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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
Apr
01
BOP STOP
Dan Pugach Nonet @ BOP STOP
Saturday, April 01
BOP STOP
Get ready for an exciting evening with Grammy nominated drummer and composer, Dan Pugach! Dan brings is stelar nonet to the BOP STOP featuring his beautiful original music. Tickets to...
Apr
02
BOP STOP
Dominick Farinacci & Tri-C JazzFest Academy Spirit of the Groove Ensemble @ BOP STOP
Sunday, April 02
BOP STOP
Tickets to attend this show are $20 each. This event will also be livestreamed on BOP STOP's Facebook page at showtime. Accessing the stream is free but donations are encouraged...
Apr
03
Early Childhood
Spring Break for Morning Preschool and Kindergarten
Monday, April 03 to Thursday, April 07, 2022
Early Childhood
Full Day Preschool In Session. Morning Preschool Classes and Kindergarten Closed Monday April 3rd through Friday April 7th.
Apr
03
Music Instruction
Comienzos (Beginnings), a Concert at Heights Arts
Free and open to the public
Monday, April 03
Music Instruction
The Music Settlement will present a concert at Heights Arts on Monday, April 3, 2023. This concert brings a new repertoire showcasing a selection of outstanding composers from Latin America. The...
Apr
04
Early Childhood
Spring Break for Morning Preschool and Kindergarten
Tuesday, April 04 to Friday, April 07, 2023
Early Childhood
Full Day Preschool In Session. Morning Preschool Classes and Kindergarten Closed Monday April 3rd through Friday April 7th.
Apr
04
Music Instruction
Spring Break for TMS Tues. April 4 - Sat. April 8, 2023
No lessons, classes or ensembles Tues. through Sat. this week
Tuesday, April 04 to Friday, April 04, 2003
Music Instruction
Apr
05
Early Childhood
Spring Break for Morning Preschool and Kindergarten
Wednesday, April 05 to Friday, April 07, 2023
Early Childhood
Full Day Preschool In Session. Morning Preschool Classes and Kindergarten Closed Monday April 3rd through Friday April 7th.
Apr
05
BOP STOP
Brent Kirby's 10x3 Songwriter/Band Showcase @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, April 05
BOP STOP
BOP STOP is proud to present Brent Kirby's famous 10x3! This event is free but donations are encouraged at the door. This event will also be livestreamed on BOP STOP's...
Apr
06
Early Childhood
Spring Break - Early Childhood Closed
Thursday, April 06 to Friday, April 07, 2023
Early Childhood
No Morning Preschool, Full Day Preschool or Kindergarten. All Early Childhood classes resume Monday April 10, 2023.
Apr
07
Early Childhood
Spring Break - Early Childhood Closed
Friday, April 07
Early Childhood
No Morning Preschool, Full Day Preschool or Kindergarten. All Early Childhood classes resume Monday April 10, 2023.
Apr
07
BOP STOP
Journeys @ BOP STOP
Friday, April 07
BOP STOP
For more than 20 years JOURNEYS from Switzerland have delighted a wide range of concert and radio audiences across Europe, North America and China with their exciting Jazz-Funk-Fusion compositions. Now,...
Apr
07
BOP STOP
Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP
Friday, April 07 to Saturday, April 08, 2023
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
08
Music Instruction
Chamber Music Intensive Performance Class
at Heights Arts
Saturday, April 08
Music Instruction
Annie Fullard, violinCatherine Cosbey, violinEric Wong, violaKyle Price, cello Click here to learn more about TMS' Chamber Music Intensive program. This event will take place at Heights Arts. It is free...
Apr
08
BOP STOP
Superstars From the S. Indian Thyagaraja Festival Featuring the Jamey Haddad Quartet @ BOP STOP
Featuring Musicians From The Cleveland Thyagaraja Festival
Saturday, April 08
BOP STOP
No stranger to global musical collaborations, percussionist Jamey Haddad presents an eclectic evening featuring his quartet plus musicians participating in the Cleveland Thyagaraja Festival, the largest Indian classical music festival...
Apr
09
BOP STOP
BOP STOP Closed For Easter @ BOP STOP
Sunday, April 09
BOP STOP
The BOP STOP is closed for Easter. See you later this week!
Apr
12
BOP STOP
Lift Their Voices Concert Series: Sam Hooper @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, April 12
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
13
BOP STOP
Aimée Allen Trio with Tony Romano and François Moutin @ BOP STOP
Thursday, April 13
BOP STOP
Vocalist and acclaimed songwriter Aimée Allen returns to BOP STOP with this ultra dynamic trio featuring master musicians guitarist Tony Romano and bassist Francois Moutin. With a repertoire rooted...
Apr
14
BOP STOP
Freedom First @ BOP STOP
A Hometown Jazz Benefit Concert for Keith LaMar
Friday, April 14
BOP STOP
Tickets for this event can be purchased at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/freedom-first-a-hometown-jazz-benefit-concert-for-keith-lamar-cleveland-tickets-527990392477 Keith LaMar is a WRONGFULLY-CONVICTED Black man who faces state-sanctioned murder in just under a year for crimes he can now prove...
Apr
15
Early Childhood
April STEM Saturday: Building & Construction
Saturday, April 15
Early Childhood
Curated for ages 3-8 years old with an accompanied parent or adult present. April Theme's will be Building & Construction and will be hosted at The Music Settlement's Ohio City campus...
