Resonance: Journal of Global Music Studies is an international peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the study of music across cultures, historical periods, and diverse artistic practices. It fosters interdisciplinary dialogue in musicology, ethnomusicology, performance studies, and related fields, promoting global perspectives on sound, creativity, and musical thought. Published biannually in June and December, Resonance accepts submissions in English, Chinese, German, Italian, and Russian, with English titles and abstracts required. Journal sections include Research Articles, Sound Archives, Contemporary Soundscapes, Book & Media Reviews, Interviews, Translations, and Original Scores. Resonance provides an open, inclusive platform bridging theory and practice, history and contemporary expression.
2026-10-28
Effective 1 November 2026, Resonance: Journal of Global Music Studies will implement revised submission guidelines, section-specific requirements, editorial review procedures, and publication ethics policies. The updates clarify expectations for research articles, creative and non-research contributions, multimedia materials, AI use, and author responsibilities.
2026-10-08
The journal website has been updated with a refreshed design, improved navigation, and a more consistent reading experience on desktop and mobile devices.
2026-07-06
Professor Frank Gunderson joins Resonance as Academic Advisor, bringing expertise in fieldwork-based ethnomusicology, African music studies, sonic repatriation, religion and music, sound archives, and academic publishing.
Vol. 2 No. 2 (2026)
Published: 2026-12-01
31-43