingman @ BOP STOP
Thursday, April 14
Bop Stop
Vibraphonist, Chris Dingman, makes his BOP STOP debut with a solo appearance. Tickets to attend in person are $15 each. The show will also be livestreamed on BOP STOP's Facebook...
Apr
15
Music Instruction
Spring Break (4/12 - 4/16)
No Lessons Scheduled
Friday, April 15
Music Instruction
School closed Friday and Sat. April 15-16
Apr
15
Bop Stop
Paul Wertico Masterclass: Expanding Your Creativity @ BOP STOP
Friday, April 15
Bop Stop
Dream Cymbals and Stebal Drums present a FREE Masterclass with multi-Grammy winning drummer, Paul Wertico! Paul's masterclass is entitled Expanding Your Creativity and is intended for all musicians (not just...
Apr
15
Bop Stop
Wertico/Haque/Gray @ BOP STOP
Friday, April 15
Bop Stop
We invite you to Wertico-Haque-Gray, as this genre-bending trio performs at BOP STOP for one night only! Tickets to attend this show are $25 each. This concert will not be...
Apr
15
Bop Stop
Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP
Friday, April 15 to Saturday, April 16, 2022
Bop Stop
We welcome you to join us for our famous jazz jam session. Bring your instrument and call a tune! Our house rhythm section is organized by Cleveland based drummer, Anthony...
Apr
16
Music Instruction
Spring Break (4/12 - 4/16)
No Lessons Scheduled
Saturday, April 16
Music Instruction
School closed Friday and Sat. April 15-16
Apr
16
Bop Stop
Alla Boara: Concert and Wine Tasting @ BOP STOP
Saturday, April 16
Bop Stop
Listen to Alla Boara's jazz arrangements of Italian folk music and taste wines from the regions in which the folk music originated! For this performance we have two tiers of...
Apr
18
Music Instruction
Classes and Lessons Resume
University Circle and Ohio City
Monday, April 18
Music Instruction
Apr
19
Bop Stop
Ballister / Vandermark-Lytton-Wooley @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, April 19
Bop Stop
New Ghosts and BOP STOP present: A historic double bill: Ballister: Dave Rempis, saxophone; PNL, drums; Fred Lonberg-Holm, anti-cello AND Ken Vandermark, reeds; Paul Lytton, drums; Nate Wooley, trumpet. $25...
Apr
19
Bop Stop
Outlab: Experiments In Improvised Music @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, April 19
Bop Stop
Tonight's Outlab begins at 9pm because we are presenting a concert with New Ghosts prior to the session. OutLab: Experiments in Improvised Music is a monthly laboratory for spontaneous interactive musical...
Apr
20
Music Instruction
Stephane Wrembel Workshop
Free Workshop -- Reservations Required.
Wednesday, April 20
Music Instruction
Wrembel is considered one of the preeminent master guitarists in the world, specializing in the Django Reinhardt style. His music incorporates jazz, blues, classical, swing, flamenco, and rock. All of...
Apr
20
Bop Stop
Lift Their Voices Concert Series: Tracy Marie @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, April 20
Bop Stop
We hope you will join us for our next performance in the Lift Their Voices concert series presented by our friends at Roots of American Music. Tickets to attend this...
Apr
21
Bop Stop
The Makanda Project @ BOP STOP
Thursday, April 21
Bop Stop
It is very rare that we get to present a touring large ensemble and we hope you will join us as The Makanda Project, a 13-piece group from Boston, makes...
Apr
22
Bop Stop
Blue Lunch Featuring Tad Robinson @ BOP STOP
Friday, April 22
Bop Stop
Tad Robinson, one of the leading voices of modern soul-blues music, joins Cleveland's own legendary blues band, Blue Lunch! Tickets to attend in person are $20 each. This event will...
Apr
23
Bop Stop
Alvin Frazier @ BOP STOP
Saturday, April 23
Bop Stop
Alvin Frazier graces the BOP STOP stage to present an intimate concert as part of his RIVER album release tour. Tickets to attend this concert in person are $20. This...
Apr
24
Music Instruction
Suzuki Recital #8 - Spring Semester 2022
Sunday, April 24
Music Instruction
Suzuki students will perform in Glick Recital Hall today for family and frinds.
Apr
24
Bop Stop
Stephane Wrembel (6pm & 8pm Shows) @ BOP STOP
6pm Show; 8pm Show. Separate Seatings
Sunday, April 24
Bop Stop
The living face of modern Gypsy jazz, Stephane Wrembel, brings his fabulous band to BOP STOP for two shows at 6pm & 8pm with special guest Daisy Castro on Violin....
Apr
26
Bop Stop
Cleveland State University Jazz Showcase @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, April 26
Bop Stop
Join us in person or tune in to BOP STOP's Facebook page on Tuesday April 26th 2022 at 7:00 pm for a jazz-filled evening featuring CSU Jazz Ensembles and Small...
Apr
27
Bop Stop
Tim Mirth Trio @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, April 27
Bop Stop
The Tim Mirth Trio performs at BOP STOP to present some of Tim's new original music and new arrangements of standards. Tim's trio features: Tim Mirth, Guitar Bryan Thomas, Upright Bass Steve Renko,...
Apr
28
Bop Stop
Amistad Caribbean Arts Camp Concert & Fundraiser @ BOP STOP
Thursday, April 28
Bop Stop
Open Tone Music presents our Amistad Caribbean Arts Camp concert to raise funds and celebrate the upcoming season. Tickets to attend in person are $50. In addition, this event will...
Apr
29
Music Instruction
Cavani String Quartet and Faculty Recital
Friday, April 29
Music Instruction
Apr
29
Bop Stop
Sam Hooper Group @ BOP STOP
Friday, April 29
Bop Stop
Get ready for an epic night of blues as the Sam Hooper Group returns to the BOP STOP! Tickets to attend in person are $15 in advance and $20 at...
Apr
30
Bop Stop
Ronell Regis @ BOP STOP
Graduating Senior Recital
Saturday, April 30
Bop Stop
Saxophonist, Ronell Regis, presents his recital featuring an all-star cast of musicians. This event is FREE to attend in person. No reservation required. This event will also be livestreamed on...
Apr
30
Bop Stop
Reggie Kelly's Birthday Bash @ BOP STOP
Saturday, April 30
Bop Stop
Back by popular demand, vocalist and entertainer Reggie Kelly returns to the BOP STOP to present a special program for his birthday! Reggie has created an all-star band for the...