Music History

Music History is the study of the evolution of musical styles, compositions, and cultural influences across different historical periods. This skill involves analyzing the development of musical forms, the impact of social and political changes on music, and the contributions of influential composers and movements. Music historians research primary sources, contextualize works within historical frameworks, and assess the role of music in shaping societies. A deep understanding of music history enhances appreciation, academic research, and performance interpretation.
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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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    Universitat de Barcelona

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    284 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

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

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    6 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Skills you'll gain: World Music, Music History, Music, Musical Composition, Music Theory, Multimedia, Public Affairs, Performing Arts, Music Performance, Electronic Media, Liberal Arts, Experimentation, Creativity, Cultural Diversity, Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    76 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Culture, International Relations, World History, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Art History, Social Studies, Intercultural Competence, Music History, Public History, European History, Media and Communications, Multimedia, Research, Economics, Business Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    229 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Post-Production, Media Production, Musical Composition, Music History, Digital Publishing, Software Installation, Creativity, Editing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    190 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Art History, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, Innovation, Collaboration, Experimentation, Music History

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    34 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Music Performance, Music, Music Theory, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Classical Music, Art History, Music History

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    695 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Art History, Music History, Animation and Game Design, Computer Graphics, Culture, Electronic Media, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Interactive Design, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Innovation

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    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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    Curtis Institute of Music

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    607 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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