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.

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Open Source Technology, Digital Publishing, Creativity, Technical Documentation, Content Creation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, Oral Expression, World History, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Performing Arts, Art History, Cultural Diversity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Post-Production, Music, Media Production, Editing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

University of Rochester
Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, Instrumental Music, Musical Composition
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Curtis Institute of Music
Skills you'll gain: Classical Music, Music Theory, Music, Music History, Musical Composition
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: World Music, Music History, Music, Musical Composition, Music Theory, Multimedia, Public Affairs, Performing Arts, Music Performance, Electronic Media, Liberal Arts, Experimentation, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Education Software and Technology, Music Theory, Teaching, Classroom Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Active Listening, Creativity, Constructive Feedback, Teamwork, Collaboration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Florida
Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, World Music, Culture
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Curtis Institute of Music
Skills you'll gain: Classical Music, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music History, Music Performance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Case Western Reserve University
Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Leadership, Organizational Change, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Culture Transformation, Case Studies, Business Transformation, Change Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Stakeholder Engagement, Employee Engagement, Storytelling, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Interviewing Skills, Psychology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Music, Performing Arts, Classical Music, Aesthetics, World Music, Music Performance, Music History, Art History, Storytelling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months