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Music History Courses

Music history courses can help you learn about different musical genres, influential composers, and the cultural contexts that shaped various musical movements. You can build skills in analyzing musical scores, understanding historical trends, and discussing the impact of music on society. Many courses introduce tools like music notation software and audio editing programs, which can enhance your ability to create and critique music while applying historical insights to contemporary compositions.

Popular Music History Courses and Certifications


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    Berklee

    The Business of Music Production

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Music History, Contract Negotiation, Music, Musical Composition, Peer Review, Lawsuits, Court Systems, Litigation and Civil Justice, Contract Review, Registration, Negotiation, Media Production, Instrumental Music, Automation, Post-Production, Legal Risk, Entrepreneurship, File Management, Business

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Pharmacology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Health Care, General Medicine, Health Systems, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Culture, Behavioral Health, Ancient History, Medical Practices and Procedures, World History, Infectious Diseases

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    GRAMMY GO

    Building Your Audience for Music Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Marketing, Drive Engagement, Driving engagement, Content Development and Management, Marketing Budgets, Digital Media Strategy, Brand Marketing, Professional Networking, Branding, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Budget Management, Promotions and Campaigns, Creative Design, Visual Storytelling, Digital Marketing, Promotional Strategies, Social Media Strategy, Media Strategy, Customer Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Tecnología musical con software libre

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Open Source Technology, Media Production, Musical Composition, Digital Signal Processing, Music History, Electronic Hardware, Electronic Components, Post-Production, Electronics, Digital Communications, Aesthetics, Hardware Design, Multimedia, Collaborative Software, Patch Management, Embedded Systems, System Configuration, Algorithms

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    265 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Berklee

    Songwriting: Writing the Music

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

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

    The Technology of Music Production

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Media Production, Post-Production, Collaborative Software, Digital Signal Processing, Computer Hardware, Editing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    Pro Tools Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Musical Composition, Media Production, Instrumental Music, Automation, Post-Production, File Management, Data Import/Export, Editing, Electronic Media

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Berklee

    Music for Wellness

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Active Listening, Musical Composition, Choral Music, Instrumental Music, Mindfulness, Meditation & Breathwork, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, World Music, Personal Care, Mental Health, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Approaching Music Theory: Melodic Forms and Simple Harmony

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

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Berklee

    O Músico Contemporâneo

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Music Performance, Peer Review, Media Production, Creativity, Instrumental Music, Post-Production, Performing Arts, Writing, Timelines, Digital Publishing, Digital Signal Processing, Editing

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Berklee

    Copyright Law in the Music Business

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Lawsuits, Court Systems, Music, Litigation and Civil Justice, Musical Composition, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Digital Assets, Case Law

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia

    The Modern World, Part One: Global History from 1760 to 1910

    Skills you'll gain: European History, World History, International Relations, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Economics, Economic Development, Liberal Arts, Socioeconomics, Diplomacy, Culture, Governance

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • The Business of Music Production: Berklee
  • The History of Medicine: Philosophy, Science, and Psychology: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Building Your Audience for Music Professionals: GRAMMY GO
  • Tecnología musical con software libre: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Songwriting: Writing the Music: Berklee
  • The Technology of Music Production: Berklee
  • Pro Tools Basics: Berklee
  • Music for Wellness: Berklee
  • Approaching Music Theory: Melodic Forms and Simple Harmony: California Institute of the Arts
  • O Músico Contemporâneo: Berklee

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