This course, revised in 2022, will introduce you to the theory of music, providing you with the skills needed to read and write Western music notation, as well as to understand, analyse, and listen informedly.
Fundamentals of Music Theory
Labor Day starts with $70+ in savings on Coursera Plus. Save 40% for 3 months.
Fundamentals of Music Theory
Instructors: Dr Thomas Butler
403,094 already enrolled
Included with Learn more
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
1,859 reviews
Beginner level
Recommended experience
Flexible schedule
1 week at 10 hours a week
Learn at your own pace
Skills you'll gain
Details to know
Shareable certificate
Add to your LinkedIn profile
Taught in English
95%
Most learners liked this course
See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills
There are 6 modules in this course
Instructors
Instructor ratings
(393 ratings)Offered by
Explore more from Music and Art
Michigan State University
California Institute of the Arts
Berklee
Why people choose Coursera for their career
Felipe M.
Learner since 2018
"To be able to take courses at my own pace and rhythm has been an amazing experience. I can learn whenever it fits my schedule and mood."
Jennifer J.
Learner since 2020
"I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my courses to an exciting new project at work."
Larry W.
Learner since 2021
"When I need courses on topics that my university doesn't offer, Coursera is one of the best places to go."
Chaitanya A.
"Learning isn't just about being better at your job: it's so much more than that. Coursera allows me to learn without limits."
Learner reviews
- 5 stars
71.82%
- 4 stars
17.36%
- 3 stars
4.78%
- 2 stars
3.22%
- 1 star
2.79%
Showing 3 of 1859
PO
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2020
Interesting course I really learn alot about fundamentals on music theory and it's application, yes it was indeed a tough program but the more attention you give the easier it's gets.
JD
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2021
The course was very good and the instructors excellent. I played trumpet and bass so I was able to keep up in the beginning, but it became progressively more challenging. Well done.
M
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2016
If you don't know much about music theory, it's going to be pretty challenging, and still is reachable. You learn as much as you want with this courses. I'm glad I could finish it.
¹ Some assignments in this course are AI-graded. For these assignments, your data will be used in accordance with Coursera's Privacy Notice.