Luke Garrigus
Composer • Conductor • Arts Administrator
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About
Luke Garrigus is an Indianapolis composer, pianist, and founder of Sound Ecologies. His music draws on wildlife, strange creatures, and everyday rituals—from Great Lakes legends to making coffee. He writes for orchestras, chamber ensembles, and voices, often incorporating found objects and inviting performers to shape the music.
Experience
Founder and President at Sound Ecologies (Present)
Lead a nonprofit that brings composers, performers, and visual artists together to support environmental and community causes.
- Organize commissions, rehearsals, concerts, and partnerships with local organizations.
- Manage project budgets, scheduling, artist communication, and musician payments.
- Write grant proposals and develop sponsorships to fund performances and new music.
Director of Music at University Heights United Methodist Church (Present)
- Plan music for worship services and special events.
- Rehearse and direct staff and volunteer musicians.
- Organize concerts and art auctions with local artists and nonprofit partners.
Composer, Pianist, and Singer at Classical Music Indy — Random Acts of Music (Present)
- Participate in community performances as a composer, pianist, and singer.
Education
Master of Music in Music Composition – Butler University (2023)
Bachelor's Degree in Music – University of Indianapolis (2019)
