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Music Theory Spectrum

Impact, Factor and Metrics, Impact Score, Ranking, h-index, SJR, Rating, Publisher, ISSN, and More

Last Updated on June 27, 2025

Impact Score

2024-2025

0.79

h-Index

2024-2025

 28

Rank

2024-2025

 6045

SJR

2024-2025

 0.866

Note: The impact score or impact index shown here is equivalent to the average number of times documents published in a journal/conference in the past two years have been cited in the current year (i.e., Cites / Doc. (2 years)). It is based on Scopus data and can be a little higher or different compared to the impact factor (IF) produced by Journal Citation Report. Please refer to the Web of Science data source to check the exact journal impact factor ™ (Thomson Reuters) metric.

Important Metrics and Factor

Title Music Theory Spectrum
Abbreviation Music Theory Spectr.
Publication Type Journal
Subject Area, Categories, Scope Music (Q1)
h-index 28
Overall Rank/Ranking 6045
SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) 0.866
Impact Score 0.79
Publisher Oxford University Press
Country United States
ISSN 01956167, 15338339
Best Quartile Q1
Coverage History 1981-1994, 1996-2024




About Music Theory Spectrum


Music Theory Spectrum is a journal covering the technologies/fields/categories related to Music (Q1). It is published by Oxford University Press. The overall rank of Music Theory Spectrum is 6045. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 0.866. SCImago Journal Rank is an indicator, which measures the scientific influence of journals. It considers the number of citations received by a journal and the importance of the journals from where these citations come. SJR acts as an alternative to the Journal Impact Factor (or an average number of citations received in last 2 years). This journal has an h-index of 28. The best quartile for this journal is Q1.

The ISSN of Music Theory Spectrum journal is 01956167, 15338339. An International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) is a unique code of 8 digits. It is used for the recognition of journals, newspapers, periodicals, and magazines in all kind of forms, be it print-media or electronic. Music Theory Spectrum is cited by a total of 70 articles during the last 3 years (Preceding 2024).


Music Theory Spectrum Impact IF 2024-2025


The Impact IF 2024 of Music Theory Spectrum is 0.79, which is computed in 2025 as per its definition. Music Theory Spectrum IF is decreased by a factor of 0.97 and approximate percentage change is -55.11% when compared to preceding year 2023, which shows a falling trend. The impact IF, also denoted as Journal impact score (JIS), of an academic journal is a measure of the yearly average number of citations to recent articles published in that journal. It is based on Scopus data.

Table Setting

Music Theory Spectrum Impact IF 2025 Prediction


Impact IF 2024 of Music Theory Spectrum is 0.79. If the same downward trend persists, Impact IF may fall in 2025 as well.


Impact IF Trend


Year wise Impact IF of Music Theory Spectrum. Based on Scopus data.


Year Impact IF
2025/2026 Coming Soon
2024 0.79
2023 1.76
2022 0.91
2021 0.56
2020 0.70
2019 0.38
2018 0.46
2017 0.71
2016 0.29
2015 0.58
2014 0.30

Music Theory Spectrum h-index


  Table Setting

Music Theory Spectrum has an h-index of 28. It means 28 articles of this journal have more than 28 number of citations. The h-index is a way of measuring the productivity and citation impact of the publications. The h-index is defined as the maximum value of h such that the given journal/author has published h papers that have each been cited at least h number of times.




Music Theory Spectrum ISSN


The ISSN of Music Theory Spectrum is 01956167, 15338339. ISSN stands for International Standard Serial Number.

An ISSN is a unique code of 8 digits. It is used for the recognition of journals, newspapers, periodicals, and magazines in all kind of forms, be it print-media or electronic.

Table Setting

Music Theory Spectrum Rank and SCImago Journal Rank (SJR)


The overall rank of Music Theory Spectrum is 6045. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 0.866. SCImago Journal Rank is an indicator, which measures the scientific influence of journals. It considers the number of citations received by a journal and the importance of the journals from where these citations come.

SJR of Music Theory Spectrum by Year


Year SJR
2025/2026 Coming Soon
2024 0.866
2023 1.074
2022 0.350
2021 0.556
2020 0.263
2019 0.207
2018 0.225
2017 0.216
2016 0.157
2015 0.189
2014 0.232

Ranking of Music Theory Spectrum by Year


Year Ranking
2025/2026 Coming Soon
2024 6045
2023 3924
2022 13695
2021 8992
2020 16155
2019 18107
2018 16559
2017 16603
2016 20677
2015 18219
2014 15576

Music Theory Spectrum Publisher


Table Setting

Music Theory Spectrum is published by Oxford University Press. It's publishing house is located in United States. Coverage history of this journal is as following: 1981-1994, 1996-2024. The organization or individual who handles the printing and distribution of printed or digital publications is known as Publisher.


