Classical Music

Classical Music is the specialized study and practice of Western musical traditions that span from the medieval period to modern times. This skill involves understanding compositional structures, harmonic progressions, and historical contexts that define classical music. Musicians, composers, and musicologists analyze and interpret works from key periods such as the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic eras. Mastery of classical music enhances artistic expression, technical proficiency, and cultural appreciation, making it essential for performers, educators, and historians.
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    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Choral Music, Music Performance, Instrumental Music, Music, Classical Music, Coordination, Oral Expression

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    419 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    51 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Performing Arts, Classical Music, Aesthetics, World Music, Music Performance, Music History, Art History, Storytelling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    205 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northwestern University

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Classical Music, Lecturing, Coordination

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    209 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    78 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, Classical Music, Music, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music Performance, Performing Arts

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidade Estadual de Campinas

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    77 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Emory University

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music History, Music, World Music, Classical Music, Instrumental Music, Performing Arts, Music Performance

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    110 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Music History, Music Theory, World Music, Classical Music, Aesthetics, Culture, Cultural Diversity

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music History, Musical Composition, Music, Classical Music, Music Performance, Performing Arts

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Curtis Institute of Music

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    65 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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