Music Courses and Certifications

Music and Technology - Fall 2009

2 reviews

This course is an investigation into the history and aesthetics of music and technology as deployed in experimental and popular musics from the 19th century to the present.

• YouTube
• 3 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Music and Social Action

168 ratings at Coursera

Explore the role of musicians in society and how classical music can effect social change in this 9-week course offered by Yale University.

• Coursera
• 1 day 1 hour 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Music Business Foundations

6 reviews

Explore the evolving music industry with Berklee College of Music's 4-week course. Learn about music history, copyright law, recording agreements, and roles of industry professionals.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

University of Florida

Music's Big Bang: The Genesis of Rock 'n' Roll

6 reviews

Explores the factors — musical and cultural — that led to the birth of American rock 'n' roll music in the early 1950s. Covers in detail the genres, styles and people that converged to create this new music.

• Coursera
• 9-10 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

How Music Can Change Your Life

165 ratings at Coursera

Explore the transformative power of music in health and wellbeing with this 7-week course from the University of Melbourne. Learn to design practical programs using music for positive change.

• Coursera
• 1 day 2 hours 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

University of Rochester

The Music of the Rolling Stones, 1962-1974

164 ratings at Coursera

This course will survey the music of the Rolling Stones, beginning with the roots and first formation of the band in the early 1960s, and following the group through the release of It's Only Rock 'n' Roll in late 1974.

• Coursera
• 14 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Arranging for Songwriters

75 ratings at Coursera

Learn to arrange songs for the recording studio with Berklee College of Music's 4-week course. Enhance listener's emotional response and understand effective instrumentation.

• Coursera
• 8 hours 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Building Your Career in Music: Developing A Brand and Funding Your Music

470 ratings at Coursera

Learn to launch your music career with Berklee College of Music's 4-week course. Gain practical tips on developing your brand, leading a band, and funding your first record.

• Coursera
• 8 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

So You Think You Know Tango?

107 ratings at Coursera

Explore the history, theory, and culture of Argentine Tango in this 2-week course by Emory University. Ideal for music lovers, musicians, and dancers.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Intimacy of Creativity: Entering the Minds of Composers

70 ratings at Coursera

Explore the minds of composers with Bright Sheng in this 3-week course from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Gain a unique perspective on music composition and appreciation.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Strategies for Success in your Music Career

Learn critical skills for a successful music career with this 4-week course from the University of Colorado Boulder. Gain clarity on your strengths, set meaningful goals, and expand your network.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Launching Your Music Career

Learn to navigate the music industry with this 5-week course from the University of Colorado Boulder. Gain skills in gig management, strategic planning, and teaching studio promotion.

• Coursera
• 7 hours 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Promotional Materials Every Musician Needs

Learn to create effective promotional materials for the music industry with this 3-week course from the University of Colorado Boulder. Master artist bios, resumes, websites, and more.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 51 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Musician’s Professional Toolbox: Your Portfolio Career

Learn career development skills for freelance musicians, including self-assessment, branding, marketing, and promotion in a 17-week course from the University of Colorado Boulder.

• Coursera
• 17 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

Microcredential

Developing Your Musicianship

Berklee College of Music offers a 22-week course to enhance your understanding of music theory and musicianship, culminating in a short musical composition project.

• Coursera
• 22 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 4 courses