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Music History Courses

Music history courses can help you learn about different musical genres, influential composers, and the cultural contexts that shaped various musical movements. You can build skills in analyzing musical scores, understanding historical trends, and discussing the impact of music on society. Many courses introduce tools like music notation software and audio editing programs, which can enhance your ability to create and critique music while applying historical insights to contemporary compositions.


Popular Music History Courses and Certifications


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    University of Houston

    A Brief History of Human Spaceflight

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Global Positioning Systems, Human Factors, Timelines, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, European History, Physical Science, Experimentation, Radiation Protection

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    GRAMMY GO

    The Art and Science of Producing Vocals and Instruments

    Skills you'll gain: Instrumental Music, Music, Musical Composition, Media Production, Post-Production, Music Theory, Editing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Strategies for Success in your Music Career

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Professional Networking, Time Management, Prioritization, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Music, Professional Development, Relationship Building, Planning, Adaptability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Religious Transformation in Early China: the Period of Division

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, World History, Art History, Liberal Arts, Anthropology, Sociology, Storytelling

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Produção final do músico moderno

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Peer Review, Media Production, Post-Production, Timelines, Editing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Launching Your Music Career

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Business Planning, Professional Development, Business Management, Music Performance, Self-Starter, Growth Strategies, Entrepreneurship, Performing Arts, Self-Discipline, Target Market, Professional Networking, Marketing Planning, Value Propositions, Owned Media, Performance marketing, Marketing Strategies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yad Vashem

    Chosen Issues in Holocaust History

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, European History, World History, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Liberal Arts, Policy Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Proyecto final de Músico moderno

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Peer Review, Music, Music Theory, Music Performance, Media Production, Post-Production, Timelines

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Aplicaciones musicales con Arduino

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Components, Electronics, Hardware Design, Music, Embedded Systems, System Configuration, Digital Communications, Creative Design, Physics, Computer Programming

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Building Your Artistic Brand

    Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Market Research, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Promotional Strategies, Social Media Strategy, Branding, Brand Strategy, Marketing, Brand Awareness, Marketing Communications, Customer Engagement, Email Marketing, Entrepreneurship

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Fandom, Community, and Identity in Popular Music

    Skills you'll gain: Music, World Music, Case Studies, Culture, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Research, Analysis, Performing Arts, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Media and Communications, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Perspectivas de música colaborativa

    Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Music, Musical Composition, Aesthetics, Music History, Collaborative Software, Data Sharing, Creativity, Digital Publishing, Content Creation, Computer Programming Tools

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular music history courses

  • A Brief History of Human Spaceflight: University of Houston
  • The Art and Science of Producing Vocals and Instruments: GRAMMY GO
  • Strategies for Success in your Music Career: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Religious Transformation in Early China: the Period of Division: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Produção final do músico moderno: Berklee
  • Launching Your Music Career: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Chosen Issues in Holocaust History: Yad Vashem
  • Proyecto final de Músico moderno: Berklee
  • Aplicaciones musicales con Arduino: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Building Your Artistic Brand: University of Colorado Boulder

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