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Sep

01

BOP STOP Closed For Private Event @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

BOP STOP Closed For Private Event @ BOP STOP

Sunday, September 01

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 visit our...

BOP STOP Closed For Private Event @ BOP STOP

Sep

02

Music Instruction

CLOSED for Labor Day Holiday.

Monday, September 02

Music Instruction

Sep

02

Early Childhood

Labor Day - Early Childhood Closed

Monday, September 02

Early Childhood

TMS Closed for the Holiday

Sep

03

Early Childhood

2 Day Morning Preschool - Scheduled Drop-in Visit for Enrolled Students

Tuesday, September 03

Early Childhood

Parents will receive their scheduled time to visit via email.

Sep

03

Early Childhood

Morning Preschool Parent Orientation

Tuesday, September 03

Early Childhood

Virtual Orientation Meeting for 2 Day, 3 Day, 4 Day & 5 Day Preschool parents. Separate Zoom links per classroom will be emailed to parents.

Sep

04

Early Childhood

3, 4, & 5 Day Morning Preschool - Scheduled Drop-in Visit for Enrolled Students

Wednesday, September 04

Early Childhood

Parents will receive their scheduled time to visit via email.

Sep

04

Brent Kirby's 10x3 Songwriter/Band Showcase @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Brent Kirby's 10x3 Songwriter/Band Showcase @ BOP STOP

Wednesday, September 04

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...

Brent Kirby's 10x3 Songwriter/Band Showcase @ BOP STOP

Sep

04

Music Instruction

Fall Semester lessons begin at The Music Settlement

Register now! See our website for complete course listings for 2024-25 school year

Wednesday, September 04

Music Instruction

Sep

05

Early Childhood

3, 4, & 5 Day Morning Preschool Begins

Thursday, September 05

Early Childhood

First Day of school for 3 Day, 4 Day & 5 Day Morning preschoolers!

Sep

05

Pete and Nolan Cavano @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Pete and Nolan Cavano @ BOP STOP

Thursday, September 05

BOP STOP

Guitarist Pete Cavano teams up with his son and local songwriter, Nolan Cavano, for an evening of original songs and favorite classics. Tickets to attend this show in person are...

Pete and Nolan Cavano @ BOP STOP

Sep

06

Matthew Alec and The Soul Electric featuring Greg Banaszak @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Matthew Alec and The Soul Electric featuring Greg Banaszak @ BOP STOP

Friday, September 06

BOP STOP

Nominated by the Cleveland Scene Music Awards as Cleveland’s “Best Jazz” for 2024, Cleveland’s premier high-octane fusion supergroup Matthew Alec and The Soul Electric make their return to the Bop...

Matthew Alec and The Soul Electric featuring Greg Banaszak @ BOP STOP

Sep

06

Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP

Sponsored by Tri-C Jazz Fest

Friday, September 06

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...

Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP

Sep

07

Brian Bacon:

BOP STOP

Brian Bacon: "Murder of Crows" @ BOP STOP

Saturday, September 07

BOP STOP

Join us for an evening with Ohio-based songwriter, Brian Bacon, as he celebrates the completion of his upcoming album, a ten-song Midwestern Gothic storybook, entitled Murder of Crows. This event will...

Brian Bacon:

Sep

08

The Glenn Davis Quintet @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

The Glenn Davis Quintet @ BOP STOP

Sunday, September 08

BOP STOP

Glenn has recently returned home to the Cleveland area and has assembled an all star Cleveland quintet playing Glenn’s engaging original compositions and arrangements and swinging jazz classics. Tickets to...

The Glenn Davis Quintet @ BOP STOP

Sep

09

Early Childhood

2 Day Morning Preschool Begins

Monday, September 09

Early Childhood

First Day of school for 2 Day Morning preschoolers!

Sep

11

Dillon Shidemantle Quartet @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Dillon Shidemantle Quartet @ BOP STOP

Wednesday, September 11

BOP STOP

Join us in welcoming vocalist and trumpeter Dillon Shidemantle as he makes his debut at BOP STOP! Tickets for tonight are $18 each in advance, $20 day of show. Featuring: Andru Dennis...

Dillon Shidemantle Quartet @ BOP STOP

Sep

12

Dave Frank @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Dave Frank @ BOP STOP

Thursday, September 12

BOP STOP

Join us for the debut of Dave Frank! Tickets for tonight are $15 in advance and $20 day of show. This event will also be livestreamed on BOP STOP's Youtube...

Dave Frank @ BOP STOP

Sep

13

Curtis Taylor Quartet with Marcus Elliot @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Curtis Taylor Quartet with Marcus Elliot @ BOP STOP

Celebrating Curtis Taylor's Most Recent Album: "TAYLOR MADE"

Friday, September 13

BOP STOP

One of Cleveland's own, trumpeter Curtis Taylor, returns home for a special performance to promote his most recent album: Taylor Made. Taylor has assembled an all-star quintet setting up an...

