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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


  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    I/O-efficient algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Storage Technologies, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Access, Performance Tuning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    60 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    W

    Wesleyan University

    Writing a Personal Essay

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Editing, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Detail Oriented

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    87 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Mining Quality Prediction Using Machine & Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Deep Learning, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Import/Export, Matplotlib, Python Programming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    F

    Fractal Analytics

    Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Decision Making, Behavior Management, Behavioral Economics, Human Development, Emotional Intelligence, Psychology, Critical Thinking, Empathy, Communication

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of New Mexico

    Curanderismo: Global & Cultural Influences of Traditional Healing

    Skills you'll gain: World Music, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Maternal Health, Ancient History, Music, Health Care, Liberal Arts, Instrumental Music

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    42 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
    P

    Princeton University

    Алгоритмы, часть I

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Java, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Spatial Data Analysis, Theoretical Computer Science, Simulations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    82 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    N

    National Taiwan University

    東坡詞 (Ci Poetry of Su Dong Po)

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Literacy, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Liberal Arts, Personal Development, Creativity, Writing, Cultural Sensitivity, Self-Awareness, Storytelling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Getting Started with Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Organizational Change, Time Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Structure, Business Leadership, Team Leadership, Leadership, Executive Presence, Influencing, Personal Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    116 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Michigan

    Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Occupational Health, Public Health, Environmental Laws, Environmental Regulations, Health Systems, Environmental Policy, Systems Thinking, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Science, Epidemiology, Environmental Issue, Environmental Monitoring, Health Policy, Personal protective equipment, Risk Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Neuroscience of Leadership: Leading with Your Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Development, Leadership, Resilience, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Coaching, Change Management, Psychology, Storytelling

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    149 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Advanced Data Structures, RSA and Quantum Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptography, Data Structures, Data Encryption Standard, Algorithms, Encryption, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, IBM Cloud, Linear Algebra, Arithmetic

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    IBM

    AI Workflow: Feature Engineering and Bias Detection

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Ethics, Unsupervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Responsible AI, Text Mining, Data Preprocessing, Data Transformation, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Anomaly Detection, Exploratory Data Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Natural Language Processing, Data Science, Quality Assurance, Data Pipelines, Data Visualization, Python Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    76 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • I/O-efficient algorithms: 28DIGITAL
  • Writing a Personal Essay: Wesleyan University
  • Mining Quality Prediction Using Machine & Deep Learning: Coursera
  • Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior : Fractal Analytics
  • Curanderismo: Global & Cultural Influences of Traditional Healing : University of New Mexico
  • Алгоритмы, часть I: Princeton University
  • 東坡詞 (Ci Poetry of Su Dong Po): National Taiwan University
  • Getting Started with Leadership: Queen Mary University of London
  • Environmental Health: the Foundation of Global Public Health: University of Michigan
  • Neuroscience of Leadership: Leading with Your Brain: University of Colorado Boulder

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