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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

    Classical Sociological Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Culture, Political Sciences, Economics, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Science and Research

    4.9
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    3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Fundamentals of Graphic Design

    Skills you'll gain: Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Visual Design, Photography, Design Software, Digital Design, Creative Design, Color Theory, Image Quality, Photo Editing, Creativity

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Number Theory and Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Key Management, Encryption, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Arithmetic, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Algebra, Python Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    608 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Sequence Models

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Generative AI, Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Supervised Learning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    31K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    West Virginia University

    Today’s Music Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Music History, Intellectual Property, Consumer Behaviour, Event Management, Live Streaming, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Production Process, Digital Transformation, Promotional Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    126 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Density Functional Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Differential Equations, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Calculus

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    245 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Information Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Theoretical Computer Science, Telecommunications, Informatics, Probability, Probability Distribution, Algorithms, General Mathematics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    164 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Cryptography and Information Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Theoretical Computer Science, Information Architecture

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Data Science Math Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Graphing, Algebra, Bayesian Statistics, Arithmetic, Data Science, Calculus, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics

    4.5
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

    Arranging for Songwriters

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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    81 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Improvisación de jazz

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    260 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Princeton University

    Computer Science: Algorithms, Theory, and Machines

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Computer Science, Computer Architecture, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, Java Programming, Computer Hardware

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Classical Sociological Theory : University of Amsterdam
  • Fundamentals of Graphic Design: California Institute of the Arts
  • Number Theory and Cryptography: University of California San Diego
  • Sequence Models: DeepLearning.AI
  • Today’s Music Industry: West Virginia University
  • Density Functional Theory: École Polytechnique
  • Information Theory: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Cryptography and Information Theory: University of Colorado System
  • Data Science Math Skills: Duke University
  • Arranging for Songwriters: Berklee

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