CINDY FAIRBANK

Pianist, composer, and educator Cindy Fairbank has cultivated a distinguished career over the past 25 years, performing and teaching across Canada and the United States. She has collaborated with renowned artists, including two-time Juno Award winner Shari Ulrich, Barney Bentall, William Prince, Jim Cuddy (Blue Rodeo), Bill Henderson, Tom Cochrane, Jeremy Fisher, and Madison Violet.

An artist-educator, Cindy holds a BMus in Jazz Performance from McGill University, a BEd from the University of Toronto, and an MA in Arts Education from Simon Fraser University. She founded the Sunnyside School of Music in 2007 and co-founded Expanding Success in Music Education (ESME) in 2011.

Since returning to the West Coast in 2014, Cindy has led the music, choir, and band programs at Bowen Island Community School. In 2023, she joined the Jazz Studies faculty at Capilano University and continues to be in demand as a clinician and adjudicator for music festivals, masterclasses, and conferences, sharing her passion for music education with students and audiences alike.

When asked why she joined the Hearth Board, Cindy responded: “I joined the board four years ago because I believe in the arts and the power of collaboration. The arts have the ability to inspire, connect, and enrich our lives, but they thrive best when supported by a strong and engaged community. I see this as an exciting and pivotal moment for Bowen Island—one where we have the opportunity to work together to shape the future of the arts, foster creativity, and build meaningful connections across generations. By coming together, sharing our talents, and supporting one another, we can ensure that the arts remain a vibrant and integral part of our community for years to come.”