Now in its updated second edition, Musicology: The Key Concepts serves as an essential A-Z reference guide to the terms and concepts associated with contemporary musicology. This comprehensive resource draws on critical theory, particularly emphasizing new musicology. In addition to maintaining the foundational entries that define the field, this revised edition introduces over 35 new entries exploring topics such as Autobiography, Music and Conflict, Deconstruction, Postcolonialism, Disability, and Music after 9/11. Providing a broad and deep understanding of the diverse perspectives shaping contemporary musicological discourse, this book is invaluable for scholars, students, and anyone with an interest in the complex interplay between music and culture.