About the Journal

Rangsit Music Journal (RMJ) strives to advance the understanding and practice of music by providing a platform for researchers, musicians, composers, and academics to publish their findings and share their knowledge with the broader music community.

Aims

  • Advancing Scholarly Knowledge and Innovation: Our primary aim is to foster the advancement of scholarly knowledge, research, and innovation within the dynamic field of music. By facilitating rigorous exploration and analysis, we contribute to the continuous evolution of music as an academic discipline.
  • Elevating Expertise: We are dedicated to enhancing expertise in the realm of music. Through the publication of insightful research and the exchange of ideas, we strive to empower musicians, scholars, and practitioners to achieve a deeper understanding of various facets within the discipline.
  • Providing Scholarly Services: Rangsit Music Journal serves as a platform to provide valuable scholarly services to the global music community. By offering a reputable avenue for publication, we contribute to the dissemination of knowledge and the growth of the academic music landscape.
  • Fostering Idea Exchange and Innovation: Acting as a vibrant forum, we facilitate the vibrant exchange of ideas, knowledge, and innovations in music. This serves to stimulate intellectual discourse, inspire creative breakthroughs, and strengthen the collaborative fabric of the music community.

Scope

Rangsit Music Journal warmly welcomes scholarly articles in both Thai and English that span a wide spectrum of music dimensions. Our scope encompasses, but is not limited to:

  • Music Composition: This category encompasses various forms of composition, such as orchestral music, chamber music, jazz and commercial music composition, arrangement, orchestration, electro-acoustic music, sound art, film and multimedia scoring, interactive media scoring, and more. Researchers and composers are encouraged to explore the innovative frontiers of music creation.
  • Musicology: Musicology involves the study of music history, music theory, music analysis, ethnomusicology, and related disciplines. Scholars can contribute to the journal by presenting their research on various aspects of musicology, deepening our understanding of musical traditions, styles, and cultural contexts.
  • Music Performance: The realm of music performance is diverse and ever-evolving. RMJ accepts submissions related to vocal performance, instrumental performance, jazz studies, contemporary commercial music, orchestral studies, chamber music, musical theatre, opera, and other aspects of performance practice.
  • Music Education and Pedagogy: This category focuses on research related to music education, teaching methodologies, curriculum development, and pedagogical approaches in both formal and informal settings. RMJ aims to showcase innovative practices and initiatives that enhance music education.
  • Other Related Music Subjects: RMJ recognizes the interdisciplinary nature of music and welcomes submissions on various related subjects, such as music technology, music production and engineering, music business and management, music therapy, concert production, and any other topics that contribute to the wider understanding of music and its various applications.

Peer Review Process

All manuscripts submitted to RMJ are subjected to a thorough double-blind peer review process. Detailed information about the peer review procedure is available here (Click).

Publication Frequency: biannually, with two issues released every year.

  • Issue No. 1: January – June
  • Issue No. 2: July - December

Types of Published Articles

  • Research Articles: These articles present original research findings in the field of music. They follow a structured format and employ rigorous methodologies to investigate a specific research question or hypothesis. Research articles contribute to the scholarly discourse and expand the existing body of knowledge in the field.
  • Academic Articles: Academic articles provide critical analyses, theoretical discussions, and conceptual frameworks related to various aspects of music. They contribute to the scholarly discourse by presenting new insights, interpretations, or perspectives on specific topics within the field of music.
  • Creative Works Articles: This category features articles that focus on the creative aspects of music, showcasing innovative compositions, performances, or artistic projects. Creative works articles may include descriptions of the creative process, theoretical frameworks, and reflections on the artistic intentions and outcomes.
  • Review Articles: Review articles offer comprehensive and evaluative summaries of existing literature, performances, recordings, or other relevant materials. They synthesize and critique previous works, providing readers with an overview of the current state of knowledge or artistic practices in a particular area of music.

Language
RMJ requires that articles be written in Thai or English languages.  Thai articles must present an extended abstract in both Thai and English. English articles need only provide an extended English abstract. Clear and concise language and adherence to proper grammar and spelling are encouraged.

Refer to Author Guidelines (Click) for further details.

Article Processing Charge (APC)

Authors are required to pay a publication fee for manuscript submissions as follows:

Thai language 4,000 THB or 120 USD
English language   6,000 THB or 180 USD

Payment must be made via bank transfer, and proof of payment must accompany the manuscript submission.

Please note: The payment of the Article Processing Charge (APC) does not guarantee publication. No refunds will be issued, regardless of the editorial decision.

Bank Account Name:   Conservatory of Music, Rangsit University
Bank Account  No.:   020-0-29951-9, Bangkok Bank (BBL)

Open Access Policy

Rangsit Music Journal (RMJ) aims to disseminate original research papers, creative works, academic articles, and reviews in the fields of music composition, music performance, musicology, music education, and other related music subjects. RMJ is an open-access journal in which all published articles are freely available online worldwide.

Ownership and Management

Rangsit Music Journal (RMJ) is owned and sponsored by the Conservatory of Music, Rangsit University, which oversees and manages all aspects of the journal’s publication processes.

Publisher

The Conservatory of Music, Rangsit University is responsible for the preparation and publication of the Rangsit Music Journal (RMJ).

Address: 52/347 Paholyothin Rd., Lak Hok, Pathum Thani 12000, Thailand
Tel: +66 2791 6264
E-mail: rmj.rsu@rsu.ac.th

Copyright and Licensing

Authors are required to transfer the copyright of their articles to Rangsit Music Journal (RMJ) to ensure comprehensive copyright protection and to facilitate the proper distribution of articles through both print and electronic media.

Articles published in RMJ are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license, which allows authors to retain the copyright of their work while permitting them to republish their articles in other sources. However, proper citation of the original publication in RMJ is mandatory, and authors must obtain approval from the journal before republishing.

Additionally, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to reproduce any copyrighted material included in their articles from other sources. This ensures compliance with copyright laws and maintains the integrity of the publication.

Revenue Sources

The Conservatory of Music, Rangsit University fully supports the production and publication processes of Rangsit Music Journal (RMJ). This ensures that the journal maintains high publication standards, including rigorous peer-review practices. The funding provided by the university does not influence the editorial board's decisions regarding the review or publication of submitted articles, thereby ensuring the journal's independence and integrity.

Advertising

As part of its policy, RMJ does not accept funding through advertisements. However, information related to academic conferences, journal updates, or relevant research studies may be shared on the journal's official website if deemed appropriate. Such publications strictly adhere to the journal's ethical standards and do not compromise its editorial independence.

Direct Marketing

The journal does not engage in direct marketing activities. Calls for papers, journal promotions, and other related announcements are shared through RMJ's official website, social media platforms, or those of related organizations. All communication respects ethical practices and individual rights, ensuring transparency and professionalism.

Journal History

Since its inception in 2006 (Volume 1, Issue 1), Rangsit Music Journal (RMJ) has been published biannually (January–June and July–December) without interruption. Over the years, RMJ has continually enhanced its quality and is now proudly listed in Tier 1 of the Thai-Journal Citation Index Centre (TCI 1). In 2024, RMJ transitioned to an online-only journal (ISSN 3207-7091 online) to broaden its accessibility and reach a global audience more effectively. RMJ serves as a platform for researchers, musicians, composers, and educators worldwide to share their knowledge that reflect the rich diversity of music as both an art form and a scholarly discipline.