He is Associate Director of Scientific and Technological Research at the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Music Media and Technology (CIRMMT). From 1997-2003, he was Technical Director and Research Associate at the Center for Computer Research in Music and Acoustics at Stanford University, where he received a Ph.D in "Computer-Based Music Theory & Acoustics" and a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. His research concerns acoustic modeling, analysis, and synthesis of musical systems. Dr. Scavone is also a professional saxophonist specializing in the performance of contemporary concert music.