This research article examines the contributions of Musiki Mecmuası, published under the leadership of Hüseyin Sadeddin Arel, to the Turkish music tradition and music publishing. The study utilizes archival research, literature review, content analysis, and historical analysis. The findings demonstrate that Musiki Mecmuası was not merely a music journal but also a decisive publication in the modernization, institutionalization, and academic development of Turkish music. Arel’s editorial role and contributions to music theory and education made the journal a pioneering publication in its field. In conclusion, Musiki Mecmuası stands out in the Republican era with its effort to reconstruct the theoretical heritage of classical music within a modern understanding of Turkish music. This article purposes to fill a significant gap in the history and cultural transformation of Turkish music publishing. In this context, the publication policies, content, and impact of Musiki Mecmuası on the music community of its time are evaluated within a holistic perspective, revealing the magazine's functions in both theoretical production and cultural transmission. Musiki Mecmuası served as a platform for intellectual debate within the music community of its time. It served as an educational tool that facilitated the systematic transmission of traditional knowledge and served as a foundation for modern music education approaches. Furthermore, it has been determined that Musiki Mecmuası serves as a fundamental resource, providing continuity in music education literature and fostering theoretical and applied studies. Keywords: Hüseyin Sadeddin Arel, Musiki Mecmuası, Turkish music, Republican era, Music publishing
Gümüşkaynak et al. (Sat,) studied this question.