Dr. Chris Chafe

Professor

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Biography

Chris Chafe is a composer, improviser, and cellist who develops music alongside computer-based research. He is currently the Director of Stanford University's Center for Computer Research in Music and Acoustics (CCRMA). He has been influential in various projects, including the jacktrip project which focuses on live concertizing for musicians collaborating over the internet. His early work in network projects includes a simultaneous five-country concert hosted by the United Nations in 2009. Over the years, Chafe has showcased his works in prominent venues, focusing on gallery and museum music installations, resulting in unique collaborations with artists and scientists. His recent performances and installations include Earth Symphony and the Brain Stethoscope project. Chafe holds various academic distinctions, including an International Visiting Research Scholar at the University of British Columbia and multiple professorships in prestigious institutions across the globe. He continues to push the boundaries of music through technology and research, engaging audiences in innovative ways.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

1996-01-01 — Present

Stanford University's Center for Computer Research in Music and Acoustics • Stanford, California

Oversees the research and projects related to computer music and acoustics at CCRMA.

Awards

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Center Digital Health Award

2023-01-01
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High-Impact Technology Grant

2023-01-01
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Coastal Futures Ecoacoustic Music Prize

2022-01-01

Patents

Handheld Wearable Device Recording Sonifying Brain Signals

11471088 2022-10-18

Device designed to record and sonify brain signals.

https://patents.google.com/patent/US11471088B2/en

Systems methods processing sonified brain signals

10849553 2019-03-27

Methods related to processing brain signals.

https://patents.google.com/patent/US10849553B2/en

Method Sonifying Brain Electrical Activity

11045150 2018-11-27

Method for sonifying brain electrical activity.

https://patents.google.com/patent/US11045150B2/en

Courses

MUSIC 220A MUSIC 153AZ ARTSINST 141 MUSIC 153A MUSIC 220C MUSIC 198 MUSIC 125 MUSIC 199 MUSIC 299 SYMSYS 196 MUSIC 325 MUSIC 298 MUSIC 398 MUSIC 390 MUSIC 321 MUSIC 220D SYMSYS 190

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.