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Music Appreciation Courses

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.


Popular Music Appreciation Courses and Certifications


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    Dartmouth College

    Introduction to German Opera

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

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Tecnología musical con software libre: Proyecto final

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Open Source Technology, Digital Publishing, Creativity, Technical Documentation, Content Creation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    The American South: Its Stories, Music, and Art

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, Oral Expression, World History, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Performing Arts, Art History, Cultural Diversity

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    405 reviews

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Grabación y postproducción musical dentro y fuera del estudio

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Post-Production, Music, Media Production, Editing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    The Piano Sonata: Russian and 20th-21st Century Composers

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    University of Rochester

    The Music of the Rolling Stones, 1962-1974

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

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    172 reviews

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    Curtis Institute of Music

    Exploring Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas Part 2

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

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    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    Duke University

    Art of the MOOC: Experiments with Sound

    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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    77 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom

    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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Florida

    Music's Big Bang: The Genesis of Rock 'n' Roll

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, World Music, Culture

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    147 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Curtis Institute of Music

    Exploring Beethoven's Piano Sonatas Part 6

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

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    The Beauty of Kunqu Opera

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Performing Arts, Classical Music, Aesthetics, World Music, Music Performance, Music History, Art History, Storytelling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to German Opera: Dartmouth College
  • Tecnología musical con software libre: Proyecto final: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • The American South: Its Stories, Music, and Art: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Grabación y postproducción musical dentro y fuera del estudio: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • The Piano Sonata: Russian and 20th-21st Century Composers: University of Michigan
  • The Music of the Rolling Stones, 1962-1974: University of Rochester
  • Exploring Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas Part 2: Curtis Institute of Music
  • Art of the MOOC: Experiments with Sound: Duke University
  • Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom: Berklee
  • Music's Big Bang: The Genesis of Rock 'n' Roll: University of Florida

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