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Piano Theory Courses

Piano theory courses can help you learn chord progressions, scales, harmony, and rhythm patterns. You can build skills in reading sheet music, ear training, and improvisation techniques. Many courses introduce tools like digital audio workstations and notation software, which enhance your ability to compose and arrange music effectively.


Popular Piano Theory Courses and Certifications


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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Intimacy of Creativity: Entering the Minds of Composers

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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

    Electronic Music Performance Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Music Performance, Musical Composition, Music Theory, Instrumental Music, Performing Arts, Music, Electronic Media

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Curtis Institute of Music

    Exploring Beethoven's Piano Sonatas Part 5

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

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    48 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    The Theory of the Firm

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Economics, Business Operations, Supply And Demand, Price Negotiation, Business Strategy, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    20世纪西方音乐 Western Music in the 20th Century

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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Beginner · 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, Aesthetics, Culture, Cultural Diversity

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Linear Algebra, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Computational Logic, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Computer Science, Algebra, Physics

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    59 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Game-Theoretic Solution Concept with Spreadsheets

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Spreadsheet Software

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    65 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Berklee

    The Art of Vocal Production

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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    372 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

    Developing Your Musicianship: Final Project

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    115 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Curtis Institute of Music

    Exploring Beethoven's Piano Sonatas Part 3

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    118 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Games without Chance: Combinatorial Game Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Combinatorics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Computational Logic, Mathematical Modeling

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    211 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Intimacy of Creativity: Entering the Minds of Composers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Electronic Music Performance Techniques: Berklee
  • Exploring Beethoven's Piano Sonatas Part 5: Curtis Institute of Music
  • The Theory of the Firm: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • 20世纪西方音乐 Western Music in the 20th Century: Peking University
  • Korean Music, A Philosophical Exploration: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials: Packt
  • Game-Theoretic Solution Concept with Spreadsheets: Coursera
  • The Art of Vocal Production: Berklee
  • Developing Your Musicianship: Final Project: Berklee

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