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Music Theory Courses

Music theory courses can help you learn chord progressions, scales, rhythm, and harmony. You can build skills in reading sheet music, analyzing compositions, and creating original pieces. Many courses introduce tools like notation software and digital audio workstations, that support composing and arranging music. You'll also explore concepts such as counterpoint, form, and orchestration, allowing you to apply your knowledge in various musical genres and styles.


Popular Music Theory Courses and Certifications


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    New York University

    Richard Schechner's Introduction to Performance Studies

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

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    83 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Diagnosing Health Behaviors for Global Health Programs

    Skills you'll gain: Health Promotion, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Health Education, Cultural Sensitivity, Public Health, Health Policy, Community Health, Social Sciences, Program Evaluation, Learning Theory

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    95 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Market and Competition in Pricing Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Product Lifecycle Management, Competitive Analysis, Target Market, Market Share, Business Strategy, Marketing, Value Propositions, Game Theory, Consumer Behaviour, Strategic Partnership, New Business Development, Regulation and Legal Compliance

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    235 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Leadership and organizational behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Stress Management, Leadership, Influencing, Motivational Skills, Leadership Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Job Analysis, Strategic Leadership, Business Ethics, Employee Engagement, Persuasive Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Professional Networking, Empowerment

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    206 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Digital Signal Processing 4: Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Signal Processing, Digital Communications, Communication Systems, Image Analysis, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems, Electronics, Algorithms

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    83 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    經濟學概論:誘因與市場(Introduction to Economics: Incentive and Markets)

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Socioeconomics, Market Data, Tax, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Decision Making

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    248 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Chimpanzee Behavior and Conservation

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Advocacy, Research, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Data Collection, Social Network Analysis, Anthropology, Human Development, Nutrition and Diet, Environmental Issue, Biology

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Emory University

    Introduction to Social Media Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Analytics, Text Mining, Consumer Behaviour, Data Mining, Social Network Analysis, Customer Insights, Market Analysis, Unstructured Data, Trend Analysis, Research

    4.3
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    111 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Theatre and Globalization

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Culture, International Relations, World History, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Social Studies, Intercultural Competence, Music History, Public History, European History, Media and Communications, Multimedia, Research, Economics, Business Management

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Columbia University

    Camera and Imaging

    Skills you'll gain: Image Quality, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Photography, Color Theory, Computer Graphics, Digital Signal Processing, Semiconductors, Algorithms

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    157 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Liderazgo y Desarrollo Personal

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Diversity and Inclusion, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Diversity Awareness, Leadership, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Change, Communication, Telecommuting, Customer Engagement

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

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    Infosec

    Blockchain Security

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Network Security, Security Engineering, Computer Security, Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Secure Coding, Encryption, Vulnerability Assessments, Key Management, Scalability, Distributed Computing, Data Integrity, Exploitation techniques, Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    83 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Richard Schechner's Introduction to Performance Studies : New York University
  • Diagnosing Health Behaviors for Global Health Programs: Johns Hopkins University
  • Market and Competition in Pricing Strategy: University of Virginia
  • Leadership and organizational behavior: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Digital Signal Processing 4: Applications: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • 經濟學概論:誘因與市場(Introduction to Economics: Incentive and Markets): National Taiwan University
  • Chimpanzee Behavior and Conservation: Duke University
  • Introduction to Social Media Analytics: Emory University
  • Theatre and Globalization: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Camera and Imaging: Columbia University

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