Music Theory

Music Theory is the study of musical structure, notation, and principles to understand composition and performance. This skill involves knowledge of harmony, rhythm, melody, and form, as well as the ability to analyze and interpret musical works. Music theory is essential for composers, musicians, and educators to create, perform, and teach music effectively. Developing this skill enhances musicianship and the ability to communicate musical ideas clearly.
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    SAE Institute México

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music, Post-Production, Media Production

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music Performance, Musical Composition, Leadership, Booking (Sales), Professional Networking, Professional Development, Entrepreneurship, Verbal Communication Skills, Scheduling

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    51 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Music History, Music, Musical Composition, Creativity, Media Production, Automation, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Music Theory, Post-Production, Emerging Technologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    259 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Music History, Music Theory, World Music, Classical Music, Aesthetics, Culture, Cultural Diversity

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    115 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Instrumental Music, Music Performance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    457 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SAE Institute México

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Programming Principles

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    782 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Northwestern University

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Classical Music, Lecturing, Coordination

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    209 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    695 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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