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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.
Music Instruction 
Music Instruction
From children as young as four years old to adults, retirees, and beyond, we help our students achieve their musical goals in a variety of settings.
A Suzuki piano duo performs at Cleveland State University.
Our Adult Orchestra is open to musicians of varied skill levels.
Interested in private lessons, small-group lessons, singing, or orchestra opportunities? We have all that and more. The Center for Music is special not only for its experienced teaching faculty and the instrument lessons available, but also for the musical genres, styles, and specialties offered.
- Our Suzuki program starts children as young as 4 on the path to lifelong musicianship.
- Jazz at the Music Settlement (J@MS) teaches musicianship to students, plus the theory and history behind this true American art form.
- Our Rock & Pop Band covers multiple genres of music and concludes each semester with a live rock concert at a local music venue.
- Ensemble opportunities help young and mature musicians alike build not only skills but community by playing or singing music with others.
- Creative Aging programs provide music, movement, and community to adults, open to beginners and up.
Private music instruction provides opportunities for development, growth, and expression.
You are never too young or too old to take music lessons at The Music Settlement. Music keeps us sharp, encourages healthy brain function, and breeds fearlessness. Call 216-428-5806 ext. 100 or register online today and start — or continue! — your musical journey.
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Lessons & Classes
With over 75 unique program offerings, we deliver a spectrum of first-class music instruction and programming to students of all ages and abilities.
Enrollment & Aid
Enroll today in private music lessons, group music classes, ensembles, orchestras, and more. Plus, learn about merit scholarships, financial aid, and hardship.
Welcome Packet
From account details to building access, here's all the basic information you need to get started as a Center for Music student.
Faculty
Meet the talented faculty of our Center for Music.
Outreach
Bring The Music Settlement to your school, business, or organization with customizable and engaging programming for all ages and skill levels.
Resources
Download important forms, documents, and resources for the Center for Music Instruction.
FAQs
From costs to instruments, we’ve assembled frequently asked questions about the Center for Music Instruction.
Contact Us
Get in touch with the Center for Music. We welcome all questions via phone or email.
2019 - 2024
Awarded “Best Place for Children to Explore Music” (2024, 2023 finalist, 2020)
Awarded "Best Summer Camp/Program" (2022)
Awarded “Best Arts and Music Experience” (2022)
Finalist for “Best Children’s Music Class/Activity” (2019)
Finalist for "Best Place for a Parent and Me Activity/Class" (2024)
2015 - 2024
Awarded “Best Music Instruction” (2015 - 2019)
Finalist for "Best Music Instruction" (2020 - 2024)
"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.”