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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
Oct
01
BOP STOP
Brent Kirby's 10x3 Songwriter/Band Showcase @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, October 01
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...
Oct
02
BOP STOP
Braxton Cook @ BOP STOP
Thursday, October 02
BOP STOP
Don't miss your chance to see one of today's exciting rising stars, Braxton Cook! Performing with some of the biggest names in the music, Braxton has made a name for...
Oct
02
Music Instruction
Exploring Disney's Animated Musicals
Thursday, October 02
Music Instruction
What makes an animated musical sing? Come explore that question in our four-part series on the history and development of Walt Disney Animation Studios' musicals. Explore the evolution of the genre...
Oct
03
BOP STOP
Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP
Friday, October 03 to Saturday, October 04, 2025
BOP STOP
We welcome you to join us for our famous jazz jam session. Bring your instrument and call a tune! Our house band is organized by Cleveland based trumpeter, Garrett Folger. These...
Oct
04
BOP STOP
Moises Borges Brazilian Jazz Quartet @ BOP STOP
Saturday, October 04
BOP STOP
Join us for a night of Brazilian samba, bossa nova, originals and more with Brazilian vocalist and guitarist, Moises Borges and his quartet. Borges grew up experimenting with a variety...
Oct
04
Music Instruction
Cleveland Cello Collective
Saturday, October 04
Music Instruction
In collaboration with the Cleveland Cello Society, the Cleveland Cello Collective is an opportunity for intermediate and advanced cellists to gather together for a fulfilling afternoon of ensemble playing. Music will...
Oct
05
BOP STOP
Spin Cycle @ BOP STOP
Sunday, October 05
BOP STOP
Spin Cycle make a highly anticipated return to the BOP STOP! Tickets to attend this performance are $20 each. A $2 processing fee will be added to your ticket. This...
Oct
09
BOP STOP
Grace Blackford @ BOP STOP
Thursday, October 09
BOP STOP
Join us in welcoming singer/songwriter Grace Blackford to the BOP STOP stage! Tickets for tonight are $20 each (a $2 per ticket processing fee will be added to your purchase). Featuring: Ricardo...
Oct
11
Music Instruction Early Childhood
October STEAM Saturday: Creepy Crawly
Saturday, October 11
Music Instruction Early Childhood
Curated for ages 3-8 years old with an accompanied parent or adult present. October's theme will be Creepy, Crawly and will be hosted at The Music Settlement's Ohio City campus from...
Oct
11
Early Childhood
STEAM Saturdays
Saturday, October 11
Early Childhood
As a community music and education nonprofit with a robust science program, we were driven to bring something bigger to surrounding neighborhoods that would advance STEAM in youth education, promote...
Oct
13
Early Childhood
Early Childhood Teacher Professional Day
Monday, October 13
Early Childhood
No Morning Preschool, Full Day Preschool or Kindergarten.
Oct
14
Early Childhood
Early Childhood Picture Day for University Circle Students
Tuesday, October 14
Early Childhood
Picture day information and order forms will go home with each student. Please send in your backdrop preferences prior to picture day.
Oct
14
BOP STOP
Outlab: Experiments in Improvised Music @ BOP STOP
Tuesday, October 14
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...
Oct
15
Early Childhood
Early Childhood Picture Day for University Circle Students
Wednesday, October 15
Early Childhood
Picture day information and order forms will go home with each student. Please send in your backdrop preferences prior to picture day.
Oct
15
BOP STOP
Brent Kirby's 10x3 Songwriter/Band Showcase @ BOP STOP
Wednesday, October 15
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...
Oct
15
Music Instruction
Old-Time Jam
Wednesday, October 15
Music Instruction
Gather with friends new and old... Join us each month for an informal jam session at our Ohio City campus as we learn and share folk tunes by ear. This music...
Oct
16
BOP STOP
Natalie Cressman & Ian Faquini @ BOP STOP
Thursday, October 16
BOP STOP
The BOP STOP is excited for the return of this amazing and intimate duo! Natalie Cressman, the rising singer/songwriter and DownBeat rising star trombonist is joined by frequent collaborator, the...
Oct
16
Music Instruction
Exploring Disney's Animated Musicals
Thursday, October 16
Music Instruction
What makes an animated musical sing? Come explore that question in our four-part series on the history and development of Walt Disney Animation Studios' musicals. Explore the evolution of the genre...
Oct
17
Music Instruction Early Childhood Music Therapy
TMS Fall Family Stroll
Friday, October 17
Music Instruction Early Childhood Music Therapy
You're invited to Candy & Costumes at our place! TMS will host our Fall Family Stroll on Friday, October 17th from 5:30 - 7pm, offering treats, instrument discovery and interactive...
Oct
17
BOP STOP
Jazz Jam Session @ BOP STOP
Friday, October 17
BOP STOP
We welcome you to join us for our famous jazz jam session. Bring your instrument and call a tune! Our house band is organized by Cleveland based trumpeter, Garrett Folger. These...
Oct
18
Music Instruction Early Childhood Music Therapy
Yay! Fall Fun
Presented by University Circle, Inc.
Saturday, October 18
Music Instruction Early Childhood Music Therapy
Bring the whole family to Wade Oval for an afternoon packed with FREE, fall-themed activities, presented by University Circle Inc. From a spook-tacular Costume Parade to hands-on educational zones, live...
Oct
18
Music Instruction
Student Recital #1 2025-26
Free and open to the public
Saturday, October 18
Music Instruction
Oct
21
Early Childhood
Early Childhood Picture Day for Ohio City Students
Tuesday, October 21
Early Childhood
Picture day information and order forms will go home with each student. Please send in your backdrop preferences prior to picture day.
Oct
22
Early Childhood
Early Childhood Picture Day for Ohio City Students
Wednesday, October 22
Early Childhood
Picture day information and order forms will go home with each student. Please send in your backdrop preferences prior to picture day.
Oct
22
BOP STOP
Surge Quartet @ BOP STOP
Presented in Partnership with New Ghosts
Wednesday, October 22
BOP STOP
Tickets for tonight are $20 each (a $2 per ticket processing fee will be added to your purchase). This event will also be livestreamed on BOP STOP's Youtube Channel at showtime....
Oct
25
Music Instruction
Suzuki Recital 10/ 18/25
(2025 - 2056 season)
Saturday, October 25
Music Instruction
Oct
25
BOP STOP
Blue Lunch @ BOP STOP
Special Guest: Tim Longfellow
Saturday, October 25
BOP STOP
Blue Lunch returns to the BOP STOP for an evening of classic and original soul, blues, and jazz. Tickets to attend in person are $20 each in advance, $25 day...
Oct
25
Music Instruction
Intro to Suzuki
Saturday, October 25 to Saturday, December 13, 2025
Music Instruction
Start your child on the path to lifelong musicianship! Designed for children ages 4-6, our Intro to Suzuki course is both a parent education and musical enrichment course. This course will...
Oct
30
BOP STOP
Third Law Collective @ BOP STOP
Featuring new music by area composers!
Thursday, October 30
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 Garrett Folger, Dan...
Oct
30
Music Instruction
Exploring Disney's Animated Musicals
Thursday, October 30
Music Instruction
What makes an animated musical sing? Come explore that question in our four-part series on the history and development of Walt Disney Animation Studios' musicals. Explore the evolution of the genre...
Oct
31
Early Childhood
Parent Teacher Conferences
Friday, October 31
Early Childhood
No school for students today. Teachers will have communicated with parents via email or School Status Connect on how to sign up for your child's conference time slot.