Classical Music Courses and Certifications

Modern Classical Music: Bridging Film Scores and Traditional Compositions

Нур Омурбаев рассказывает о современной классической музыке, объединяющей кинематограф и традиционные произведения, и делится опытом создания уникальных музыкальных экспериментов с Симфоническим оркестром Кыргызстана.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Experiencing Classical Music Like a Fine Wine

Explore the sensory journey of classical music through a unique lens, drawing parallels with wine appreciation. Discover new depths in compositions and learn to savor each note like a fine vintage.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Un Clàssic a l'Avantguarda - El Poder Connectiu de la Música

Explorarem el poder de la música per connectar persones, especialment en un món post-pandèmia, a través de l'experiència d'una violinista versàtil que fusiona el clàssic amb el contemporani.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Tough Story of an Unknown Soprano - Spreading the Power of Art

소프라노 백세리의 예술의 힘에 대한 믿음을 전파하고자 하는 도전적인 여정. 국제적인 음악 교육과 경력을 바탕으로 한 예술가의 열정과 헌신을 보여주는 영감적인 이야기.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

音樂的喜怒哀樂，其實都只是一場騙局？

探討音樂與情緒的關係，江老師分享如何通過音樂詮釋個人經歷，並鼓勵聽眾擁抱自己的情感，追求美好目標，以幽默風格推廣古典音樂的魅力。

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Introduction to Classical Music

25 reviews

Using a simple and enjoyable teaching style, this course introduces the novice listener to the wonders of classical music, from Bach fugues to Mozart symphonies to Puccini operas.

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

• Best of All Time

Curtis Institute of Music

Exploring Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas

15 reviews

Explore Beethoven's 32 piano sonatas from a performer's perspective, examining their structure, historical context, and artistic evolution. Gain insights into Beethoven's compositional process and the challenges of interpreting his music.

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

First Nights - Beethoven's 9th Symphony and the 19th Century Orchestra

10 ratings at edX

Learn about Beethoven’s monumental 9th Symphony and forms of orchestral music.

• edX
• 3 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Classical Works

Journey through iconic classical works from 17th-20th century Europe, exploring their cultural context, musical innovations, and lasting impact on Western music history.

• edX
• On-Demand
• $745.00
• 5 courses

Music and Social Action

174 ratings at Coursera

Explore the role of musicians in society, examining how classical music can effect social change and contribute to democracy, urban renewal, and civil engagement.

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

Approaching Music Theory: Melodic Forms and Simple Harmony

160 ratings at Coursera

Explore melodic structures, harmony, and music theory through diverse styles. Develop a theoretical vocabulary to enhance appreciation and analysis of musical compositions.

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

Review of Musical Style - Lecture 23

Learn to identify musical styles from different periods of Western music history through guided listening exercises and analysis of key characteristics.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Piano Music of Mozart and Beethoven - Evolution of the Instrument - Lecture 18

Explore the evolution of piano music from Mozart to Beethoven, tracing the instrument's development and its impact on composition, with live performances on historical pianos.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Form in Classical Music - Rondo, Sonata-Allegro, and Theme and Variations - Lecture 11

Explore musical forms like rondo and theme and variations through works by Mozart, Brahms, and Beethoven. Analyze classical pieces and discover how these forms appear in contemporary music.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Bass Patterns in Blues and Rock - Lecture 8

Explore bass patterns and chord progressions in popular and classical music, learning to identify harmonic structures across genres from Mozart to Justin Timberlake.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video