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.

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, File Management, Music, Music Performance, Musical Composition, Instrumental Music, Editing, Self-Awareness, Performing Arts, digital literacy, Technical Support, Creativity
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

The Museum of Modern Art
Skills you'll gain: Photography, Art History, Aesthetics, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Public History, Storytelling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

Deep Teaching Solutions
Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Lifelong Learning, Time Management, Productivity, Willingness To Learn, Quick Learning, Growth Mindedness, Mental Concentration, Persistence, Cognitive flexibility, Creativity, Overcoming Obstacles, Dealing With Ambiguity, Adaptability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Editing, Peer Review, Music, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Art History, Color Theory, World Music, Peer Review, Aesthetics, Disabilities, Music History, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Liberal Arts, Musical Composition, Cultural Diversity, Community Organizing, Social Sciences, Music, Music Theory, Sociology, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Typography, Graphic Design, Design Elements And Principles, Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe Photoshop, Logo Design, Photography, Brand Strategy, Photo Editing, Layout Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Branding, Color Theory, Adobe InDesign, Design, Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Creative Design, Art History, Style Guides
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

The Museum of Modern Art
Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Aesthetics, Design, Art History, Sustainability Standards, Research, Non-Verbal Communication, Creativity, World History, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Instrumental Music, Music, Music Performance, Storytelling
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: File Management, Musical Composition, Music, Editing, Music Performance, digital literacy, Technical Support, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Museum of Modern Art
Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Art History, Electronic Media, Aesthetics, Creativity, Design, Liberal Arts, Content Creation, Multimedia, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Environmental Issue, Social Justice
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months