Curtis Taylor Quartet with Marcus Elliot @ BOP STOP

Sep

14

Alla Boara Concert and Wine Tasting @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Alla Boara Concert and Wine Tasting @ BOP STOP

Saturday, September 14

BOP STOP

Cleveland's exciting Italian folksong jazz ensemble, Alla Boara, returns to BOP STOP for a special concert and wine tasting event. Experience the band's creative arrangements of Italian folk songs and...

Alla Boara Concert and Wine Tasting @ BOP STOP

Sep

14

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Early Childhood

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Saturday, September 14 to Saturday, November 09, 2024

Early Childhood

The Mixed Ages class brings an engaging early childhood music and movement program for young children and their parent or caregiver. Siblings 7 months and younger or 5 and older...

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Sep

14

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Early Childhood

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Saturday, September 14 to Saturday, November 09, 2024

Early Childhood

The Mixed Ages class brings an engaging early childhood music and movement program for young children and their parent or caregiver. Siblings 7 months and younger or 5 and older...

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Sep

14

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Early Childhood

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Saturday, September 14 to Saturday, November 09, 2024

Early Childhood

The Mixed Ages class brings an engaging early childhood music and movement program for young children and their parent or caregiver. Siblings 7 months and younger or 5 and older...

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Sep

14

2. Sing and Swing at TMS -  Rhythm Kids

Early Childhood

2. Sing and Swing at TMS - Rhythm Kids

Saturday, September 14 to Saturday, November 09, 2024

Early Childhood

Our Rhythm Kids curriculum continues our developmentally appropriate music education with drumming, games, rhythm patterns and singing. Older children love the interactive format and parents love to connect with their...

2. Sing and Swing at TMS -  Rhythm Kids

Sep

15

The Kennard Kennective: Bryan's 40th Birthday Celebration @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

The Kennard Kennective: Bryan's 40th Birthday Celebration @ BOP STOP

Sunday, September 15

BOP STOP

Composer, flutist, and BOP STOP Director Bryan Kennard is turning 40! In celebration, he is organizing his first big band since moving back to Cleveland featuring some of his friends...

The Kennard Kennective: Bryan's 40th Birthday Celebration @ BOP STOP

Sep

16

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Early Childhood

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Monday, September 16 to Monday, November 11, 2024

Early Childhood

The Mixed Ages class brings an engaging early childhood music and movement program for young children and their parent or caregiver. Siblings 7 months and younger or 5 and older...

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Sep

16

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Early Childhood

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Monday, September 16 to Monday, November 11, 2024

Early Childhood

The Mixed Ages class brings an engaging early childhood music and movement program for young children and their parent or caregiver. Siblings 7 months and younger or 5 and older...

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Sep

16

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Early Childhood

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Monday, September 16 to Monday, November 11, 2024

Early Childhood

The Mixed Ages class brings an engaging early childhood music and movement program for young children and their parent or caregiver. Siblings 7 months and younger or 5 and older...

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Sep

17

Community Drum Circle

Music Instruction

Community Drum Circle

Circle up and drum with master drummer Linda Thomas Jones, aka Mama Fasi.

Tuesday, September 17

Music Instruction

Join Mama Fasi as she teaches rhythms you can play on a box drum, bucket drum, or a traditional hand drum. If you have an instrument, bring it with you!...

Community Drum Circle

Sep

17

Early Childhood

Lunch Bunch and Extended Day Begins

Tuesday, September 17

Early Childhood

Students enrolled in Tuesday Lunch Bunch, or Tuesday-Friday Extended Day may begin these programs.

Sep

17

Outlab: Experiments in Improvised Music @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Outlab: Experiments in Improvised Music @ BOP STOP

Tuesday, September 17

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...

Outlab: Experiments in Improvised Music @ BOP STOP

Sep

18

Berklee Alumni Happy Hour @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Berklee Alumni Happy Hour @ BOP STOP

Wednesday, September 18

BOP STOP

Join fellow Berklee alumni for a happy hour, followed by the Brent Kirby 10x3 Songwriter/Band Showcase, a curated open mic night featuring area songwriters.

Berklee Alumni Happy Hour @ BOP STOP

Sep

18

Brent Kirby's 10x3 Songwriter/Band Showcase @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Brent Kirby's 10x3 Songwriter/Band Showcase @ BOP STOP

Wednesday, September 18

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...

Brent Kirby's 10x3 Songwriter/Band Showcase @ BOP STOP

Sep

18

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Early Childhood

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Wednesday, September 18 to Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Early Childhood

The Mixed Ages class brings an engaging early childhood music and movement program for young children and their parent or caregiver. Siblings 7 months and younger or 5 and older...

