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      Coursera Project Network

      Compose and Program Music in Python using Earsketch

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Computer Programming, Program Development, Programming Principles, Python Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      455 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Introduction to Electronics

      Skills you'll gain: Electronic Components, Semiconductors, Electronics, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronics Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Schematic Diagrams

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Rochester

      History of Rock, Part One

      Skills you'll gain: Music History, Music, Culture, World History, Instrumental Music, Music Theory, Electronic Media

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • B

      Berklee

      Arranging for Songwriters

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music, Instrumental Music, Creativity

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      78 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • B

      Berklee

      Singing Popular Music

      Skills you'll gain: Music Performance, Self-Awareness, Performing Arts, Music, Music Theory, Creativity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      161 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • B

      Berklee

      Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Musical Composition, Education Software and Technology, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, World Music, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Diversity, Creativity, Empowerment, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      99 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • B

      Berklee

      Piano Techniques for Modern Music

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Creativity

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Rochester

      The Blues: Understanding and Performing an American Art Form

      Skills you'll gain: Instrumental Music, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Music Performance, Music History

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      603 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • B

      Berklee

      Producing Music in the Home Studio

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music, Editing, Post-Production, Creativity

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Duke University

      Music as Biology: What We Like to Hear and Why

      Skills you'll gain: Music, Music Theory, Aesthetics, World Music, Cultural Diversity, Psychology, Anatomy, Biology, Neurology

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      706 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      The Music of American English Pronunciation

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, English Language, Language Competency, Language Learning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      183 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      GRAMMY GO

      The Art and Science of Producing Vocals and Instruments

      Skills you'll gain: Instrumental Music, Music, Musical Composition, Media Production, Post-Production, Music Theory, Editing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular guitar courses

    • Compose and Program Music in Python using Earsketch: Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Electronics: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • History of Rock, Part One: University of Rochester
    • Arranging for Songwriters: Berklee
    • Singing Popular Music: Berklee
    • Teaching Popular Music in the Classroom: Berklee
    • Piano Techniques for Modern Music: Berklee
    • The Blues: Understanding and Performing an American Art Form: University of Rochester
    • Producing Music in the Home Studio: Berklee
    • Music as Biology: What We Like to Hear and Why: Duke University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Guitar

    Knowing why you want to learn guitar, whether for personal enjoyment, performance, or creation, can motivate your practice. Regular practice is crucial for developing finger strength and muscle memory. Engaging in communities like Ultimate Guitar or Reddit’s r/guitar can provide helpful tips and encouragement. Work on real projects like learning full songs or composing your own music. Guitar for Beginners by Berklee College of Music is a perfect starting point.‎

    Learning to play the guitar has positive benefits for your mind and body. Playing the guitar requires mindfulness and concentration that are similar to meditation. Physically strumming the strings and playing music is soothing and helps you unwind. Mastering a challenging chord progression or song gives you a sense of accomplishment and boosts your self-esteem. As you feel more confident in your guitar playing, you may connect with other musicians for jam sessions and expand your social circle.‎

    Online guitar courses help you learn how to play guitar because they make it possible to study and practice when it’s convenient for you. Learning to play the guitar requires consistency, and you're more likely to keep up with regular practice when you can work your music study around your schedule. Having the ability to learn and practice anywhere you have an internet connection is helpful since you can find a place where you feel comfortable playing the instrument.‎

    You don't need any skills or experience before starting to learn to play guitar. A beginning guitar class includes basic lessons like the names and numbers of guitar strings, how to pick and strum, and how to read music notation and chord block diagrams. If you already know how to read musical notation or tablature, you may choose to review those early lessons or skip over them to get to more advanced lessons.‎

    Learning to play the guitar is a suitable hobby for you when you like the sound of the guitar and music written for it. Being interested in the instrument increases your motivation to learn and practice your technique.‎

    Online Guitar courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Guitar skills. Choose from a wide range of Guitar courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Guitar, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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