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    Explore jazz music to understand its history, styles, and improvisation techniques. Learn about jazz theory, famous musicians, and jazz performance.

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    Explore the Jazz Course Catalog

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      Berklee

      Jazz Improvisation

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      786 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Berklee

      Improvisación de jazz

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Creativity, Lecturing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      255 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      University of Rochester

      The Blues: Understanding and Performing an American Art Form

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Lecturing, Storytelling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      601 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Michigan State University

      Getting Started With Music Theory

      Skills you'll gain:

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      754 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Berklee

      How to Play Guitar

      Skills you'll gain: Cooperation, Collaboration, Teamwork, Social Skills, Composure, Active Listening, Adaptability, Planning, Mental Concentration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Compose and Program Music in Python using Earsketch

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Scripting, Scripting Languages

      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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      Berklee

      Music for Wellness

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Mental Concentration, Compassion, Personal Care, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Mental Health, Resilience, Positivity, Respiration, Self-Motivation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      324 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Berklee

      Music Education for Teachers

      Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Active Listening, Program Standards, Constructive Feedback, Instructional Design, Cultural Responsiveness, Multimedia, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Media Production, Empowerment, Aesthetics, Personal Development, Technology Solutions, Post-Production, Collaboration, Content Creation, Writing, Creativity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.9K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Berklee

      Piano Techniques for Modern Music

      Skills you'll gain:

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Berklee

      Guitar Scales and Chord Progressions

      Skills you'll gain:

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      390 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Berklee

      Developing Your Musicianship

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Creativity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Berklee

      Improvisação no Jazz

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Creativity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Jazz Improvisation: Berklee
    • Improvisación de jazz : Berklee
    • The Blues: Understanding and Performing an American Art Form: University of Rochester
    • Getting Started With Music Theory: Michigan State University
    • How to Play Guitar: Berklee
    • Compose and Program Music in Python using Earsketch: Coursera Project Network
    • Music for Wellness: Berklee
    • Music Education for Teachers: Berklee
    • Piano Techniques for Modern Music: Berklee
    • Guitar Scales and Chord Progressions: Berklee

    Frequently Asked Questions about Jazz

    Jazz is a style of music known for its use of syncopated rhythms and improvisation. This musical style developed in the United States in the early part of the twentieth century and shares elements with blues and big band music. Jazz genres include Dixieland, swing, bebop, cool, and fusion.‎

    Learn about jazz to deepen your appreciation for the genre as well as other popular music styles like rap, hip-hop, and Latin music. As jazz music evolved over time, it influenced other forms of music that built upon the rhythms and improvisational style that jazz embodies. The history of jazz also reflects many of the societal changes that took place in the twentieth century. As you study this history, you gain a new perspective about the events that shaped contemporary society.‎

    The primary benefit you gain from learning about jazz is a new appreciation of the art form. Understanding the history and elements of the music changes the way you listen to it. As you listen to the work of significant jazz artists like Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, and John Coltrane, you may find new favorite artists, genres, and works.

    Musicians benefit from learning jazz because it helps them understand concepts like chord progressions and diatonic harmony. Practicing improvisation gives musicians an opportunity to fully explore their instruments and improves their ear. This is useful for musicians who want to compose their own music or experiment during practice and performance sessions.‎

    Online courses are a convenient way to learn about jazz because of the way you can customize your learning. You may choose a specific topic to study or start with a basic jazz course to explore the history and foundations of the music. Working in an online format lets you study around your schedule when you have to devote your full attention to the material.‎

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

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Jazz, 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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