The Society for Music Theory was established in 1977 in order to promote music theory as both a scholarly and a pedagogical discipline. Currently there are about 750 members from around the world, and about 300 institutions subscribe to our semiannual journal, Music Theory Spectrum. The goals of the SMT include fostering the development of all aspects of the discipline of music theory, including research and teaching. It provides forums for the presentation of research, including workshops and other aspects of professional development; and it both supports and encourages pre-professionals in their pursuit of a career in music theory.

In this portion of our Web site you can find out more about the individuals who make up the executive board of the society, the various committees that carry out its mission, the people who oversee its publications, its bylaws, and who to contact for more information.

The Society for Music Theory is a non-profit corporation of the State of New York.