Free Online Music Theory Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

Berklee College of Music

Musicianship: Chord Charts, Diatonic Chords, and Minor Keys (Coursera)

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Elevate your musicianship with Berklee Online's specialized course on chord charts, diatonic chords, and minor keys. Designed for those who have a basic understanding of music theory or have completed the first course in the Developing Your Musicianship series, this course is taught by an experienced Berklee professor and will help you deepen your knowledge of harmony and ear training.

Sep 7th 2026

4 Weeks

Music Major Piano

Coursera

University of Michigan

Getting Started With Music Theory (Coursera)

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Discover the fundamentals of music theory in a concise and engaging online course designed for beginners. Whether you're an aspiring musician or simply curious about how music works, this course will guide you through essential concepts like pitch, rhythm, scales, keys, and basic harmony. Perfect for those who listen to music or play by ear.

Sep 7th 2026

4 Weeks

Music Scales Chords

Coursera

Berklee College of Music

Teoria Musical (Coursera)

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O curso Teoria Musical oferece uma jornada completa para entender os elementos básicos da música. Desenvolva sua capacidade de ouvir e aprenda a ler e escrever partituras com o auxílio de professores experientes do Berklee College of Music. Este curso é ideal para iniciantes que desejam mergulhar no mundo da música, combinando teoria musical com elementos culturais brasileiros.

Sep 7th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Music Scales Music Theory

Box Hill Institute

Box Hill Music Theory (BHI)

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Embark on a journey to master the basics of music theory with Box Hill Institute's Music Theory course. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this course will guide you through essential elements like scales, chords, rhythm, and notation. Develop a deeper appreciation for music as you learn to read and understand sheet music.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Music Music Theory

Box Hill Institute

Melodic Improvisation (BHI)

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Discover the art of Melodic Improvisation with our expert-led online course, perfect for both novices and seasoned musicians. Dive into the language of music, understand its structure, and learn to communicate your feelings through melody. Develop your skills and create captivating performances that resonate with audiences worldwide.

Self Paced

2 Weeks

Music Jazz Improvisation

Skillshare

Guitar : Self Taught - Origins | Rhythm Guitar for Beginners (Skillshare)

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Embark on a unique journey to learn guitar from scratch, blending self-discovery with structured learning. Our 'Guitar: Self Taught - Origins | Rhythm Guitar for Beginners' course is designed for those who have always wanted to play but found traditional methods too challenging or time-consuming. Master the basics of rhythm guitar and dive into the world of music.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Music Guitar Music Theory

Skillshare

Beginners Guitar Lesson (Skillshare)

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Discover the joy of playing guitar with our beginner-friendly course. Whether you're a complete novice or just looking to refresh your fundamentals, we'll guide you through essential techniques and help you play your first song. From string names to major chords and rhythm patterns, this course is structured to build your confidence and skills step by step.

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Self-Paced

Music Creative Guitar