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.

The University of Melbourne
Skills you'll gain: Music, World Music, Cultural Diversity, Health Promotion, Social Impact, Rehabilitation, Community Development, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Neurology
★ 4.7 (180) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Post-Production, Music, Musical Composition, Peer Review, Media Production, Music Performance, Instrumental Music, Automation, Editing, File Management, Collaborative Software, Digital Signal Processing, Writing, Timelines, Coordination, Data Import/Export, Computer Hardware, Electronic Media
★ 4.8 (3.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Universidad de Palermo
Skills you'll gain: Art History, Aesthetics, Ancient History, World History, Liberal Arts, Culture, Social Studies, European History, Mathematics Education, Socioeconomics, Creativity, Social Impact
★ 4.7 (763) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Music, Musical Composition, Peer Review, Post-Production, Media Production, Writing
★ 4.8 (2.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Music History, Intellectual Property, Contract Negotiation, Music, Contract Review, Registration, Negotiation, Entrepreneurship, Business, Business Management, Legal Risk, Innovation, Revenue Management, Digital Content, Digital Transformation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance
★ 4.9 (2.7K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Developing Training Materials, Instrumental Music, Peer Review, Education Software and Technology, Music Performance, Teaching, Classroom Management, Performing Arts, Storytelling, Digital pedagogy, Cultural Responsiveness, Post-Production, Media Production, Active Listening, Writing, Creativity, Empowerment
★ 4.8 (3K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Music Performance, Peer Review, Instrumental Music, Performing Arts
★ 4.8 (1.7K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, European History, World History, Art History, Liberal Arts, Social Studies, Political Sciences, International Relations, Anthropology, Governance
★ 4.7 (2.1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Marketing, Drive Engagement, Driving engagement, Content Development and Management, Marketing Budgets, Brand Marketing, Paid media, Digital Media Strategy, Professional Networking, Branding, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Budget Management, Promotions and Campaigns, Creative Design, Digital Marketing, Promotional Strategies, Social Media Strategy, Media Strategy, Customer Analysis
★ 4.7 (23) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Health Care, General Medicine, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Culture, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures, World History, Public Health, Infectious Diseases
★ 4.7 (86) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Public Relations, Marketing and Public Relations, Media Relations, Marketing Management, Marketing, Music, Marketing Materials, Event Management, Marketing Planning, Branding, Event Marketing, Social Media Management, Brand Management, Promotional Strategies, Fiscal Management, Marketing Budgets, Business Marketing, Revenue Management, Financial Planning, Music History
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Music, Active Listening, Musical Composition, Choral Music, Instrumental Music, Mindfulness, Meditation & Breathwork, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, World Music, Personal Care, Mental Health, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience
★ 4.5 (335) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks