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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


  • G

    GRAMMY GO

    Strategies for Audience Growth and Promoting Music Brands

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Marketing, Drive Engagement, Driving engagement, Content Development and Management, Marketing Budgets, Paid media, Digital Media Strategy, Media Strategy, Brand Marketing, Content Strategy, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Analytics, Media Planning, Customer Engagement, Promotions and Campaigns, Shared Media, Marketing Effectiveness, Content Marketing, Brand Awareness, Strategic Partnership

    4.9 stars, 7 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Introduction to German Opera

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music History, Musical Composition, Music, Classical Music, Instrumental Music, Performing Arts, Storytelling

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    Ideas from the History of Graphic Design

    Skills you'll gain: Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Style Guides, Art History, Design Elements And Principles, Design, Layout Design, Visual Design, Logo Design, Design Reviews, Research and Design, Design Research

    4.7 stars, 2.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (2.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Understanding the Music Business: What is Music Worth?

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Market Opportunities, Music Performance, Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Intellectual Property, Performing Arts, Marketing and Public Relations, Digital Transformation, Marketing, Music History, Innovation, Business Modeling, Revenue Management, Media and Communications, Business Ethics, Event Management, Media Production, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Compensation Management

    4.5 stars, 147 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (147) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • T

    The Museum of Modern Art

    透过摄影看世界

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Aesthetics, Public History, Art History, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Liberal Arts

    4.8 stars, 102 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (102) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    崑曲之美

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Music Performance, Music, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Art History, Music History

    4.9 stars, 708 reviews, Beginner, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (708) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    History of Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Computer Graphics, Culture, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Public History, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Diversity Awareness, Case Studies, Innovation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Introducción a la producción musical

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Post-Production, Media Production, Musical Composition, Music History, Multimedia, Digital Publishing, Creativity, Editing

    4.9 stars, 192 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (192) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    The Piano Sonata: Origins to Mozart

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

    4.9 stars, 30 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (30) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Berklee

    Copyright Law in the Music Business

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Lawsuits, Court Systems, Music, Litigation and Civil Justice, Musical Composition, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Digital Assets, Case Law

    4.8 stars, 720 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (720) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Berklee

    Electronic Music Performance Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Music Performance, Musical Composition, Performing Arts, Music Theory, Music, Instrumental Music, Creativity

    4 stars, 32 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4 (32) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    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 stars, 88 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (88) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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