INFLUENCE OF MUSIC AND COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY ON MUSIC EDUCATION: BIBLIOGRAPHICAL ANALYSIS

Abstract

This study examines the influence of music and computer technologies on contemporary music education through a systematic bibliographical analysis of international scholarly publications. In the context of rapid educational digitalization, MCTs have become an increasingly significant component of pedagogical innovation, offering new opportunities for enhancing student motivation, creative development, and learning outcomes. A systematic search was conducted in the Scopus database using PRISMA guidelines, resulting in a final sample of 20 peer-reviewed studies published over the last two decades. Quantitative analysis revealed a sharp increase in research activity after 2012 and a stabilization of publication output between 2020 and 2024, indicating the growing institutionalization of MCT-focused scholarship. Geographical mapping demonstrated that technologically advanced countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, China, and Canada dominate research production, while European and Asian regions show rising interest. Thematic cluster analysis using VOSviewer identified two major research directions: (1) pedagogical and creative innovation enabled by digital tools, and (2) systemic and institutional factors influencing technology integration. The findings show that MCTs play a transformative role in modern music pedagogy by supporting blended learning, improving accessibility, and fostering creativity. However, challenges remain regarding teacher preparedness, infrastructural disparities, and the need for coherent methodological frameworks. This study contributes to the theoretical and practical understanding of MCTs in music education and highlights directions for future research, including cross-cultural comparisons, longitudinal analyses, and sustainable models for teacher training and curriculum development.