The Journal of Research in Music Education was established in 1953 under the editorship of Allen Britton.

The Journal of Research in Music Education publishes reports of original research related to music teaching and learning.

The journal covers topics such as music pedagogy, history, and philosophy, and addresses vocal, instrumental, and general music at all levels, from early childhood through to adult.

The Journal of Research in Music Education is abstracted and indexed in the following databases: Mark, M. L., & Gary, C. L. (1999).

Reston, VA: MENC—The National Association for Music Education.