Free Music, Film, and Audio Engineering Courses On-line

Thanks to Music Matters Blog reader Victoria Shaw for alerting me to this collection of free on-line courses from Coursera on the topics of music, film, and audio engineering! In addition to music and education, I am also fascinated by the world of film and drama and writing. There are so many parallels in the arts, and insights gained from one discipline can often be relevant in other disciplines as well. Earlier this year I listened to a series of podcasts by Act One on Storytelling in the 21st Century. It was incredibly thought-provoking on many counts, and I love pondering how we in the arts community can have a greater impact on our society.

The more we can learn and develop creative approaches in our studios, the better equipped our students will be to make a lasting difference in our culture. In addition to acquiring musical skills, it’s also critically important for them to understand the underlying philosophies that drive the arts, and establish a right and true philosophy that will govern their own musical pursuits. This was largely the goal behind the Pursuit of Music camp that I held for some of my high school students this summer, and it’s something that I am always looking for opportunities to incorporate more into weekly lessons and group classes with students as well. It’s always great to find out about quality resources that can be used to supplement and enhance a well-rounded music education!