Music appreciation courses can help you learn about musical genres, historical contexts, and the elements of music such as rhythm, melody, and harmony. You can build skills in active listening, critical analysis of compositions, and understanding the cultural significance of various styles. Many courses introduce tools like music notation software and audio editing programs, allowing you to explore how these skills are applied in creating and analyzing music, enhancing your overall appreciation and understanding of the art form.

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Instrumental Music, Music Performance
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Museum of Modern Art
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Thinking, Learning Styles, Learning Strategies, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Analytical Skills, Writing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Music, Media Production, Musical Composition, Instrumental Music, Editing, File Management, Peripheral Devices
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Post-Production, Video Editing, Video Production, Music, Editing, Storytelling, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Music Performance, Post-Production, Music, Media Production, Musical Composition, Music Theory, Editing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music, Music History, Classical Music, Creativity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Planning, Performance Measurement, Sales Presentations, Marketing Strategies, Music Performance, Goal Setting, Travel Arrangements, Customer Engagement, Content Marketing, Music, Marketing Channel, Event Management, Business Planning, Professional Networking, Talent Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Music Theory, Music Performance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Music History, World Music, Classical Music, Music, Music Theory, Music Performance, Musical Composition
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Art History, Music History, Liberal Arts, Music, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Pedagogy, Teaching, Public Affairs, Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Advocacy, Case Studies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Branding, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Marketing Design, Target Audience, Customer Insights, Marketing, Content Creation, User Research, Goal Setting, Promotional Strategies, Social Media, Persona Development, Marketing Strategies, Customer Analysis, Digital Marketing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Computer Programming, Program Development, Programming Principles, Python Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours