Music History Courses and Certifications

Music as a Mirror of History

167 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

<p>Discover the fascinating ways in which great works of music have interacted with historical events, in this eye-opening course taught by a celebrated composer and music historian.</p>

• The Great Courses Plus
• 18 hours 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The Complete History of Music, Part 1: Music of the Antiquity & Medieval Periods

Explora los orígenes de la música desde la Antigüedad hasta la Edad Media, incluyendo instrumentos antiguos, notación musical y figuras clave como Hildegard Von Bingen y Boethius, con el profesor Dr. Allen.

• Skillshare
• 2 hours 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The History of Christmas Concert Music

5 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Join acclaimed music historian—and Great Courses favorite—Professor Robert Greenberg to revel in the history and evolution of timeless Christmas tunes.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

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Two-Tone and Ska's Influence on Music History

Explore the profound impact of Two-Tone and Ska music through iconic albums, influential bands, and their lasting legacy on modern music genres and recording techniques.

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

Why Understanding Music History Makes for Better Music Listening

Explore how music history enhances listening experiences through classical masterpieces, their creators, and fascinating stories. Discover the immersive power of understanding music's historical context.

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

Intro to Music

Comprehensive exploration of music history, genres, and styles from Medieval to modern eras, including jazz, musical theater, rock, and world music.

• Study.com
• 10 hours 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

FTCE Music K-12 (028) Prep

Comprehensive preparation for FTCE Music K-12 exam, covering musical theory, history, genres, and education strategies through video lessons, quizzes, and practice exams.

• Study.com
• 21 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Introduction to Music: Certificate Program

Explore music's evolution from medieval to modern eras, including opera, classical, jazz, and world music. Gain a comprehensive understanding of musical styles and periods.

• Study.com
• 9 hours 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

UExcel Introduction to Music: Study Guide & Test Prep

Comprehensive exploration of music history, genres, and global influences, from Medieval to Modern eras, including jazz, musical theater, and world music.

• Study.com
• 11 hours 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

The Music of the Beatles

18 reviews

Explore the Beatles' musical evolution, from early Liverpool days to Abbey Road, examining influences, recording techniques, and cultural impact on their iconic repertoire.

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

Janis Joplin and the Sexual Revolution

3 ratings at OpenLearn

This free course, Janis Joplin and the Sexual Revolution, will introduce you to issues around the sexual revolution and how this, and other contemporary social revolutions of the 1960s, impacted ...

• OpenLearn
• 3 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Western Music in the 20th century

​Addressing students' interests in 20th century Western Music Culture and incorporating music theory, the course examines 20th century Western music.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Bach and the High Baroque

123 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Join Professor Robert Greenberg to explore the emotional power, religious devotion, technical virtuosity, diverse national styles, and sheer genius of Johann Sebastian Bach.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 1 day 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

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)

England, the 1960s, and the Triumph of the Beatles

81 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Join best-selling biographer Michael Shelden for 12 vibrant lectures on how the 1960s shaped the Beatles—and how the band, in turn, defined the revolutionary spirit of the age.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 5 hours 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available