Apr
15
Music Instruction
Voice Masterclass with Tim Culver
Free and open to the public
Saturday, April 15
Music Instruction
Voice students of The Music Settlement will perform selections for Mr. Culver, who will provide suggestions and strategies for strengthening the performance in a live masterclass. The program is...
Apr
15
BOP STOP
Ken Vandermark featuring Lily Finnegan and Beth McDonald @ BOP STOP
Saturday, April 15
BOP STOP
In Cleveland on Saturday, April 15th, three artists from the vibrant creative music scene in Chicago will be showcasing aspects of their work for the first time. This concert is...
Apr
16
BOP STOP
Maria Jacobs Quartet @ BOP STOP
Sunday, April 16
BOP STOP
Maria Jacobs returns to the bop stop with the release of her ninth album, recorded here live on January 9th, 2022. The album is called “Back at the Bop Stop“...
Apr
18
BOP STOP
Jeremey Poparad Jazz Orchestra @ BOP STOP
Jeremey's Birthday Bash!
Tuesday, April 18
BOP STOP
Jeremey Poparad brings his jazz orchestra back to The Bop Stop for a special birthday concert! Tickets to attend this show are $15 each for the general public. CSU students...
Apr
19
BOP STOP
Brent Kirby's 10x3 Songwriter/Band Showcase @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, April 19
BOP STOP
BOP STOP is proud to present Brent Kirby's famous 10x3! This event is free but donations are encouraged at the door. This event will also be livestreamed on BOP STOP's...
Apr
20
Music Instruction
Student Recital #9 2022-23
Free and open to the public
Thursday, April 20
Music Instruction
Apr
20
BOP STOP
YSU Jazz Ensembles Present The Music Of Chandler Carpenter @ BOP STOP
Live Recording Event!
Thursday, April 20
BOP STOP
On Thursday, April 20, 2023, the Bop Stop at the Music Settlement will present the Youngstown State University Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Quartet beginning at 7:00 p.m. The YSU groups...
Apr
21
Music Instruction
SUZUKI Recital #8 2022-23 Season
Friday, April 21
Music Instruction
Apr
21
BOP STOP
Dan Wilson Trio @ BOP STOP
Featuring Jessica Yafanaro and Kip Reed
Friday, April 21
BOP STOP
One of Northeast Ohio's most impressive artists, guitarist Dan Wilson returns to the BOP STOP for an intimate evening with his trio featuring Jessica Yafanaro (vocals) and Kip Reed (bass)....
Apr
21
BOP STOP
Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP
Friday, April 21 to Saturday, April 22, 2023
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
22
BOP STOP
Elijah Rock: The Return of A Classic Crooner @ BOP STOP
Saturday, April 22
BOP STOP
Long-dedicated to upholding and aligning himself with the first-class carriage and aesthetic of timeless entertainment, Cleveland born Elijah Rock is a Pop Traditional recording artist and Entertainer of The Great...
Apr
23
BOP STOP
Temple Of Passions Presents Music 2 Poetry @ BOP STOP
Sunday, April 23
BOP STOP
T.O.P's "slam style" poetry competition is a twist on traditional performance poetry. Each poet carefully selects a music instrumental to perform with their prepared poem. The fate of each poet...
Apr
27
BOP STOP
Third Law Collective @ BOP STOP
Featuring Original Music By Area Composers
Thursday, April 27
BOP STOP
BOP STOP Director, Bryan Kennard, teams up with a collective of composers and performers from across Northeast Ohio to present the first concert in a new series to promote and...
Apr
28
Early Childhood
Parent Teacher Conferences
Friday, April 28
Early Childhood
No school for students today. Teachers will have communicated with parents via email or Class Tag on how to sign up for your child's conference time slot.
Apr
28
BOP STOP
John Petrucelli Quartet: The Endurance of Optimism @ BOP STOP
Friday, April 28
BOP STOP
Saxophonist and composer John Petrucelli returns to BOP STOP with his quartet featuring John's original music. Tickets to attend this show in person are $20 each. This event will also be...
Apr
29
Music Instruction
Hazel Zehner Memorial Concert
Free and open to the public
Saturday, April 29
Music Instruction
Hazel Zehner was head of the Settlement Voice department from 1989 to 2016. The Settlement was her musical home for over 40 years! She also taught at CCC and Koch...
Apr
29
BOP STOP
Matthew Alec and The Soul Electric featuring Greg Banaszak @ BOP STOP
Saturday, April 29
BOP STOP
Promoting their sophomore album Live at the Bop Stop! (which features world-famous trombonist Tom “Bones” Malone), Cleveland’s premier jazz-funk collective Matthew Alec and The Soul Electric returns to the Bop...
Apr
30
Music Instruction
Cleveland Cello Society Scholarship Auditions 2023
Sunday, April 30
Music Instruction
Cello Auditions are held in Burke Mansion Glick Recital Hall. Warm up rooms are available.
Apr
30
BOP STOP
BOP STOP Closed For Private Event @ BOP STOP
Sunday, April 30
BOP STOP
The BOP STOP is closed today for a private event. We apologize for the inconvenience. If you are interested in hosting your own private event at BOP STOP please email Bryan...