The total number of scientific publications in music in Canada shows a fluctuating trend over the years. From 2013 to 2019, there was a mix of significant increases and declines, specifically noticing a substantial dip in 2016. Between 2020 and 2023, the publication growth stabilized with minor yearly increases, peaking at 60.75 publications in 2023. The 5-year CAGR during this period was almost negligible at -0.066%, illustrating minimal average annual change.
Starting from 2024, forecasted data suggest a steady but modest growth in the number of publications, with the expected value reaching approximately 63.21 by 2028. The forecasted 5-year CAGR is around 0.6%, with a total forecasted growth rate of 3.05% over the same period.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements enhancing collaborative research, increased focus on interdisciplinary studies in music, and potential governmental funding shifts affecting research output. Monitoring these aspects could provide insights into the continuity of publication growth and emerging research focal points in musicology.
