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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    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Skills you'll gain: Music, World Music, Musical Composition, Music History, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Music Theory, Culture, Art History, Cultural Diversity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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, Music Performance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    505 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Classical Music, Music History, Music, Musical Composition, Instrumental Music, Music Performance

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, Performing Arts, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music Performance, Art History, Aesthetics, Electronic Media, Experimentation, Psychology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    285 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Curtis Institute of Music

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    65 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Emory University

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music History, Music, World Music, Classical Music, Instrumental Music, Performing Arts, Music Performance

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    110 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Curtis Institute of Music

    Skills you'll gain: Classical Music, Music Theory, Music, Music History, Musical Composition

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    167 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    177 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    24 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Classical Music, Music History, Musical Composition, Instrumental Music, Music

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Curtis Institute of Music

    Skills you'll gain: Classical Music, Music, Music Theory, Music History, Music Performance

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    48 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months