Call For Papers


Visit the official website of the journal/conference to check the further details about the call for papers.


Abbreviation


The IS0 4 standard abbreviation of Music Theory Spectrum is Music Theory Spectr.. This abbreviation ('Music Theory Spectr.') is well recommended and approved for the purpose of indexing, abstraction, referencing and citing goals. It meets all the essential criteria of ISO 4 standard.

ISO 4 (International Organization for Standardization 4) is an international standard that defines a uniform and consistent system for abbreviating serial publication titles and journals.


How to publish in Music Theory Spectrum


If your research field is/are related to Music (Q1), then please visit the official website of this journal.


Acceptance Rate


The acceptance rate/percentage of any academic journal/conference depends upon many parameters. Some of the critical parameters are listed below.

  • The demand or interest of researchers/scientists in publishing in a specific Journal/Conference.
  • Peer review complexity and timeline.
  • The mix of unsolicited and invited submissions.
  • The time it takes from manuscript submission to final publication.
  • And Many More.

It is essential to understand that the acceptance rate/rejection rate of papers varies among journals. Some Journals considers all the manuscripts submissions as a basis of acceptance rate computation. On the other hand, few consider the only manuscripts sent for peer review or few even not bother about the accurate maintenance of total submissions. Hence, it can provide a rough estimation only.

The best way to find out the acceptance rate is to reach out to the associated editor or to check the official website of the Journal/Conference.



Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


What's the latest impact IF of the Music Theory Spectrum?

Music Theory Spectrum latest impact IF is 0.79. It's evaluated in the year 2024. The highest and the lowest impact IF or impact score of this journal are 1.76 (2023) and 0.29 (2016), respectively, in the last 11 years. Moreover, its average IS is 0.68 in the previous 11 years.


What's the SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) of the Music Theory Spectrum?

The Music Theory Spectrum has an SJR (SCImago Journal Rank) of 0.866, according to the latest data. It is computed in the year 2025. In the past 11 years, this journal has recorded a range of SJR, with the highest being 1.074 in 2023 and the lowest being 0.157 in 2016. Furthermore, the average SJR of the Music Theory Spectrum over the previous 11-year period stands at 0.68.


What's the latest h-index of the Music Theory Spectrum?

The latest h-index of the Music Theory Spectrum is 28.


Who's the publisher of the Music Theory Spectrum?

The Music Theory Spectrum is published by the Oxford University Press, with its country of publication being the United States.


What's the current ranking of the Music Theory Spectrum?

The Music Theory Spectrum is currently ranked 6045 out of 27955 Journals, Conferences, and Book Series in the latest ranking. Over the course of the last 11 years, this journal has experienced varying rankings, reaching its highest position of 3924 in 2023 and its lowest position of 20677 in 2016.


What's the abbreviation or short name for the Music Theory Spectrum?

The standard ISO4 abbreviation for the Music Theory Spectrum is Music Theory Spectr..


Is the "Music Theory Spectrum" classified as a Journal, Conference and Proceedings, Trade Journal or Book Series?

Music Theory Spectrum is classified as a journal that the Oxford University Press publishes.


What's the scope or major areas of the Music Theory Spectrum?

The Music Theory Spectrum encompasses the following areas:

  • Music

For a more comprehensive understanding of its scope, check the official website of this journal.


What's the ISSN of the Music Theory Spectrum?

The Music Theory Spectrum is assigned the following International Standard Serial Numbers (ISSN): 01956167, 15338339.


What's the best quartile of the Music Theory Spectrum?

The best quartile for the Music Theory Spectrum is Q1 (2024).


What's the coverage history of the Music Theory Spectrum?

The Music Theory Spectrum coverage history can be summarized as follows: 1981-1994, 1996-2024.


Credits and Sources


  • Scimago Journal & Country Rank (SJR), https://www.scimagojr.com/
  • Journal Impact Factor, https://clarivate.com/



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Year wise Impact Score (IS) of Music Theory Spectrum

Impact Score Table

Year Impact Score (IS)
2025/2026 Coming Soon
2024 0.79
2023 1.76
2022 0.91
2021 0.56
2020 0.70
2019 0.38
2018 0.46
2017 0.71
2016 0.29
2015 0.58
2014 0.30



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