Music Perception: An Interdisciplinary Exploration
Music perception is a captivating field that bridges the disciplines of music and psychology. It explores how humans perceive, process, and understand music.
Music Perception: An Interdisciplinary Journal is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by the University of California Press five times a year. This journal serves as a vital platform for researchers to share their findings and insights into the multifaceted aspects of music perception.
Key Figures in the Field
Several prominent figures have significantly contributed to the advancement of music perception research:
- Catherine (Kate) J. Stevens: Director at MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour and Development.
- Diana Deutsch: Professor of Psychology.
- Jamshed Bharucha: President Emeritus.
- Robert Gjerdingen: Professor of Music at Northwestern University.
- Lola Cuddy: Professor Emerita of Psychology.
These individuals, among others, have dedicated their careers to unraveling the complexities of how we perceive and interact with music.
The Society for Music Perception and Cognition (SMPC)
Welcome to The Society for Music Perception and Cognition (SMPC), a not-for-profit scholarly organization dedicated to the study of music cognition. Join us as we explore one of the most fascinating aspects of being human.
The Society for Music Perception and Cognition (SMPC) is a hub for the study of music cognition. Our resources page features a detailed map of music cognition labs worldwide. We also offer a course syllabi bank from those teaching classes on music cognition and other related topics.
Resources for Further Exploration
The SMPC provides valuable resources for those interested in delving deeper into music cognition:
- A detailed map of music cognition labs worldwide.
- A course syllabi bank from those teaching classes on music cognition and other related topics.
Journal Citation Reports
According to the 2018 Journal Citation Reports, Music Perception holds a significant position in the field. The journal is indexed in the Web of Science (Social Sciences edition) by Thomson Reuters.