Music Instruction 
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.
Ensembles
Ensembles
Adult Beginner Steel Drum Ensemble
Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 weeks
The Adult Beginner Steel Drum Ensemble is for students who are new to the instrument and want to play in a group setting.
Adult Intermediate Steel Drum Ensemble
Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 weeks
For experienced steel drum students who are ready to move to the next level of music performance in a steel band.
Adult Orchestra
Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks (6 Days in Summer)
This is a great opportunity for those who may have played previously in life to get back in the game!
Chamber Ensemble
Age: 7 - 18 | Session Length: 15 weeks
New for 2026! Discover the joy of collaborative music-making in a supportive, encouraging environment.
Champagne Flutes
Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
A small ensemble geared toward intermediate level adult flutists who want to enhance their chamber music skills.
Cleveland Cello Collective
Age: 12 and up | Session Length: 1 Day
In collaboration with the Cleveland Cello Society, this workshop is for cellists to gather for a fulfilling afternoon of ensemble playing.
Cleveland Pops Youth Orchestra
Age: 11 - 18 | Session Length: 30 Weeks
In partnership with the renowned Cleveland Pops Orchestra, this ensemble nurtures and trains young musicians to reach their full artistic potential.
Flautrageous Flute Choir
Age: 15+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Our largest flute choir, participants have the opportunity to play all members of the flute family.
Harp Ensemble
Age: 16+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Come play the harp together, embracing folk, Celtic, Renaissance, and traditional music.
Junior Steel Drum Ensemble
Age: 10 - 18 | Session Length: 15 weeks
New for 2026! Dive into the colorful world of Caribbean music learning to play the steel drum!
Musical Mix and Mingle
Age: 16+ | Session Length: One Day
Come join us for a social afternoon of chamber music making. Open to strings, winds, and piano.
Old-Time Jam
Age: 12+ | Session Length: One Day
Learn and share folk tunes by ear at this monthly informal session for acoustic strings.
Rock & Pop Band
Age: 10 - 18 | Session Length: 15 Weeks
Now in Ohio City, our redesigned Rock & Pop Band gives your musicians the chance to explore specific genres and create original music together.
The Settlement Singers
Age: 18+ | Session Length: 15 Weeks (6 Days in Summer)
The Settlement Singers is a co-ed ensemble for adults interested in expressing themselves through music.
"I 100% believe that TMS is the best music schoolhouse for kids ever in greater Cleveland/Akron. I have many memories and great experiences with TMS. You all are my favorite group of people who have a passion for reaching out to kids and families through music in Cleveland.”