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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
Jul
03
BOP STOP
Brent Kirby's 10x3 Songwriter/Band Showcase @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, July 03
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...
Jul
04
Music Instruction Early Childhood Music Therapy
Happy Fourth of July! (TMS Closed)
Campus is closed - enjoy the holiday!
Thursday, July 04
Music Instruction Early Childhood Music Therapy
Jul
04
BOP STOP
BOP STOP Closed For July 4th @ BOP STOP
Thursday, July 04
BOP STOP
The BOP STOP is closed for July 4th. Stop back in tomorrow for some great music!
Jul
05
Early Childhood
Teacher Professional Day
Friday, July 05
Early Childhood
No school for Early Childhood students.
Jul
05
BOP STOP
Dr. Dave Thomas Project with Special Guest Jacob Johnson @ BOP STOP
Friday, July 05
BOP STOP
Master organist/pianist Dr. David Thomas leads an incredible group for a special night of music at the BOP STOP. Joining the band for a few numbers will be guest vocalist...
Jul
05
BOP STOP
Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP
Sponsored by Tri-C Jazz Fest
Friday, July 05 to Saturday, July 06, 2024
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...
Jul
06
BOP STOP
Sax Battle Cry: Featuring Nathan-Paul Davis & Johnny Cochran @ BOP STOP
Saturday, July 06
BOP STOP
The sax battle is an event of particular significance in the history of jazz music. Many of the greats went toe-to-toe with their colleagues in the spirit of friendly competition...
Jul
07
BOP STOP
Aaron Irwin Trio @ BOP STOP
Sunday, July 07
BOP STOP
We are excited to welcome the Aaron Irwin Trio for their BOP STOP debut! Tickets for this evening are $20 each. Featuring: Mike Baggetta, guitar (mssv, Jim Keltner, David Torn) Bill Campbell, drums Aaron...
Jul
11
Music Instruction
Music Film Series: The Concert Film
Part I
Thursday, July 11
Music Instruction
The musical documentary spans genres and decades, from pristine reproductions of famed concerts to in-depth looks “behind the music,” following artists as they create in real time, to the musical...
Jul
11
BOP STOP
Brain and the Glasses @ BOP STOP
Thursday, July 11
BOP STOP
Experience auditory cranial transformation! Hear the people’s jazz! Led by rhythmic maestro Brian Randall, Brain and the Glasses mends the rift between the folk and the jazz cat. Featuring trombonist...
Jul
12
BOP STOP
The Hoschar-Palmieri Quintet @ BOP STOP
Friday, July 12
BOP STOP
Cleveland native Drew Hoschar returns with his new quintet! Co-led by saxophonist Colin Palmeri, the Hoschar-Palmieri Quintet features some of the most exciting rising stars from across Ohio. Tickets to this...
Jul
13
BOP STOP
The Jazz Heritage Orchestra @ BOP STOP
A Fundraiser for Open Tone Music
Saturday, July 13
BOP STOP
The Jazz Heritage Orchestra makes a highly anticipated return to BOP STOP! Tickets for this evening are $20 in advance, $25 day of show. Saxophones:Don Turoso - Lead AltoChris Coles -...
Jul
14
BOP STOP
Rick Zelinsky’s Alaska Electronic Orchestra with Howie Smith @ BOP STOP
Sunday, July 14
BOP STOP
Rick Zelinsky, a multifaceted saxophonist/woodwind artist based in Anchorage, Alaska meets prolific Cleveland-based saxophonist and composer, Howie Smith, for a night of electronic exploration and spontaneous creativity. Tickets to this...
Jul
16
BOP STOP
Outlab: Experiments in Improvised Music @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, July 16
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...
Jul
17
BOP STOP
Brent Kirby's 10x3 Songwriter/Band Showcase @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, July 17
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...
Jul
18
Music Instruction
Box Drum Workshop
Make and decorate your own box drum and learn how to play it with master teaching artist Baba Jubal Harris.
Thursday, July 18
Music Instruction
In this make and take workshop, participants will create and decorate their own box drum under the direction of master teaching artist Baba Jubal Harris. After the drums are complete,...
Jul
19
BOP STOP
The CB4 (Chris Burge Quartet) Live Recording Session @ BOP STOP
Friday, July 19
BOP STOP
Join us for a live recording event led by Cleveland saxophonist Chris Burge. The CB4 returns to the BOP STOP for an evening of standards and original compositions to be...
