Musical Composition

Musical Composition is the art and science of creating original music, incorporating melody, harmony, rhythm, and orchestration. This skill involves knowledge of musical notation, theory, and instrumentation to develop compositions for various genres and ensembles. Composers craft works for live performance, film scoring, digital media, and other creative applications. Mastery of musical composition enhances artistic innovation, collaboration with performers, and the ability to convey emotions and narratives through sound.
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    University of Glasgow

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

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    California Institute of the Arts

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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    166 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    3K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Berklee

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Peer Review, Music, Music Performance, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1.6K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Berklee

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, File Management, Instrumental Music, Storytelling, Music Performance, Automation, Editing, Technical Support, Writing, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    2.1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Berklee

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Peer Review, Education Software and Technology, Instrumental Music, Teaching, Music Performance, Oral Expression, World Music, Media Production, Post-Production, Storytelling, Classroom Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Diversity, Creativity, Empowerment, Collaboration, Editing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    3K reviews

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    Berklee

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Performance, Music, Music Theory, Instrumental Music, File Management, Performing Arts, Media Production, Post-Production, Design Thinking, Creativity, Electronic Media, Design Software, Content Creation, Automation, Editing, Technical Support, System Requirements

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    2.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Berklee

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Music Performance, Instrumental Music, Performing Arts, Coordination, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Berklee

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Music History, Music, Contract Negotiation, Musical Composition, Peer Review, Lawsuits, Negotiation, Media Production, Post-Production, Instrumental Music, Automation, Entrepreneurship, File Management, Business, Legal Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Digital Assets, Innovation, Storytelling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    5.3K reviews

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    Berklee

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    904 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    3.2K reviews

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    Berklee

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, File Management, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Self-Awareness, Verbal Communication Skills, Performing Arts, Automation, Editing, Technical Support, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    4.3K reviews

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