Juilliard Courses

How to Listen to Great Music for Orchestra

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Build foundational skills for listening to orchestra music and gain insights that will enrich your enjoyment of music for life.This course, developed by Dr. L. Michael Griffel, chair of Juilliard's music history department, features five key orchestra pieces from Baroque through the 20th century.Through video examples and online instruction, you will deepen your knowledge of a range of orchestral music and composers so that you can confidently identify classical music that you like, whether you're attending a concert or listening on Spotify.Verified Learning Track: Upgrade to the verified learning track for a more in-depth and immersive musical experience, featuring:Full HD video performances from the Berliner Philharmoniker5 HD Expert Insights videos with key insightsListening Guide and Analysis for Each of the 5 works*Please note that due to copyright compliance, learners in this course must have access to Vimeo to view all video content. Vimeo may not be supported in all countries.

Introduction to Performance Psychology

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Have you ever wondered why you can play at a high level when you're practicing alone at home, but as soon as you play in front of other people, your hands start shaking, your heart starts racing, and everything begins to fall apart?If you have ever felt crippled by anxiety, this four-module course is your first step to developing the psychological skills that will help you perform at your best under pressure.Created by Juilliard’s Dr. Noa Kageyama, whose performance psychology classes are a favorite among Juilliard music students, the course combines applied exercises, insights gleaned from interviews with renowned performers, and research in performance psychology and motor learning.You will learn how to overcome your fears around performing in front of an audience and discover how universal the experience of performance anxiety is amongst musicians at all levels – from beginner to professional.The three psychological skills covered in this course are:Practice that Sticks;Beating Anxiety;Getting (and Staying) in the Zone.

Discovering Instruments of the Orchestra

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The world’s greatest orchestras have the incredible ability to sound so unified they feel like one single instrument. Listening to the music of an orchestra can feel invigorating, exciting, and life-affirming all at the same time. But how do you learn to hear and appreciate the nuances of each instrument? How have the instruments that make up an orchestra evolved and improved over time?Dr. L Michael Griffel, Chair of Juilliard’s Music History Department, takes you on a journey into the orchestra and introduces you to the history of its principal instruments.You will learn about each instrument, from violin to timpani, and will gain the ability to recognize their individual sounds and textures when listening to any orchestral music.Through four modules you will discover the four families of instruments: strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion, giving you confidence to further discover the music of the orchestra. No prior musical experience necessary.

Music Theory 101

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Developed by Juilliard faculty member Dr. Steven Laitz, this Music Theory 101 online course teaches you the foundations of music theory from a classical music perspective in an engaging and straightforward manner.In six weeks, you will develop the knowledge of music theory needed to become a better player and feel more confident writing for any musical genre - from classical to rock to electronic music.You'll learn the fundamentals of reading sheet music, including pitch, rhythm, and key signatures. You'll explore rhythm and pitch, major and minor keys, and learn how they combine to create a melody. Finally, you'll expand your newfound knowledge and learn to write a simple melody of your own.

Piano Preludes: Bach, Chopin, and Debussy

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Preludes are short works of music that have varied in form and style throughout the past three centuries. In this course, you will learn three famous preludes, each from a different era; the first was written by Bach, the second by Chopin, and third by Debussy.Watch videos of Juilliard-trained pianists playing each piece, listen to lectures that offer instructional tips, explore the rich history of the prelude as a musical genre, and delve into media-rich lessons that will teach you a step-by-step approach to learning each new work.You will boost your piano technique and build practice skills that will inspire and enrich your playing for years to come.

Sharpen Your Piano Artistry

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Juilliard's online piano course will help you improve your technique and overall piano playing.You will learn to play two classical pieces with more artistry, from our curated list of advanced beginner and intermediate level pieces by composers including Beethoven, Mozart, and Clementi.Through instruction in these specific pieces, the course will help improve your articulation, phrasing, rhythm, passagework, dynamics, and pedaling to enhance your technique and confidence. You'll gain additional insights into your playing, with the final goal of further empowering you in your interpretive decisions.