Computer Music Journal
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Aims & Scope
Computer Music Journal is published quarterly with an annual sound and video anthology containing curated music¹. For four decades, it has been the leading publication about computer music, concentrating fully on digital sound technology and all musical applications of computers. This makes it an essential resource for musicians, composers, scientists, engineers, computer enthusiasts, and anyone exploring the wonders of computer-generated sound. Edited by experts in the field and featuring an international advisory board of eminent computer musicians, issues typically include: In-depth articles on cutting-edge research and developments in technology, methods, and aesthetics of computer music Reports on products of interest, such as new audio and MIDI software and hardware Interviews with leading composers of computer music Announcements of and reports on conferences and courses in the United States and abroad Publication, event, and recording reviews Tutorials, letters, and editorials Numerous graphics, photographs, scores, algorithms, and other illustrations.
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COMPUTER SCIENCE, INTERDISCIPLINARY APPLICATIONS
MUSIC
COMPUTER SCIENCE, INTERDISCIPLINARY APPLICATIONS
MUSIC
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisComputer Music Journal (abbr: COMPUT. MUSIC J, ISSN: 0148-9267) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of Engineering & Technology, published by MIT Press Journals in United States. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 0.20, ranking in quartile Q4 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 0.318 (Q1), an H-index of 51.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with a publication frequency of Quarterly, an annual output of approximately 12 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Hybrid model with an estimated APC of $2,535 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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