1. Sing and Swing at TMS - Mixed Ages

Sep

19

Jamey Haddad Quartet Featuring Leo Blanco (Night 1) @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Jamey Haddad Quartet Featuring Leo Blanco (Night 1) @ BOP STOP

With Jay Ashby, Kip Reed, Patrick Graney and Venezuelan Pianist Leo Blanco

Thursday, September 19

BOP STOP

Global percussionist, Jamey Haddad, returns to BOP STOP with his trio featuring Kip Reed on bass and Venezuelan pianist Leo Blanco! Special guest include Jay Ashby on trombone/vocals and Patrick...

Jamey Haddad Quartet Featuring Leo Blanco (Night 1) @ BOP STOP

Sep

20

Jamey Haddad Quartet Featuring Leo Blanco  (Night 2) @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Jamey Haddad Quartet Featuring Leo Blanco (Night 2) @ BOP STOP

With Jay Ashby, Kip Reed, Patrick Graney, and Venezuelan Pianist Leo Blanco

Friday, September 20

BOP STOP

Global percussionist, Jamey Haddad, returns to BOP STOP with his trio featuring Kip Reed on bass and Venezuelan pianist Leo Blanco! Special guest include Jay Ashby on trombone/vocals and Patrick...

Jamey Haddad Quartet Featuring Leo Blanco  (Night 2) @ BOP STOP

Sep

20

Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP

Sponsored by Tri-C Jazz Fest

Friday, September 20

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...

Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP

Sep

21

The Oblivion Project Presents the Nuevo Tango of Astor Piazzolla @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

The Oblivion Project Presents the Nuevo Tango of Astor Piazzolla @ BOP STOP

Hispanic Heritage Month Showcase

Saturday, September 21

BOP STOP

We are excited for the return of the Oblivion Project, NE Ohio's incredible Nuevo Tango ensemble. Tickets for tonight are $20 each in advance, $25 day of show. Featuring: Gabriel Bolkosky -...

The Oblivion Project Presents the Nuevo Tango of Astor Piazzolla @ BOP STOP

Sep

22

Tim Mirth Trio @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Tim Mirth Trio @ BOP STOP

Sunday, September 22

BOP STOP

Tim Mirth’s and crew are excited to return to perform at the Bop Stop! They will be presenting new compositions and arrangements, as well as different bassist, the great Jeremey...

Tim Mirth Trio @ BOP STOP

Sep

24

Ohio City Incorporated 2024 Annual Meeting @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Ohio City Incorporated 2024 Annual Meeting @ BOP STOP

Tuesday, September 24

BOP STOP

It's been a busy year! Join us to hear what we've been up to at the 2024 OCI Annual Meeting on Tuesday, September 24th at 5:30pm at the BOP STOP...

Ohio City Incorporated 2024 Annual Meeting @ BOP STOP

Sep

25

Music Instruction

The Music Settlement Group classes and Ensembles bein this week

Register now!

Wednesday, September 25

Music Instruction

Sep

25

Dion Kerr's

BOP STOP

Dion Kerr's "eko vizion meusik" @ BOP STOP

Wednesday, September 25

BOP STOP

We are excited to welcome bassist Dion Kerr and his "eko vizion meusik" to Cleveland for their BOP STOP debut. Tickets for tonight are $20 each. Featuring: Dion Kerr - Bass Tim Watson...

Dion Kerr's

Sep

25

Flautrageous Flute Choir

Music Instruction

Flautrageous Flute Choir

Wednesday, September 25 to Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Music Instruction

"If you got it, flaut it!" Join TMS' largest and most advanced flute ensemble. The Flautrageous Flute Choir covers a broad range of repertoire using the entire flute family, from piccolo...

Flautrageous Flute Choir

Sep

26

Third Law Collective @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Third Law Collective @ BOP STOP

Featuring new music by area composers!

Thursday, September 26

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...

Third Law Collective @ BOP STOP

Sep

27

Elijah Rock @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Elijah Rock @ BOP STOP

Friday, September 27

BOP STOP

Cleveland Born Elijah Rock, is long-dedicated to upholding and aligning himself with the first-class carriage and aesthetic of timeless entertainment. As a Pop Traditional recording artist and Entertainer of The...

Elijah Rock @ BOP STOP

Sep

28

Scheen Jazzorkester @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Scheen Jazzorkester @ BOP STOP

Presented in Partnership with New Ghosts

Saturday, September 28

BOP STOP

Get ready for a non typical big band experience, where Mingus and Dolphy lurk in the background while modern European and Scandinavian contemporary expressions hover above! Join us as we...

Scheen Jazzorkester @ BOP STOP

Sep

29

Debbie Darling Quintet @ BOP STOP

BOP STOP

Debbie Darling Quintet @ BOP STOP

Sunday, September 29

BOP STOP

Vocalist, Debbie Darling, has put together a talented musical ensemble for her return to The BOP STOP. Tickets to attend this show in person are $20 each. This event will also...

Debbie Darling Quintet @ BOP STOP

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