Awards

IU Indianapolis Spirit of Philanthropy Award - 2004

About Craig Gigax

A native of Carmel, Craig Gigax is the second generation owner of Meridian Music Company. Craig bought Meridian Music Company in 1995 from his mother after the death of his father and founder, Richard Gigax. Craig attended Carmel public schools as well as Ball State University and Northwestern University.

Craig worked in various sales and management positions within the semiconductor industry in both the Chicago and Minneapolis areas before relocating his family to Carmel in 1995 to operate and manage Meridian Music Company.

Craig has been active in the music industry and in the Central Indiana Arts community through Board service with NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants), the American Pianists Association, Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, Carmel Symphony Orchestra and the Jordan College of Fine Arts at Butler University. He has also been a strong supporter of IU. Through his commitment and support, a research and development project has been cultivated through the partnership of Meridian Music and the Yamaha Corporation.