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Music Theory Courses

Music theory courses can help you learn chord progressions, scales, rhythm, and harmony. You can build skills in reading sheet music, analyzing compositions, and creating original pieces. Many courses introduce tools like notation software and digital audio workstations, that support composing and arranging music. You'll also explore concepts such as counterpoint, form, and orchestration, allowing you to apply your knowledge in various musical genres and styles.


Popular Music Theory Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Launching Your Music Career

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Business Planning, Recruitment, Music Performance, Event Management, Portfolio Management, Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Performing Arts, Recruitment Strategies, Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Value Propositions, Growth Strategies, Marketing Strategies, Branding, Target Market

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universiteit Leiden

    International Law In Action: Investigating and Prosecuting International Crimes

    Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Legal Proceedings, Adjudication, Legal Strategy, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, International Relations, Appeals, Case Law, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Case Studies, Child Development

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    727 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Psicología

    Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Psychology, Human Learning, Learning Theory, Creativity, Human Development, Behavior Management, Neurology, Formal Learning, Self-Awareness, Applied Behavior Analysis, Education and Training, Student Engagement, Culture, Molecular Biology, Anatomy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Computational Thinking, Systems Thinking, Case Studies

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Brand New Brand

    Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Style Guides, Branding, Typography, Graphic and Visual Design, Brainstorming, Design Research, Layout Design, Adobe InDesign, Creativity, Adobe Photoshop, Color Theory, Design Elements And Principles

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Classroom Management, Teaching, Adaptability, Education and Training, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Adult Education, Student Engagement, Rapport Building, Professional Development, Learning Theory, Collaboration, Curriculum Development, Childhood Education and Development, Planning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    859 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Natural Language Processing, Big Data, AI Enablement, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Applied Machine Learning, Responsible AI, Analytics, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    687 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    计算导论与C语言基础

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Computer Science, Computer Architecture, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Algorithms, Emerging Technologies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    IE Business School

    Understanding economic policymaking

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Public Policies, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Tax, International Finance, Policy Analysis, Crisis Management, Fiscal Management, Financial Systems, Supply And Demand, Financial Market

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Science Matters: Let's Talk About COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Infectious Diseases, Community Health, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Health Systems, Socioeconomics, Health Policy, Emergency Response, Patient Evaluation, Immunology, Diagnostic Tests, Microbiology, Media and Communications, Molecular Biology, Pathology

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    221 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Culture-Driven Team Building

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Programs, Team Building, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Team Management, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Goal Setting, Intercultural Competence, Emotional Intelligence, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Workplace inclusivity, Systems Thinking, Team Motivation, Presentations, Cognitive flexibility, Culture, Case Studies, Collaboration, Cultural Diversity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Portfolio Selection and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Portfolio Risk, Investment Management, Investments, Financial Market, Risk Management, Finance, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Correlation Analysis, Decision Making, Quantitative Research, Variance Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    630 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Ecosystem Services: a Method for Sustainable Development

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Geographic Information Systems, Environment, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Spatial Analysis, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Hydrology, Economics, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    738 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Launching Your Music Career: University of Colorado Boulder
  • International Law In Action: Investigating and Prosecuting International Crimes: Universiteit Leiden
  • Psicología: Universidad de Palermo
  • Brand New Brand: California Institute of the Arts
  • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Introduction: Commonwealth Education Trust
  • Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and Ethics: University of California, Davis
  • 计算导论与C语言基础: Peking University
  • Understanding economic policymaking: IE Business School
  • Science Matters: Let's Talk About COVID-19: Imperial College London
  • Culture-Driven Team Building: University of Pennsylvania

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