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Music Composition Courses

Music composition courses can help you learn melody creation, harmony development, orchestration techniques, and the structure of various musical forms. You can build skills in arranging music for different ensembles, writing for specific instruments, and developing your unique voice as a composer. Many courses introduce software tools like Sibelius or Finale for notation, as well as digital audio workstations like Ableton Live or Logic Pro, that support producing and refining your compositions.

Popular Music Composition Courses and Certifications


  • B

    Berklee

    The Art of Vocal Production

    Skills you'll gain: Music Performance, Post-Production, Music, Media Production, Editing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    376 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    UI / UX Design

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Wireframing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Persona (User Experience), User Experience, Mockups, User Experience Design, Responsive Web Design, Web Design, UI/UX Strategy, User Interface (UI), Adobe XD, User Interface (UI) Design, Visual Design, Digital Design, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Graphic and Visual Design, User Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8.1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Art of the MOOC: Art, Culture, and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, World Music, Disabilities, Art History, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Music History, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Community Organizing, Liberal Arts, Interactive Learning, Peer Review, Cultural Diversity, Aesthetics, Music, Sociology, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    343 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    Introduction to Typography

    Skills you'll gain: Typography, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Layout Design, Design, Art History, Visual Design, Information Architecture, Design Elements And Principles, Design Strategies, Design Research, Peer Review, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Michigan State University

    Cameras, Exposure, and Photography

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Peer Review, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Image Quality, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5.3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Meta

    Advanced React

    Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), React.js, Web Development Tools, JavaScript Frameworks, Code Reusability, Application Programming Interface (API), Unit Testing, UI Components, Front-End Web Development, Software Design Patterns, Javascript, Development Environment, Context Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.5K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Check Template Branding

    Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Branding, Brand Management, Compliance Auditing, Brand Marketing, Auditing, Brand Awareness, Color Matching, Typography, Verification And Validation, Quality Assurance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The Museum of Modern Art

    Fashion as Design

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Aesthetics, Design, Social Studies, Art History, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Sustainability Standards, Non-Verbal Communication, Sociology, Creativity, 3D Modeling, World History, Social Impact

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Skillshare

    Wedding & Portrait Photography: Capture Perfect Moments

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Post-Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Creative Cloud, Image Quality, Visual Storytelling, Editing, Adaptability, Planning, Communication Strategies, File Management, Creativity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    The Pronunciation of American English

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, English Language, Language Learning, Language Competency, Grammar

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.3K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Learning How To Learn for Youth

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Lifelong Learning, Productivity, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Cognitive flexibility, Mental Concentration, Creative Thinking, Time Management, Stress Management, Personal Development, Neurology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Exploring Piano Literature: The Piano Sonata

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Classical Music, Music History, Musical Composition, Music, Instrumental Music, Music Performance

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    41 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • The Art of Vocal Production: Berklee
  • UI / UX Design: California Institute of the Arts
  • Art of the MOOC: Art, Culture, and Society: Duke University
  • Introduction to Typography: California Institute of the Arts
  • Cameras, Exposure, and Photography: Michigan State University
  • Advanced React: Meta
  • Check Template Branding : Coursera
  • Fashion as Design: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Wedding & Portrait Photography: Capture Perfect Moments: Skillshare
  • The Pronunciation of American English: University of California, Irvine

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