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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.


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Popular Music Theory Courses and Certifications


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    National Taiwan University

    唐詩新思路 (Tang Poetry)

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Ancient History, Art History, Psychology, Storytelling, Creativity, Writing

    4.9
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    619 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Real-Time Embedded Systems Theory and Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Software Design, Linux, System Design and Implementation, OS Process Management, C (Programming Language), Verification And Validation, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics

    4.2
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Diagnosing Health Behaviors for Global Health Programs

    Skills you'll gain: Health Promotion, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Health Education, Cultural Sensitivity, Public Health, Health Policy, Community Health, Social Sciences, Program Evaluation, Learning Theory

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    95 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Technical Support (IT) Case Studies and Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cybersecurity, Help Desk Support, System Support, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Customer Service, General Networking, Data Storage, Issue Tracking, Operating Systems

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    184 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Aspectos fundamentales de la gerencia

    Skills you'll gain: Staff Management, Business Management, People Management, Leadership and Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Leadership, Workforce Planning, Organizational Strategy, Decision Making, Goal Setting

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    735 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Impacts of the Environment on Global Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Occupational Health, Environmental Regulations, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Public Health, Health Equity, Environment, Environmental Laws, Environmental Policy, Health Systems, Sustainable Development, Health Disparities, Systems Thinking, Environment Health And Safety, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Social Determinants Of Health, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Science, Epidemiology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    287 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Researcher Management and Leadership Training

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Mentorship, Budget Management, Team Management, Project Accounting, People Management, Leadership and Management, Recruitment, Leadership, Professional Development, Resource Management, Coaching, Compliance Management, Goal Setting, Clinical Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    AI Workflow: Business Priorities and Data Ingestion

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Data Science, Process Design, Strategic Thinking, Data Pipelines, Data Validation, Data Processing, Workflow Management, Data Cleansing, Data Quality, Business Priorities, NumPy, Machine Learning, Python Programming

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    186 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Toronto

    Plant Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Exploratory Data Analysis, Databases

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Xbox

    Fundamentals of Graphic Design

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Layout Design, Typography, Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Design, Graphic Design, Image Quality

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    AI Basics and Tools for Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Creativity, Prompt Engineering, Creative Design, Responsible AI, Music, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    崑曲之美

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

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • 唐詩新思路 (Tang Poetry): National Taiwan University
  • Real-Time Embedded Systems Theory and Analysis: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Diagnosing Health Behaviors for Global Health Programs: Johns Hopkins University
  • Technical Support (IT) Case Studies and Capstone: IBM
  • Aspectos fundamentales de la gerencia: University of California, Irvine
  • Impacts of the Environment on Global Public Health: University of Michigan
  • Researcher Management and Leadership Training: University of Colorado System
  • AI Workflow: Business Priorities and Data Ingestion: IBM
  • Plant Bioinformatics: University of Toronto
  • Fundamentals of Graphic Design: Xbox

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