Music appreciation courses can help you learn about musical genres, historical contexts, and the elements of music such as rhythm, melody, and harmony. You can build skills in active listening, critical analysis of compositions, and understanding the cultural significance of various styles. Many courses introduce tools like music notation software and audio editing programs, allowing you to explore how these skills are applied in creating and analyzing music, enhancing your overall appreciation and understanding of the art form.

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Classical Music, Music History, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, World Music
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Instrumental Music, Post-Production, Media Production, Editing, Creativity, System Configuration
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Classical Music, Musical Composition
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

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

Universitat Pompeu Fabra of Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Music, Music Theory, Open Source Technology, Data Analysis Software, Python Programming, NumPy, Computer Programming Tools, Plot (Graphics)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music, Peer Review, Music Performance, Post-Production, Media Production, Storytelling, Editing, Organizational Skills, Writing, Technology Solutions
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Post-Production, Music, Peer Review, Media Production, Music Performance, Editing, Timelines
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Journals, Music Theory, Music, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Creativity, Coordination
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Peer Review, Brand Strategy, Professional Networking, Social Media, Branding, Production Planning, Sustainable Business, Music Performance, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Media Production, Campaign Management, Instrumental Music, Automation, Marketing, Entrepreneurship
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music, World Music, Peer Review, Music History, Music Performance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months