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Guitar Courses

Guitar courses can help you learn chord progressions, strumming patterns, fingerpicking techniques, and music theory basics. You can build skills in improvisation, songwriting, and playing by ear, allowing for greater creativity and expression. Many courses introduce tools like tablature, metronomes, and digital audio workstations, which enhance practice routines and support recording projects.

Popular Guitar Courses and Certifications


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    Berklee

    Desenvolvendo sua musicalidade

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

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Florida

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

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

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    147 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    New York University

    Richard Schechner's Introduction to Performance Studies

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Art History, Peer Review, World History, Intercultural Competence, Liberal Arts, Culture, Music, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Anthropology, Media and Communications, Electronic Media

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    83 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    GRAMMY GO

    The Art and Science of Producing Vocals and Instruments

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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Exploratorium

    Tinkering Fundamentals: Circuits

    Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Course Development, Creativity, Design Strategies, Basic Electrical Systems, Experimentation, Design, Computational Thinking, Creative Design, Aesthetics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Building Your Artistic Brand

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Market Research, Branding, Target Audience, Target Market, Social Media, Driving engagement, Social Media Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Web Presence, Market Analysis, Marketing, Brand Management, Customer Engagement, Drive Engagement, Social Media Strategy, Integrated Marketing Communications, Newsletters, Performing Arts, Entrepreneurship

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    West Virginia University

    Today’s Music Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Music History, Intellectual Property, Music Performance, Performing Arts, Consumer Behaviour, Event Management, Events and Conferences, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Production Process, Regulatory Compliance, Digital Transformation, Promotional Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    126 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SAE Institute México

    Introducción a la Producción y Apreciación musical

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

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Launching Your Music Career

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Business Planning, Drive Engagement, Strategic Planning, Recruitment, Music Performance, Event Management, Portfolio Management, Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Performing Arts, Professional Networking, Web Presence, Value Propositions, Growth Strategies, Marketing Strategies, Promotional Strategies, Target Market

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Producción Musical y su Efecto en la Composición

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Music Theory, Music Performance, Post-Production, Media Production, Creativity, Coordination

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    525 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Korean Music, A Philosophical Exploration

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Music History, Music Theory, World Music, Classical Music, Aesthetics, Culture, Language Competency, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Promotional Materials Every Musician Needs

    Skills you'll gain: Photo/Video Production and Technology, Promotional Materials, Marketing Materials, Video Production, Videography, Web Presence, Promotional Strategies, Product Promotion, Writing, Photography, Layout Design, Copywriting, Business Writing, Music, Content Creation, Branding, Brand Management, Target Audience, Design Elements And Principles

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular guitar courses

  • Desenvolvendo sua musicalidade: Berklee
  • Music's Big Bang: The Genesis of Rock 'n' Roll: University of Florida
  • Richard Schechner's Introduction to Performance Studies: New York University
  • The Art and Science of Producing Vocals and Instruments: GRAMMY GO
  • Tinkering Fundamentals: Circuits: Exploratorium
  • Building Your Artistic Brand: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Today’s Music Industry: West Virginia University
  • Introducción a la Producción y Apreciación musical: SAE Institute México
  • Launching Your Music Career: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Producción Musical y su Efecto en la Composición: Berklee

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