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Guitar Courses

Guitar courses can help you learn chord progressions, strumming patterns, fingerpicking techniques, and music theory basics. You can build skills in improvisation, songwriting, and playing by ear, allowing for greater creativity and expression. Many courses introduce tools like tablature, metronomes, and digital audio workstations, which enhance practice routines and support recording projects.


Popular Guitar Courses and Certifications


  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Intro to Acoustics (Part 1)

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Mechanics, Systems Of Measurement, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    143 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Composición algorítmica en Supercollider

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Algorithms, Instrumental Music, Digital Signal Processing, Generative AI, Programming Principles, Other Programming Languages, Development Environment, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Multimedia, Debugging

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SAE Institute México

    Bulletproof 2. Networking Autopsy

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Resilience, Collaboration, Growth Mindedness, Professional Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Development, Adaptability, Empathy, Interpersonal Communications, Communication

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Musician’s Professional Toolbox: Your Portfolio Career

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Brand Strategy, Market Research, Professional Networking, Time Management, Branding, Target Audience, Business Modeling, Social Media, Prioritization, Competitive Analysis, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Promotional Materials, Goal Setting, Business Strategy, Marketing Materials, Business Planning, Recruitment, Presentations, Marketing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    U

    University of Rochester

    History of Rock, Part Two

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, World Music, Music, World History, Performing Arts, Media Production

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    472 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    P

    Peking University

    20世纪西方音乐 Western Music in the 20th Century

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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    V

    Vanderbilt University

    Understanding the Music Business: What is Music Worth?

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Music Performance, Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Performing Arts, Intellectual Property, Digital Transformation, Marketing, Innovation, Business Modeling, Revenue Management, Business Ethics, Live Streaming, Media Production

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    147 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Y

    Yale University

    Introduction to Classical Music

    Skills you'll gain: Music History, Classical Music, Music, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Instrumental Music, Performing Arts, Music Performance, Art History, Liberal Arts

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    4.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
    U

    Universitat Pompeu Fabra of Barcelona

    Audio Signal Processing for Music Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Signal Processing, Music, Music Theory, Open Source Technology, Python Programming, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, NumPy, Mathematical Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    294 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    B

    Berklee

    Building Your Career as a Professional Singer

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Music Performance, Performing Arts, Entrepreneurship, Oral Expression, Event Management, Leadership, Booking (Sales), Professional Networking, Professional Development, Contract Negotiation, Scheduling, Goal Setting

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    B

    Berklee

    A tecnologia da produção musical

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Musical Composition, Media Production, Instrumental Music, Creativity, Digital Signal Processing, Editing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    U

    University of Rochester

    The Music of the Beatles

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    751 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Intro to Acoustics (Part 1): Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Composición algorítmica en Supercollider: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Bulletproof 2. Networking Autopsy: SAE Institute México
  • Musician’s Professional Toolbox: Your Portfolio Career: University of Colorado Boulder
  • History of Rock, Part Two: University of Rochester
  • 20世纪西方音乐 Western Music in the 20th Century: Peking University
  • Understanding the Music Business: What is Music Worth?: Vanderbilt University
  • Introduction to Classical Music: Yale University
  • Audio Signal Processing for Music Applications: Universitat Pompeu Fabra of Barcelona
  • Building Your Career as a Professional Singer: Berklee

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