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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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    University of Amsterdam

    Reclaiming the Street for Livable Urban Spaces

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Advocacy, Transportation Operations, Change Management, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Innovation, Public Policies, Case Studies, Experimentation

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    Lund University

    Working for a sustainable future: concepts and approaches

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainability Standards, Policy Development, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Climate Change Programs, Innovation, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Mathematical Modeling, Governance, Geospatial Information and Technology

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    Board Infinity

    HR Competencies & Leadership for SHRM Exams Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Recruitment, Talent Recruitment, Professional Development, Virtual Teams, People Development, Cultural Diversity, Human Capital, Professional Networking, Team Building, Lifelong Learning, Innovation, Decision Making, Employee Onboarding, Change Management, Time Management, Learning Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Branding

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Specialty Topics: Biology Across Disciplines

    Skills you'll gain: Human Development, Biology, Child Development, Music, Decision Making, Liberal Arts, Education and Training, Psychology, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Business Economics, Clinical Trials

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    THINK GLOBAL: TEACHERS TRAINING COURSE (IDP-ICE)

    Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Intercultural Competence, Culture, Teaching, Training Programs, Cultural Diversity, Curriculum Planning, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Research, Research Methodologies, International Relations, Student-Centred Learning, Pedagogy, Differentiated Instruction, Diversity Awareness, Sustainable Development

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    ما هي الإدارة ولماذا نحتاج إليها |What and Why of Management

    Skills you'll gain: Business Management, Leadership and Management, Business Administration, People Management, Performance Management, Organizational Structure, Organizational Effectiveness, Goal Setting, Administrative Support, Leadership, Human Resources

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Introducción a la sustentabilidad: hacia un futuro posible

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Sustainability Standards, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Impact, Community Development, World History

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    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Uncommon Sense Teaching: Part 2, Building Community and Habits of Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Critical Thinking, Classroom Management, Stress Management, Student Engagement, Differentiated Instruction, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Special Education, Learning Strategies, Learning Theory, Disabilities, Learning Styles

    4.9
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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Understanding Political Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Critical Thinking, Research, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Governance, Sociology, Interactive Learning, Research Methodologies

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    Duke University

    ART of the MOOC: Arte Público y Pedagogía

    Skills you'll gain: Pedagogy, Student Engagement, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Social Impact, Community Development, Art History, Higher Education, Creativity, Collaboration, Cultural Diversity

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Applied Calculus with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Graphing, Numerical Analysis, Python Programming, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Derivatives, Programming Principles

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    National Taiwan University

    實驗經濟學 (Experimental Economics: Behavioral Game Theory)

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Price Negotiation, Behavioral Economics, Experimentation, Social Sciences, Negotiation, Economics, Science and Research, Research Design, Decision Making, Market Dynamics, Peer Review, Strategic Decision-Making

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Reclaiming the Street for Livable Urban Spaces: University of Amsterdam
  • Working for a sustainable future: concepts and approaches: Lund University
  • HR Competencies & Leadership for SHRM Exams Prep: Board Infinity
  • Specialty Topics: Biology Across Disciplines: University of Colorado Boulder
  • THINK GLOBAL: TEACHERS TRAINING COURSE (IDP-ICE): Universitat de Barcelona
  • ما هي الإدارة ولماذا نحتاج إليها |What and Why of Management: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Introducción a la sustentabilidad: hacia un futuro posible: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Uncommon Sense Teaching: Part 2, Building Community and Habits of Learning: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Understanding Political Concepts: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • ART of the MOOC: Arte Público y Pedagogía : Duke University

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