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: Musical Composition, Music, Music Theory, Digital Design, Instrumental Music, Performance Tuning, Programming Principles, Interoperability, Development Environment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    37 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    524 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, Performing Arts, Music, Music Performance, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Art History, Multimedia, Liberal Arts, Vibrations, Psychology, Experimentation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    285 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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    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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    GRAMMY GO

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

    Beginner · 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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    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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    Berklee

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Peer Review, Media Production, Post-Production, Music Performance, Music Theory, Timelines, Editing

    Intermediate · 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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    Duke University

    Skills you'll gain: World Music, Music History, Music, Musical Composition, Music Theory, Multimedia, Public Affairs, Performing Arts, Music Performance, Electronic Media, Liberal Arts, Experimentation, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    77 reviews

    Beginner · 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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