Music Theory

Music Theory is the study of musical structure, notation, and principles to understand composition and performance. This skill involves knowledge of harmony, rhythm, melody, and form, as well as the ability to analyze and interpret musical works. Music theory is essential for composers, musicians, and educators to create, perform, and teach music effectively. Developing this skill enhances musicianship and the ability to communicate musical ideas clearly.
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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Post-Production, Media Production, Musical Composition, Music History, Digital Publishing, Software Installation, Creativity, Editing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    190 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    41 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Music Theory, Storytelling, Writing, Creativity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    177 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SAE Institute México

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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Pompeu Fabra of Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Music Theory, Open Source Technology, Data Analysis Software, Python Programming, NumPy, Numerical Analysis, Computer Programming Tools

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    294 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music, Instrumental Music, Writing, Creativity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    81 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SAE Institute México

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music, Post-Production, Media Production

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    9 reviews

    Beginner · 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
    52 reviews

    Beginner · 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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    GRAMMY GO

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Instrumental Music, Post-Production, Media Production, Editing, Creativity

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

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

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Media Production, Music Performance, Post-Production, Creativity, Storytelling, Instrumental Music, Writing, Peer Review, File Management, Editing, Automation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    782 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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