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The purpose of this journal is to foster and communicate
original scholarly research pertaining to the history, development,
function and features of the double bass and other related bowed
bass instruments, their players and
repertoires, as well as to disseminate critical reviews of recently
published books and articles in these subject areas.
After initial screening by the Editor, papers are
selected for publication only once they have passed a rigorous
peer review process. Submitted articles are judged on the basis
of the originality and suitability of subject, quality of research
and significance of results. Original manuscripts reflecting a
high quality of scholarship are invited from scholars and practitioners
in a wide variety of arenas and disciplines relevant to the double
bass or related instruments. Topics may be presented from any
number of different perspectives or disciplines, such as historical
musicology, performance practice, pedagogy, lutherie, iconography,
biography, and/or analysis, and may deal with subjects stemming
from any period in the instrument’s history up to the present.
At this time, the official language of the OJBR is English, although
provisions may in future be made to publish foreign texts along
with their English translation. (Authors are required to submit
an English translation before the article may be considered.)
Articles should not exceed a maximum of 10,000 words. Contributors
are encouraged to consult recent issues of the OJBR or contact
the Editor with any further questions or concerns regarding tone
or content.
Articles submitted for consideration will
be judged on the basis of the originality and suitability of subject,
quality of research and significance of results. After initial
screening by the General Editor, papers are selected for publication
only once they have passed a rigorous peer review process. The
purpose of the review is to determine that the research is original
and factual, that it is presented in a clear and concise manner,
that it is suitable in content, quality and style for publication
and that it furthers the mission of the OJBR readership and community.
The peer review panel will typically consist of one or more specialists
chosen specifically for their expertise in the article’s
subject area, but preferably not directly connected with the project
or author under review. The review panel will be requested to
make detailed comments regarding the manuscript’s subject
matter, methodology and quality, to suggest any revisions and
ultimately to recommend or discourage its acceptance for the OJBR.
The reviewers’ comments will then be conveyed to the author
at the discretion of the Editor. Reviewers will remain anonymous
and their identities may only be disclosed should they grant permission.
Similarly, all details of the manuscript under consideration are
held in strict confidence by the Editor and reviewers, and may
not be made public or used for personal gain. Substantial revisions
may sometimes be invited, subject to re-review by the editor and
referees. To avoid misunderstandings or misinterpretation of reviewer
and editor recommendations, we encourage authors to contact the
Editor with any salient questions prior to resubmission.
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