Jul
19
BOP STOP
Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP
Sponsored by Tri-C Jazz Fest
Friday, July 19 to Saturday, July 20, 2024
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...
Jul
20
BOP STOP
Chris Coles Quartet @ BOP STOP
Saturday, July 20
BOP STOP
Listed among Cleveland's Most Interesting People by Cleveland Magazine in 2021, saxophonist, composer, and educator Chris Coles brings an outstanding new band to the BOP STOP. Featuring: Chris Coles - Saxophone Chris Anderson...
Jul
21
BOP STOP
Lucas Apostoleris Quartet @ BOP STOP
Sunday, July 21
BOP STOP
We are excited to welcome Miami-based drummer and composer, Lucas Apostoleris, for his BOP STOP debut with his stellar quartet! Lucas will be promoting music from his quartet's new album,...
Jul
23
BOP STOP
An Evening with Contemporary Trombonist Hank Bilal @ BOP STOP
Hosted by Paulette Jackson
Tuesday, July 23
BOP STOP
Contemporary jazz trombonist / producer Hank Bilal presents a special evening celebrating his his fourth album, Beneath The Covers. The evening will be hosted by Paulette Jackson. Tickets for this evening...
Jul
24
BOP STOP
Djangophonique @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, July 24
BOP STOP
Djangophonique promises an exciting night of music in the style of Django Reinhardt! Join us for their BOP STOP debut! Tickets for this evening are $20 each. This event will also...
Jul
25
Early Childhood
Full Day Preschool - July Camp Ends
Thursday, July 25
Early Childhood
Last Day of Full Day Preschool for those enrolled in the July Camp.
Jul
25
Music Instruction
Music Film Series: Music Behind the Scenes
Part II
Thursday, July 25
Music Instruction
The musical documentary spans genres and decades, from pristine reproductions of famed concerts to in-depth looks “behind the music,” following artists as they create in real time, to the musical...
Jul
25
BOP STOP
Third Law Collective @ BOP STOP
Featuring new music by area composers!
Thursday, July 25
BOP STOP
Join us for a night of original music by area composers. The Third Law Collective is a 10-piece ensemble co-led by a core group of writers including Dan Bruce, Chris...
Jul
26
Music Instruction
Summer Camp Shared Recital
Adult Orchestra and Settlement Singers
Friday, July 26
Music Instruction
Jul
26
BOP STOP
Sofia Goodman Trio @ BOP STOP
Friday, July 26
BOP STOP
Join us in welcoming one of Nashville's rising stars, composer and drummer Sofia Goodman, for her BOP STOP debut! The Sofia Goodman Trio will celebrate the release of Goodman's new...
Jul
27
BOP STOP
Olivia Van Goor with Tommy Lehman @ BOP STOP
Saturday, July 27
BOP STOP
Detroit-based vocalist Olivia Van Goor makes an exciting return to BOP STOP! Olivia is joined by some of the area's best. Tickets for this evening are $25 each. Featuring: Olivia Van Goor...
Jul
28
BOP STOP
(SOLD OUT) Sunny Side, 7 Piece Jazz Band from New Orleans @ BOP STOP
Featuring Opening Act: Victoria Douton
Sunday, July 28
BOP STOP
The sounds of New Orleans make their way to Cleveland as Sunny Side makes their return to the BOP STOP. Make sure to bring your dancing shoes! Opening for the...
Jul
29
BOP STOP
BOP STOP Closed For Break @ BOP STOP
Monday, July 29 to Thursday, August 01, 2024
BOP STOP
The BOP STOP is closed for break. Stop back in this weekend for more great music!
Jul
29
Music Instruction
Community Merit Scholarship Auditions
By Appointment Only
Monday, July 29
Music Instruction
Our Community Merit Scholarship Auditions are open to anyone in the community. You do not need to be a current student of The Music Settlement. Students of all ages are...
Jul
30
BOP STOP
BOP STOP Closed For Break @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, July 30 to Thursday, August 01, 2024
BOP STOP
The BOP STOP is closed for break. Stop back in this weekend for more music!
Jul
31
BOP STOP
BOP STOP Closed For Break @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, July 31 to Thursday, August 01, 2024
BOP STOP
The BOP STOP is closed for break. Stop back in this weekend for more music!