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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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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    离散数学

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Logical Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Operations Research, Network Model, Computer Networking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality

    Skills you'll gain: Hospitality, Climate Change Adaptation, Market Dynamics, Digital Transformation, Hotels and Accommodations, Sustainable Development, Travel Arrangements, Food Services, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Environmental Resource Management, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Consumer Behaviour, Supply And Demand

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Systems Thinking Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Systems Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Business Systems Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Critical Thinking, Organizational Change, Collaboration, Data Visualization

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Developing FPGA-accelerated cloud applications with SDAccel: Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Development, Amazon Web Services, Hardware Architecture, Cloud Applications, Performance Tuning, Computer Architecture, Development Environment, System Design and Implementation, Programming Principles

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    77 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Essential Causal Inference Techniques for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning Methods, R Programming, Statistical Inference, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling

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    Universidade Estadual de Campinas

    PRINCÍPIOS GERAIS DA TÉCNICA DO VIOLINO E DA VIOLA DE ARCO

    Skills you'll gain: Music Performance, Classical Music, Coordination

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Michigan State University

    Capstone: Create your own professional journalistic portfolio

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Journalism, Report Writing, Investigation, Research, Peer Review, Content Creation, Storytelling, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Collection, Writing, Multimedia

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Sydney

    Understanding the Australian economy: An introduction to macroeconomic and financial policies

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Financial Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Financial Regulation, Fiscal Management, International Finance, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Supply And Demand, Banking, Crisis Intervention

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    أسس القيادة اليومية

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Workplace inclusivity, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Organizational Effectiveness, Teamwork, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Change, Diversity and Inclusion

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Game Theory, Demography, Logical Reasoning, Applied Mathematics

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Fandom, Community, and Identity in Popular Music

    Skills you'll gain: Music, World Music, Case Studies, Culture, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Research, Analysis, Performing Arts, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Media and Communications, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Adobe Photoshop for Beginners: Generative AI Images

    Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Generative AI, Adobe Photoshop, Image Quality, Data Import/Export, Adobe Creative Cloud, Prompt Engineering, Editing, File Management, Graphic Design

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • 离散数学: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Introduction to Tourism and Hospitality: Universidad de Palermo
  • Systems Thinking Basics: Coursera
  • Developing FPGA-accelerated cloud applications with SDAccel: Theory: Politecnico di Milano
  • Essential Causal Inference Techniques for Data Science: Coursera
  • PRINCÍPIOS GERAIS DA TÉCNICA DO VIOLINO E DA VIOLA DE ARCO: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
  • Capstone: Create your own professional journalistic portfolio: Michigan State University
  • Understanding the Australian economy: An introduction to macroeconomic and financial policies: The University of Sydney
  • أسس القيادة اليومية: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation: Johns Hopkins University

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