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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 Pennsylvania

    Positive Psychology: Applications and Interventions

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Smart Goals, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Productivity, Positive Behavior Support, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation, Growth Mindedness, Cognitive flexibility, Psychology, Creativity, Curiosity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Securing Cloud Services

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Threat Modeling, Application Security, Network Security, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Enterprise Architecture, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Identity and Access Management, Disaster Recovery

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Game Design: Art and Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Animations, Prototyping, Conceptual Design, Video Game Development, Storytelling, Software Design Documents, Ideation, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Storyboarding, Design, Virtual Environment, Technical Design, Design Elements And Principles, Usability Testing, Creative Design, Design Strategies, Interactive Design, Graphic and Visual Design

    4.7
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Adobe

    Adobe Content Creator: Launching Your Creative Career

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Express, Responsible AI, Logo Design, Digital Design, Layout Design, Generative AI, Social Media, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Social Media Management, Creative Design, Adobe Photoshop, Visual Design, Content Marketing, Infographics, Content Strategy, Typography, Color Theory, Storytelling, Branding

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Graphic Design

    Skills you'll gain: Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Visual Design, Layout Design, Typography, Design Reviews, Adobe Photoshop, Design Elements And Principles, Design Strategies, Color Theory, Editing, Creativity

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Managerial Economics and Business Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Business Analytics, Supply And Demand, Descriptive Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Market Dynamics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Financial Systems, Bank Regulations, Financial Policy, Banking, International Finance, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Statistical Analysis, Economics, Peer Review, Analytics, Business Economics

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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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
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Mastering ISO 27001 Controls: Implementation and Auditing

    Skills you'll gain: ISO/IEC 27001, Auditing, Audit Planning, Security Controls, Security Management, Information Systems Security, Information Assurance, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Security Strategy, Security Requirements Analysis, Identity and Access Management, Security Awareness, Information Technology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Service Integration and Management (SIAM) Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Service Management, Systems Integration, Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), Supplier Relationship Management, Strategic Sourcing, Risk Management Framework, Governance, Process Management, Process Improvement and Optimization, Risk Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Organizational Change, Performance Measurement, Lean Methodologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yonsei University

    Wireless Communications for Everybody

    Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Communication Systems, Telecommunications, Digital Communications, System Design and Implementation, Network Protocols, Emerging Technologies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Utrecht University

    Understanding child development: from synapse to society

    Skills you'll gain: Child Development, Human Development, Speech Language Pathology, Developmental Disabilities, Systems Thinking, Pediatrics, Research, Neurology, Cultural Diversity

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    467 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Science, Program Development

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    2.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Positive Psychology: Applications and Interventions: University of Pennsylvania
  • Securing Cloud Services: Packt
  • Game Design: Art and Concepts: California Institute of the Arts
  • Adobe Content Creator: Launching Your Creative Career: Adobe
  • Graphic Design: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Managerial Economics and Business Analysis: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Classical Sociological Theory : University of Amsterdam
  • Mastering ISO 27001 Controls: Implementation and Auditing: Packt
  • Service Integration and Management (SIAM) Foundation: Packt
  • Wireless Communications for Everybody: Yonsei University

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