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musicologist

American  
[myoo-zik-ahl-uhj-ist] / ˌmju zɪkˈɑl ədʒ ɪst /

noun

  1. an expert in musicology.


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As John McKay, a musicologist, writes, “the very idea” of such a device inspires “a sense of awe and wonder.”

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 7, 2026

"It was a very exciting album," musicologist Lauron Kehrer told AFP.

From Barron's Jan. 30, 2026

Forensic musicologist at Boston's Berklee College of Music Joe Bennett has analysed hundreds of Eurovision finalists, identifying two dominant musical styles.

From BBC May 10, 2025

On her sprawling new album, pop’s foremost musicologist explores country music’s history and leans into its wit, style and pageantry.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 1, 2024

Following the footsteps of his late father, musicologist John Lomax, Alan has taken his recording equipment to six continents in search of the rapidly disappearing musical treasures of the world.

From 100 New Yorkers of the 1970s by Max Millard

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