Diploma in Music Theory (Free Online Course)

Learn to identify different rhythms and instruments in a piece of music with this free online music theory course.

This free online Music Theory diploma will introduce you to basic music theory and then cover the subjects of instruments, rhythm, melody, harmony, and musical form. In this course, you will study different musical instruments and the techniques used in classical music pieces. You will also learn how these aspects of classical music are applied to other genres of music. Take this free online course today and start developing your ear for music!

What You Will Learn In This Free Course

• Explain how to listen to music properly
• Differentiate between rhythm and melody
• Discuss the differences between verse and chorus
• Explain the general format of symphonies
• Distinguish between duple and triple meters
• Discuss the use of chromaticism
• Explain what harmony is
• Define what a coda is
• Explain what a chord progression is
• Distinguish between major and minor chords
• Distinguish between conjunct or disjunct melodies

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