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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    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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    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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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Music Performance, Music, Music Theory, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Classical Music, Art History, Music History

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    695 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Curtis Institute of Music

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    118 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Nanjing University

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Classical Music, World Music, Social Studies, Cultural Sensitivity, Ancient History, Media and Communications, Art History, Language Learning, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Electronic Media, Intercultural Competence, Performing Arts, Anthropology, Sociology, Nutrition and Diet

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    527 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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    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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    Berklee

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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Curtis Institute of Music

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

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    48 reviews

    Intermediate · 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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    Curtis Institute of Music

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

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    167 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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