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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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    The University of Melbourne

    How Music Can Change Your Life

    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

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    Berklee

    Music Production

    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

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Historia del Arte a través del tiempo

    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

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    Berklee

    The Art of Music Production

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

    ★ 4.8 (2.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

    Music Business Foundations

    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

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    Berklee

    Music Education for Teachers

    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

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    Berklee

    Developing Your Musicianship

    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

    Status: Free Trial
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    Wesleyan University

    The Ancient Greeks

    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

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    GRAMMY GO

    Building Your Audience for Music Professionals

    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

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology

    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

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    Sage Publications

    Music Management, Marketing and PR

    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

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    Berklee

    Music for Wellness

    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

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

  • How Music Can Change Your Life: The University of Melbourne
  • Music Production: Berklee
  • Historia del Arte a través del tiempo: Universidad de Palermo
  • The Art of Music Production: Berklee
  • Music Business Foundations: Berklee
  • Music Education for Teachers: Berklee
  • Developing Your Musicianship: Berklee
  • The Ancient Greeks: Wesleyan University
  • Building Your Audience for Music Professionals: GRAMMY GO
  • The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology: University of California, Santa Cruz

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