This course, revised in 2022, will introduce you to the theory of music, providing you with the skills needed to read and write Western music notation, as well as to understand, analyse, and listen informedly.
Fundamentals of Music Theory
Fundamentals of Music Theory
Instructors: Dr Thomas Butler
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There are 6 modules in this course
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SP
5
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2020
I learnt a lot from this course. Not only does it give you a lot of insight into music theory it changes the way you look at music and leads one to appreciate music as a whole more.
AK
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Reviewed on Jan 29, 2021
One of the first stepping stones to becoming a skilled musician! Helped me analyse and study music in a broader and better way. Highly recommended for gaining a grasp over the fundamentals.
DR
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Reviewed on Jun 7, 2022
I loved this course. I learned a lot about music theory, so now when I play my instrument and read the sheet music, I not only understand the notes but also the reasons behind them.
Recommended if you're interested in Arts and Humanities
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