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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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    Tsinghua University

    Data Structures and Algorithms (IV)

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Pseudocode, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    中國園林文學 (一) (Chinese Garden Literature (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Aesthetics, Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Writing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    Premiere Pro Pt. 1 — Getting Started & Editing Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Adobe Premiere, Post-Production, Timelines, Editing, File Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Cómo hacer invitaciones en Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphical Tools, Web Content, Design, Creative Design, Graphic Design, Marketing Design, Event Management

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EDUCBA

    Python for Data Science: Real Projects & Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering, Probability & Statistics, Supervised Learning, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Box Plots, Regression Analysis, Statistics, Predictive Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Science, Histogram, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Networking, Python Programming, Server Side

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Design and innovation of business model

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Business Architecture, Entrepreneurship, Storytelling, Design Thinking, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, Business, Presentations, Media and Communications, Case Studies, Market Opportunities, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis

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    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Practicing Collaborative, Continuous Improvement

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Improvement Process, Education and Training, Process Improvement, Program Evaluation, Community Development, Systems Thinking, Collaboration, Professional Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Design, Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Gen AI For Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Sustainable Business, Generative AI, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Reporting, Diversity and Inclusion, Artificial Intelligence, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Ethics, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Issue, Supply Chain Planning, Problem Solving, Content Strategy

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Amsterdam

    Being Smart about Cycling Futures

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Visionary, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Creative Thinking, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Social Justice, Case Studies, Cultural Diversity, Critical Thinking, Emerging Technologies

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MedCerts

    Behavior Technician ABA Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Positive Behavior Support, Speech Therapy, Behavior Management, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Education and Training, Communication Strategies, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Mental and Behavioral Health, Teaching, Communication, Learning Theory, Child Development, Classroom Management, Training Programs, Instructional Strategies, Developmental Disabilities, Proactivity, Data Collection, Learning Strategies

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    The Art of Film Editing: Foundations of Editing

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Adobe Premiere, Editing, Cinematography, Post-Production, Video Production, Timelines, Storytelling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Advanced ITSM with ServiceNow: Optimizing IT Operations

    Skills you'll gain: ServiceNow, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Service Management, Problem Management, Service Management, Information Technology Operations, Digital Transformation, Change Control, Configuration Management, Self Service Technologies, IT Management, Automation, Problem Solving, Design, Order Fulfillment

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

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

  • Data Structures and Algorithms (IV): Tsinghua University
  • 中國園林文學 (一) (Chinese Garden Literature (1)): National Taiwan University
  • Premiere Pro Pt. 1 — Getting Started & Editing Basics: Skillshare
  • Cómo hacer invitaciones en Canva: Coursera
  • Python for Data Science: Real Projects & Analytics: EDUCBA
  • Design and innovation of business model: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Practicing Collaborative, Continuous Improvement: University of Michigan
  • Gen AI For Sustainability: Starweaver
  • Being Smart about Cycling Futures: University of Amsterdam
  • Behavior Technician ABA Fundamentals: MedCerts

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