Advanced Certificate in Music Theory Fundamentals: Advanced Concepts
-- viewing nowThe Advanced Certificate in Music Theory Fundamentals: Advanced Concepts is a comprehensive course designed for musicians, educators, and music enthusiasts seeking to deepen their understanding of music theory. This certificate program covers advanced concepts, including chromatic harmony, form and analysis, 20th-century techniques, and composition.
6,739+
Students enrolled
GBP £ 149
GBP £ 215
Save 44% with our special offer
About this course
100% online
Learn from anywhere
Shareable certificate
Add to your LinkedIn profile
2 months to complete
at 2-3 hours a week
Start anytime
No waiting period
Course Details
• Advanced Harmonic Analysis: Exploration of extended and altered chords, chromatic harmony, and complex chord progressions.
• Form and Analysis: Study of musical forms such as sonata, rondo, and binary form, including their structures, characteristics, and historical contexts.
• Orchestration and Instrumentation: Examination of orchestral techniques, timbre, and color, as well as the use of various instruments in different musical styles.
• Advanced Counterpoint: Study of contrapuntal techniques, including canon, fugue, and inventions, with an emphasis on species counterpoint and free composition.
• 20th Century Techniques: Exploration of atonal and twelve-tone techniques, serialism, electronic music, and experimental music.
• Jazz Theory and Harmony: Investigation of jazz harmony, including extended and altered chords, upper structures, and voice leading.
• Music Cognition and Perception: Study of the cognitive processes involved in music perception, including pitch, rhythm, melody, and harmony.
• Analysis of World Music: Examination of musical styles from various cultures, including non-Western music, and the use of different theoretical approaches.
• Advanced Schenkerian Analysis: In-depth study of Schenkerian theory and its application to complex musical works, including multilevel graph analysis and prolongational structures.
Career Path
Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
Course Status
This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
Why people choose us for their career
Loading reviews...
Frequently Asked Questions
Course fee
- 3-4 hours per week
- Early certificate delivery
- Open enrollment - start anytime
- 2-3 hours per week
- Regular certificate delivery
- Open enrollment - start anytime
- Full course access
- Digital certificate
- Course materials
Get course information
Earn a career certificate