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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    GRAMMY GO

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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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    Universitat Pompeu Fabra of Barcelona

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Music Theory, Open Source Technology, Data Analysis Software, Python Programming, NumPy, Numerical Analysis, Computer Programming Tools

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    294 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    51 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
    176 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

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

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SAE Institute México

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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

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

    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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    University of Rochester

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    609 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Rochester

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    747 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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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