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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.


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Popular Music Theory Courses and Certifications


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Using Sensors With Your Raspberry Pi

    Skills you'll gain: Electronics, Systems Of Measurement, Digital Signal Processing, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Statistical Methods, NumPy, Real Time Data, Open Source Technology, Mathematical Modeling

    4.8
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    28DIGITAL

    System Validation (4): Modelling Software, Protocols, and other behaviour

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Analysis, Communication Systems, Verification And Validation, System Design and Implementation, Data Modeling, Software Design, Software Architecture, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Protocols, Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

    Building Your Career as a Professional Singer

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Music Performance, Entrepreneurship, Event Management, Leadership, Booking (Sales), Professional Networking, Verbal Communication Skills, Professional Development, Presentations, Goal Setting

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fudan University

    导演思维:微影人的自我修养

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Cinematography, Storytelling, Personal Development, Creative Thinking, Aesthetics, Writing, Creativity, Self-Awareness, Editing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    47 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Principles of Economics: Microeconomics - Down to Business

    Skills you'll gain: Business Economics, Market Dynamics, Economics, Game Theory, Supply And Demand, Operating Cost, Cost Benefit Analysis, Market Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Decision Making

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    离散优化建模基础篇 Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Enterprise Modeling, Network Model, Statistical Modeling, Combinatorics, Functional Design, Mathematical Software, Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Data Structures, Debugging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Big Data Foundations with Hadoop and Spark

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Real Time Data, Scala Programming, Data Integration, Command-Line Interface, Apache Hive, Big Data, Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Apache, System Design and Implementation, Apache Cassandra, Data Pipelines, Java, Distributed Computing, IntelliJ IDEA, Application Deployment, Enterprise Application Management

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Learning Experience Design: Theories and Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Course Development, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Brainstorming, Design, Needs Assessment, Motivational Skills, Prototyping, Creative Thinking, Student-Centred Learning, Analysis, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Building Web Pages with HTML & CSS

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Version Control, Git (Version Control System), HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Cloud Hosting, Debugging, Semantic Web, Web Analytics and SEO, Responsive Web Design

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Systematic Creative Thinking: Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Creativity, Design Thinking, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    62 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    ODS y sostenibilidad: una mirada desde los colegios

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Environment, Teaching, Student Engagement, Systems Thinking, Case Studies, Higher Education, Curriculum Planning, Social Studies, Community Development, Instructional Strategies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Generative AI: Impact on Business and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Responsible AI, Social Impact, Business Risk Management, Business Operations, Risk Analysis, Operations, Generative AI, AI Security, Safety Assurance, Social Sciences, Environmental Issue, Governance, Leadership and Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Using Sensors With Your Raspberry Pi: Johns Hopkins University
  • System Validation (4): Modelling Software, Protocols, and other behaviour: 28DIGITAL
  • Building Your Career as a Professional Singer: Berklee
  • 导演思维:微影人的自我修养: Fudan University
  • Principles of Economics: Microeconomics - Down to Business: Rice University
  • 离散优化建模基础篇 Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Big Data Foundations with Hadoop and Spark: Packt
  • Learning Experience Design: Theories and Frameworks: University of Michigan
  • Building Web Pages with HTML & CSS: University of Washington
  • Systematic Creative Thinking: Tools for Success: Imperial College London

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