Learn music theory and play an instrument. Master music & instruments through bite-sized, swipeable learning tiles — designed for busy people who want to learn on the go.
This Music & Instruments short course on SkillTiles breaks down everything you need to know into 10 structured milestones, each packed with bite-sized learning tiles you can swipe through in under 15 seconds each.
Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refresh your knowledge, this online music & instruments course uses AI-powered content to adapt to your learning pace. Each tile delivers a focused concept, example, or quiz — making it perfect for commutes, coffee breaks, or quick study sessions.
Covering 70 key topics across 10 milestones, this course takes you from foundations to practical application. Earn badges as you complete each milestone and track your progress on your learning dashboard.
Course Curriculum
1
Music Theory Foundations
Notes, scales, and rhythm basics
the musical alphabet (A-G)whole and half stepsmajor scale patternreading treble cleftime signatures (4/4, 3/4)note values (whole, half, quarter)rests and tempo
2
Rhythm & Timing
Master beats, tempo, and time signatures
counting beatsquarter and eighth notesdotted notes and tiessyncopation basicstempo markingsusing a metronomepolyrhythm introduction
3
Reading Sheet Music
Decode written music notation
staff and clef basicsnote names on the staffkey signaturestime signatures in depthdynamics markingsrepeat signs and codaschord symbols
4
Ear Training
Develop your musical ear
interval recognitionchord quality identificationrhythm dictationmelodic contourrelative pitch trainingharmonic vs melodic intervalsear training apps and tools
5
Chords & Harmony
Build and combine chords
major and minor chordsseventh chordschord progressions (I-IV-V-I)common pop progressionsinversionssuspended and augmented chordsharmonizing a melody
6
Instrument Basics
Choose and start your instrument
choosing your first instrumentguitar basics (chords and strumming)piano/keyboard basicsukulele for beginnersdrum kit basicsbass guitar fundamentalsinstrument care and maintenance
7
Playing by Ear
Learn songs without sheet music
identifying the key of a songfinding the melody by earfiguring out chord progressionstranscription techniqueschord charts and lead sheetsgenre-specific patternsimprovisation basics
8
Practice Techniques
Make the most of your practice time
structuring practice sessionsslow practice methodrepetition and muscle memorybreaking down difficult passagesrecording yourselfsetting practice goalsovercoming plateaus
9
Music Production
Create and record your own music
digital audio workstation (DAW) basicsrecording setup essentialsMIDI and virtual instrumentsbasic mixing conceptseffects (reverb, delay, compression)arrangement and song structureGarageBand/Logic/Ableton overview
10
Performance & Confidence
Perform for audiences with confidence
overcoming stage frightperformance preparationplaying with othersjam session etiquetteopen mic night tipsbuilding a setlistmusical mindset and growth
What You'll Learn in This Music & Instruments Course
Start this music & instruments short course today. Swipe through AI-powered tiles, earn badges, and build a daily learning habit — no experience needed.