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.

Universitat Pompeu Fabra of Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Digital Signal Processing, Music, Open Source Technology, Python Programming, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, NumPy, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Peer Review, Media Production, Music Performance, Instrumental Music, Storytelling, Post-Production, Writing, Editing, Oral Expression, Timelines, Creativity, File Management, System Configuration
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Instrumental Music, Music Theory, Music, Classical Music, Creativity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Theoretical Computer Science, Telecommunications, Information Management, Probability, Probability Distribution, Linear Algebra, Digital Signal Processing, Algorithms
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: File Management, Musical Composition, Music, Media Production, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Automation, Editing, Technical Support, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

West Virginia University
Skills you'll gain: Music, Music History, Intellectual Property, Consumer Behaviour, Event Management, Live Streaming, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Production Process, Digital Transformation, Promotional Strategies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Florida
Skills you'll gain: Journals, Music, Performing Arts, Mindfulness, Empowerment, Storytelling, Personal Development, Liberal Arts, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Writing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, World Music, Disabilities, Music History, Social Justice, Performing Arts, Community Organizing, Liberal Arts, Interactive Learning, Peer Review, Musical Composition, Cultural Diversity, Aesthetics, Music, Music Theory, Art History, Sociology, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Classical Music, Music History, Musical Composition, Music, Instrumental Music, Music Performance
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Post-Production, Instrumental Music, Media Production, Creativity, Editing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Editing, Peer Review, Music, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months