Craig Stuart Garfinkle is a renowned composer and music producer, boasting a wide range of expertise in various fields, including animation, feature films, trailers, documentaries, television, multimedia, stage, and advertisements. Throughout his illustrious career, Craig has garnered numerous accolades, including Ivor Novello and Emmy nominations.
Most recently, Craig co-composed the score for the animated feature film "The Canterville Ghost" alongside his wife Eimear Noone, which is set to be released in the UK on September 22nd, 2023, followed by US and worldwide releases for Halloween. This marks a significant milestone in Craig's career, as he joins forces with his wife to create a captivating score for the upcoming film.
Craig's past work in animation is equally impressive, with notable credits including Disney series, such as "The Little Mermaid" and "Raw Toonage," which earned an Emmy nomination for original composition. He has also composed extensively for films, including the family drama "It's Dark Here," the black comedy "Get Out if You Can," and the supernatural thriller "Blood Relative."
Craig's contribution to over 140 film trailers is a testament to his versatility and expertise, with notable credits including J.J. Abrams' "Star Trek," the "Harry Potter" franchise, James Bond, "Sin City," "Red," "Vicky Christina Barcelona," "Over the Hedge," "Spider-man III," "HALO II," and many more. His music has also appeared in numerous film and television projects, such as NBC's "The Office," "Fringe," "Lost," "The Sopranos," "X Factor," and "America's Got Talent."
As a video game composer, Craig has composed for the iconic game "World of Warcraft" and its expansion, "Warlords of Draenor," earning a Hollywood Music in Media Award nomination for Best Video Game Score. His experience in the genre dates back to the first Dungeons and Dragons Games for TSR Inc.
Throughout his career, Craig has received numerous awards and accolades, including an Emmy nomination for his original score for the KAET PBS special "Visions of Arizona," a Mark Award nomination for Best Trailer Composition for his composition "Waltz to the Underworld," and an Emmy Award for Best Original Song for the song "I Never Believed in Love, 'til I believed in You."
Craig resides in both Malibu, California, and Kilconnell, Ireland, reflecting his international presence and dedication to his craft.
